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Rap Rankings

Moulz & Mel
Hip-Hop
Hip Hop
Drake
50 Cent
Kanye West
Lil Wayne
Kendrick Lamar
Music Production
Rap Rankings
Eminem
Tupac Shakur
Ja Rule
Detroit
Hip-Hop Culture
Young Thug
Paul Wall
J Dilla
Slum Village
2000s Rap
Zan With That Lean

Listening to, discussing, rating and ranking every album in hip-hop history. Yes, every album. Brought to you by Moulz & Mel.

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Moulz & Mel declare that Black Milk's "Piano Moog" is oozing with potential during their review of Synth Or Soul.

Full episode: www.patreon.com/raprankings/posts/rap-rankings-s18-161926501

Instrumental albums are officially on the table at Rap Rankings, as Season 18 kicks off with Moulz & Mel's review of Endtroducing....., DJ Shadow's seminal 1996 debut. ------------------------------- Intro (0:00) -- The Rating System, Explained (9:00... more

Coming June 17th, 2026, on all podcast platforms.

Welcome to the finale of Season 17, and welcome back to Lil Wayne's flagship series, because Moulz & Mel are here to deliver a nearly 10-hour review of the album where Weezy declared himself the Best Rapper Alive, Tha Carter II. FEATURING: @Cam_Is_Li... more

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Recent Guests

Mick Foley
Hardcore legend, guest on the show
Independent/Guest
Episode: S18E01 - DJ Shadow, Endtroducing.....
Jonathan Cloud
Multi-hyphenate artist from Boston (MC, producer, game designer)
Independent/Guest on episode
Episode: S17E09 - Freeway, Philadelphia Freeway [Pt. 2]
Kenneth Smith
Guest (Kenny), sponsor-associated contributor and frequent guest
Rap Rankings / sponsor segment
Episode: S17E07 - Ka, The Night's Gambit [Pt. 2]
Cam Is Like
Beatmaker/creator of Mr. Bojangles beat
Cam Is Like
Episode: S17E06 - Lil Uzi Vert, Eternal Atake
Sid The Kid
Sid the Kid, Sid The Dude collaborator
Sid
Episode: S17E06 - Lil Uzi Vert, Eternal Atake
Jesse Fairfax
Guest on episode, regular voice on the show
Rap Rankings community / friend of the show
Episode: S17E04 - ScHoolboy Q, Oxymoron [Pt. 1]
Dart Adams
Hip-hop journalist and writer
Episode: S17E04 - ScHoolboy Q, Oxymoron [Pt. 2]
Quanny Cash
Featured artist on the track Zan With That Lean
Episode: The War On Stupid Fruity Swag (Soulja Boy, "Zan With That Lean" Review)
J Money
Referenced artist associated with the song
Episode: The War On Stupid Fruity Swag (Soulja Boy, "Zan With That Lean" Review)

Hosts

Mel
Host of Rap Rankings (co-host) with deep knowledge of hip-hop history and culture, frequently contributes production and historical context.
Moulz
Co-host and producer, central to the show's dynamic and long-running discussions; often leads with technical track analysis and industry context.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 136 ratings
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    Real hip hop

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ////:::
    United States3 years ago
  • Oh it’s true, it’s a true podcast

    A podcast that goes into actual detail of every song on an album/mixtape from two fans of the culture along with comedy sprinkled in. One of the most extreme podcasts out, I shed a solitary tear typing this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Mystery Man X
    United States4 years ago
  • I RATE THIS POD A 10

    GREAT HUMOR, GREAT MUSIC REVIEWS, SPECTACULAR HOSTS, ALL AROUND FUN FOR THE WHOLE DYSFUNCTION-O FAMILY!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomuchraddness
    United States4 years ago
  • The best podcast

    Great hosts, great community! No one goes more in depth and gives albums a better review!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cam_Is_Like
    United States4 years ago
  • Best podcast I’ve ever heard

    Without question you’re going to get everything you’ve ever asked for from a rap podcast show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AD-8
    United States4 years ago

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Hosts deliver in-depth, nerd-level hip-hop analysis with humor and community energy.
Long-form album explorations are engaging, even when episodes run long.
Guests and archival clips add credible texture to the critiques.

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S17E08 - The Pharcyde, Labcabincalifornia [Pt. 1]
Q: How is patronage and merch functioning for the show this season?
Patreon support is highlighted as essential for funding, with various patron-exclusive content and merchandise plans discussed, including relaunching merch and testing ad strategies.
S17E08 - The Pharcyde, Labcabincalifornia [Pt. 1]
Q: What is the show's rating system and process for final album rankings?
Each song is rated on a 1-10 scale based on enjoyment, with plus/minus modifiers explained as non-mathematical indicators; after rating all tracks, takeaway, average, and weighted ratings are calculated to determine the final score.
S17E08 - The Pharcyde, Labcabincalifornia [Pt. 1]
Q: How does the show handle controversial language and apologies?
They acknowledge missteps, express accountability, and emphasize learning and improving, while clarifying that apologies are part of a broader conversation about impact and intent.
S16E05 - N.W.A, 100 Miles And Runnin'
Q: What is the significance of the title track in relation to the rest of the EP?
The title track serves as an anthem for their assertive transition, showcasing their resolve and the challenges they face as a group in a changing industry.
S16E05 - N.W.A, 100 Miles And Runnin'
Q: How does Dart Adams contextualize the cultural impact of the EP?
Dart explains that 100 Miles And Runnin' reflects the tensions of the time, especially with the rise of their new sound amidst Ice Cube's solo success, and captures the urgency of their message even without a key member.

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What is Rap Rankings about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-form hip-hop podcast that delivers track-by-track analysis blended with personal memory, culture context, and industry commentary. Episodes regularly feature live caller contributions, archival clips, and humor-driven banter, creating an engaging mix of rigorous critique and personality-driven storytelling. Notable traits include a distinct fandom-informed approach to album sequencing, a willingness to tackle controversial topics with wit, and a strong community through Patreon and listener engagement.

If you're into deep, sustained explorations of classic and contemporary hip-hop albums—with nerd-level attention to production, samples, and era dynamics—this show is likely to resonate. The format is approachable for newcomers while ... more

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2. Jonathan Cloud
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4. Cam Is Like
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