Episodes

  • Ant (Episode 91, S8)
    Sep 22 2024
    This week –we're joined for a free-wheeling and fascinating conversation with renowned Rhyme Sayers DJ/producer Anthony Davis, better known as Ant, one half of the legendary duo Atmosphere. Known for his signature soulful discography including albums such as "Lucy Ford", "You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having", "When Life Gives You Lemons You Paint That Shit Gold", "Us", to name just a few. We discuss the making of his highly anticipated debut -"Collection of Sounds Vol. 1"– the first release of a four-part series, his evolution and intentions producing for Atmosphere, producing the classic "Forest Whitiker" for Brother Ali, as well as his creative insights into his craft! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Mike Giant (Episode 90, S7)
    Aug 11 2024
    Season finale! Known for his work drawing graphics for Think Skateboards, his distinctive tattoo art, photography and co-creating of one of the largest skate/street wear clothing lines; REBEL8, Mike Giant recalls his humble beginnings and discusses cutting his teeth as a graffiti artist in part 1 of our 2 part podcast. Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Cappo (Episode 89, S7)
    Aug 5 2024
    As a trailblazing maverick of UK rap during its peak, Cappo is in the midst of a creative revival. His forthcoming album "S.T.A.R.V.E." follows on the heels of his recently released "CANON", with lofty goals to leave behind a legacy, featuring some of his most conceptually challenging and concise material to date. This week, we sit with Cappo for a powerful and poignant conversation to discuss some of the struggles that shaped #STARVE, transforming his mental health into a musical meditation, working with Kong Artisan, and more! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Shrapknel (Episode 88, S7)
    Jul 21 2024
    This week, Shrapknel (Curly Castro & PremRock) join us to discuss the creation of their Controller 7 helmed project "NOBODY PLANNING TO LEAVE". Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    53 mins
  • Wavy Bagels & DRIVEBY (Episode 87, S7)
    Jun 23 2024
    Wavy Bagels and DRIVEBY take us behind the wheel and into the driver’s seat to discuss their collaborative journey and what fuelled the making of their album, “A CARFULL”. What happens when there are too many bagels in a 2006 Sabaru? Find out on this week’s episode. Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    53 mins
  • Lee Scott (Episode 86, S7)
    Jun 16 2024
    Rapper/producer Lee Scott joins us for a candid conversation to capture the essence of his practice and heart of his latest self-produced album, "To Tame a Dead Horse" 🐴👽📡 Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Heems & Lapgan (Episode 85, S7)
    May 27 2024
    Heems and Lapgan make a perfect combination. After a six year hiatus, the former Das Racist rapper recently teamed up with the Chicago-based producer/beatmaker for his latest album, "LAFANDAR". With a renewed focus, Heemy joins us alongside Lapgan to discuss its creation, working at Spotify during his time away from making music, developing and building his multi-purpose brand Veena, and more! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    52 mins
  • Serengeti (Episode 84, S7)
    May 19 2024
    From MF DOOM to Slim Shady to Dr Octagon, hip-hop has a long history of artists with multiple personas, but none so charming or whimsical as Kenny Dennis –Serengeti's loveable mustachioed Chicagoan. Last month, the prolific Illinois native released the latest chapter in his KDz series – brimming with lore and answers! Here, we discuss and unpack the Kenny Dennis saga in a revealing and expansive interview. A MUST hear for fans of Geti and Kenny! Produced by: Dale Lewis and Luke Bailey for Fly Fidelity Media Art direction: Mango Shark About: Hosted by Luke Bailey, The Fly Fidelity Podcast is a weekly podcast featuring thoughtful, layered, nuanced and authentic conversations with fascinating guests from hip hop and beyond. Patreon: Support The Fly Fidelity Podcast by subscribing to our Patreon and unlock exclusive bonus content. Learn more at Patreon.com/FlyFidelity Contact: luke.bailey@flyfidelity.co.uk
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    59 mins