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The Underground Lounge

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Welcome to the Underground Lounge with Lou Williams and Spank Horton! The Underground Lounge is where real conversations meet unfiltered opinions. From hip-hop and comedy to sports, culture, and everything in between, we bring you raw, entertaining, and thought-provoking discussions with guests who keep it real. No industry politics, no corporate filters, just authentic vibes and conversations tha... more

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Latest Episodes

Comedian Lance Woods pulls up to the Underground Lounge for a hilarious conversation that goes far beyond stand-up. From breaking into comedy and landing his Hulu special to becoming one of the most recognizable voices around the Sacramento Kings, La... more

R&B icon, entrepreneur, and Pretty Ricky member Spectacular pulls up to The Underground Lounge for one of his most insightful conversations yet.

Spectacular opens up about the viral Southwest Airlines incident that had everyone talking, breaks down ... more

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Van Lathan returns to The Underground Lounge for one of the most thought-provoking conversations we've ever had.

The crew dives into whether criticism of influential Black figures is accountability or hate, debates the legacy of Colin Kaepernick and... more

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After a few weeks away, Lou reunites with Spank and Holly for another episode of Underground Lounge After Hours, and the chemistry picks up right where it left off. The crew catches up, jokes about Lou disappearing, and officially settles into the ne... more

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Recent Guests

Van Lathan
Guest; representative of Higher Learning Podcast
Higher Learning Podcast
Episode: The Moral Compass W/ Van Lathan | The Underground Lounge S4 E.7
Rashad McCants
Former NBA player, co-host Gil's Arena
Episode: Pushing Buttons & Taking Names W/ Rashad McCants | The Underground Lounge S4. E6
Blair Pena
Guest, co-host on After Hours segment
Episode: AFTER HOURS: Love Languages W/ Blair Pena | The Underground Lounge
JoJo Alonso
Co-host from The Broken Play, radio personality
96.1 The Beat / Heart Radio / The Broken Play
Episode: All Facts, No Cap W/ Jojo Alonso | The Underground Lounge S4 E.5
Nav (Navigate)
Host/creator involved with The Broken Play
The Broken Play / 85 South / Poor Minds
Episode: All Facts, No Cap W/ Jojo Alonso | The Underground Lounge S4 E.5
Ron G
Comedian, actor, writer, Emmy Award-winning writer from South Carolina by way of Atlanta, based in LA
Comedian, Chocolate Sundays at the Lab Factory
Episode: Foolishness, Frats, & Freddy D W/ Ron G | The Underground Lounge S4 E.4
Woody McClain
Actor and performer known for Bobby Brown portrayal and Kane on Power Book II Ghost
Actor/Producer
Episode: Dance Floors To Hollywood Doors W/ Woody McClain | The Underground Lounge S4 E.3
Kevin Hart
Comedian and actor
Hart family brand ventures
Episode: 100th Episode Special W/ Kevin Hart | The Underground Lounge S3 E.34
Tauheed Epps
Rapper, actor, entrepreneur, author of The Voice in My Head Is God
Episode: New Chapter, Same Trapper W/ 2Chainz | The Underground Lounge S3 E.33

Hosts

Lou Williams
Host of The Underground Lounge and co-host of related podcast ventures; long-form storytelling and off-the-cuff insights in hip-hop, sports, and culture.
Spank Horton
Co-host with a spotlight on humor, culture, and candid conversations; brings energy and veteran perspective to interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 172 ratings
  • Sound

    The few parts I can hear are good. I changed ways to

    listen three times only to figure out it is the podcast that is the issue. Once that is fixed it will be 5 star review.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JDomDevRoll
    United States3 months ago
  • Sound

    Keep the background the background. We don’t need to hear the peanut gallery or groupies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bringbackytheold
    United States3 months ago
  • Sound

    Sound is quiet, It’s hard to hear in a noisy environment. I usually listen while I’m working, but working in a noisy lab makes it difficult. Other than the quiet sound and Holly’s voice, I really like the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    J_spilledtheink
    United States6 months ago
  • Sound

    The sound has been off lately you can’t really hear

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bringbackytheold
    United States7 months ago
  • The Plastic Cups Boys Episode

    This brought back so many memories from the original show. This reunion was much needed. Y’all have to figure out a way to get the crew back on their own show. The chemistry is perfect. It’s like listening to a bunch of friends talk sh.. and joke on a Friday night. Enjoyed the show and looking forward to the new show when it happens. I’m speaking it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wardell P
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many listeners value the candid conversations about entrepreneurship and brand-building in entertainment.
Listeners appreciate the raw, unfiltered vibe and authentic storytelling.
Sound quality and production have been a recurring point of feedback, with improvements noted when consistent.
Guest lineup and chemistry between hosts are frequently praised for energy and insights.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stage Lights & Business Flights W/ Spectacular | The Underground Lounge S4 E.8
Q: What was the biggest transition for you as an artist to show your fan base that you were taking the business seriously?
The transition was about building trust and credibility by leveraging existing attention, sharing measurable progress, and then showcasing tangible results like Forbes recognition and the growth of speaking/tech ventures to prove seriousness beyond entertainment.
Socially Acceptable W/ Justice Baiden | The Underground Lounge S3 E.32
Q: In this day and age in the music business, what does it look like being an A&R?
Baiden describes A&R today as needing to balance office web analytics with deep, instinctual understanding of artists and the market; success hinges on building a culture and finding long-term fit rather than chasing quick signings.
More Than Music: From Street Codes To Oscar Gold W/ DJ PAUL | The Underground Lounge S3 E.27
Q: How did the Oscar moment shape opportunities beyond music?
It opened doors across film, television, and other entertainment avenues, and reinforced the value of cross-media visibility for a hip-hop act with a broad fanbase.
AFTER HOURS: The Love King W/ Raheen DeVaughn | The Underground Lounge
Q: What was the last thing you were interested in learning more about and what made you interested?
Raheem talks about his growing interest in radio and the Quiet Storm format, explaining how he studied classic radio curators and aimed to craft a tone that fits his artistry, which shaped his approach to broadcasting and music presentation.
AFTER HOURS: From Timeline To Prime Time W/ Nick Darnell | The Underground Lounge
Q: What are some goals you have for the future?
I want to keep creating and reach a point where I'm on film or TV.

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The show features candid, unfiltered conversations with high-profile guests spanning hip-hop, comedy, sports, and entertainment. Across episodes, the hosts emphasize hustle, entrepreneurship, personal growth, and authentic storytelling, often blending humor with hard-won industry lessons. Noteworthy is the mix of veteran artists and rising stars who discuss branding, independence, collaborations, and life beyond fame, all delivered in a club-ready, conversational vibe that leans into real-world applicability for listeners and potential guests alike.

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1. Van Lathan
2. Rashad McCants
3. Blair Pena
4. JoJo Alonso
5. Nav (Navigate)
6. Ron G
7. Woody McClain
8. Kevin Hart

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