Drink Champs

The Drink Champs Round Table brings together three influential voices in hip hop—Grammy Award winner Mad Skillz, music executive Ray Daniels, and legendary Miami DJ Epps—for a candid conversation about where the culture stands today and where it’s headed next. From the evolution of the rap game to the business behind the music, this episode pulls no punches.

Mad Skillz returns to Drink Champs as a Grammy Award winner, reflecting on his career, his perspective on today’s hip hop battles, and how the competitive spirit of rap has changed over the years. Ray Daniels opens up about his past discrepancies with Wayno and Charlamagne Tha God, offering his perspective on the situations and the business decisions behind them. DJ Epps brings decades of experience to the conversation, weighing in on hip hop’s growth and digression, the rap scene in Miami and overseas, and the changing role of DJs in today’s industry.

Make some noise for Mad Skillz, Ray Daniels and DJ Epps!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history. Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture.

In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN chop it up with the legends themselves, The Wu-Tang Clan!

With drinks flowing and the energy at an all-time high, the Wu takes us back to the beginning—breaking down how a crew from Staten Island and Brooklyn came together to create one of the most influential movements in hip-hop history. The Champs talk about the origins of “Protect Ya Neck,” the making of the classic Wu-Tang sound, their groundbreaking business strategy, and how the Clan changed the game by allowing individual members to build their own careers while keeping the Wu-Tang brand strong.

Method Man, Raekwon, Cappadonna, U-God, Masta Killa, and Mathematics also share stories about life in the studio, touring, brotherhood, influences, and the creative chemistry that made Wu-Tang unlike any group before or after them.

This episode is more than an interview—it’s a celebration of hip-hop history and a rare gathering of Wu-Tang legends. N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN give the Clan their flowers while they’re here to smell them. Wu-Tang Forever!

Make some noise for The Wu-Tang Clan !!! 💐💐💐

-Originally published on December 25th, 2017

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the legendary, Bubba Sparxxx!

Pulling up to Drink Champs for an unforgettable conversation, Bubba takes fans deep into the story behind one of the most unique careers in Southern hip-hop.

Coming out of rural Georgia, Bubba broke through with his distinctive blend of Southern rap, country influence, and undeniable personality. The Champs revisit his early grind, his breakout record “Ugly,” and the impact of working with legendary producer Timbaland. From his debut Dark Days, Bright Nights to his evolution as an artist, Bubba reflects on the moments that helped put him on the map and made him a standout voice in hip-hop.

The conversation goes beyond the music, with Bubba getting candid about the highs, lows, industry experiences, and personal battles that shaped his journey. He also speaks on the Southern hip-hop movement and the country-rap sound that he helped push into the mainstream.

As always, the drinks are flowing, the stories are unfiltered, and nobody is holding back. Get ready for laughs, memories, behind-the-scenes gems, and plenty of Drink Champs energy as Bubba Sparxxx tells his story in his own words.

Make some noise for Bubba Sparxxx!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs and we're taking it back to some of the most legendary moments in Drink Champs history. Classic interviews, unforgettable stories, and iconic guests who shaped the culture.

In this classic throwback episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN chop it up with the legendary Jim Jones !

Harlem’s own pulls up to Drink Champs for a legendary conversation filled with stories, laughs, controversy, and plenty of New York hip-hop history. In this episode, the Dipset Capo sits down with the Champs to reflect on his journey from the streets of Harlem to becoming one of the most recognizable figures in hip-hop.

Jim Jones opens up about his rise with The Diplomats, his relationships with Cam’ron and Juelz Santana, and the movement that helped redefine Harlem’s sound and style. He also gets candid about his career, the influence of his peers, and the experiences that shaped him as an artist and entrepreneur.

From music and relationships to viral moments and industry stories, nothing is off limits when Jim Jones grabs a seat at the Champs table. It’s raw, unfiltered, and full of the energy that made Dipset a cultural force.

Make some noise for Jim Jones !!! 💐💐💐

-Originally published on December 11th, 2017

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N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the legendary, Gary Owen!
The Champs once again welcome comedian and actor Gary Owen to Drink Champs for an unforgettable conversation filled with laughs, wild stories, and plenty of unfiltered opinions. Known for his high-energy stand-up, television appearances, and roles in films like Think Like a Man, Ride Along, and Meet the Blacks, Owen has built a unique career while becoming a favorite among hip-hop and comedy audiences.
In true Drink Champs fashion, Gary gets comfortable and opens up about his journey from serving in the Navy and grinding through the comedy circuit to becoming the first white host of BET's ComicView and a recognizable face in Hollywood. The conversation dives into his relationships with some of comedy and entertainment's biggest names, his experiences navigating different audiences, and the stories behind his rise in the culture.
Expect hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, candid takes on comedy, Hollywood, friendship, family, and the entertainment industry. Gary brings the jokes, N.O.R.E. brings the energy, and DJ EFN keeps the conversation moving as the Champs get into the real stories behind the comedian.
Pour up, sit back, and get ready for Gary Owen like you've never heard him before. This is Drink Champs!
Make some noise for Gary Owen!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆
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