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Drink Champs

Drink Champs

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Legendary Queens rapper-turned show host N.O.R.E. teams up with Miami hip-hop pioneer DJ EFN for a night of boozy conversation and boisterous storytelling. The hosts and guests engage together in fun, light-hearted conversation - looking back at their paths to success, highlighting their lives, friendships, and iconic moments within their career. In this unfiltered series, drinks are flowing and jokes are rolling - take a seat at the table with N.O.R.E & EFN. You Gotta Relax!2026 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia Music Social Sciences
Episodes
  • #Throwback Episode - w/ Kid Capri, Tony Touch and A$AP Ferg | (Ep.71)
    Mar 4 2026

    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 Kid Capri, Tony Touch and A$AP Ferg!

    This episode is pure New York energy as Kid Capri, Tony Touch, and A$AP Ferg pull up to chop it up with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN. This episode is a full-blown celebration of hip hop culture — from the DJ booth to the stage, from mixtape eras to festival crowds.

    Kid Capri and Tony Touch, two mixtape pioneers who helped break records and artists worldwide, reflect on the grind of carrying crates, rocking packed clubs, and setting the tone for generations. They drop gems about the golden era, industry politics, and the importance of authenticity in a culture built on respect.

    Meanwhile, A$AP Ferg represents the new school with Harlem pride, speaking on his evolution, the A$AP Mob movement, and balancing artistry with longevity. The chemistry between legends and the new guard makes for powerful storytelling, hilarious moments, and classic Drink Champs chaos.

    This episode isn’t just an interview — it’s a bridge between eras, proving that whether you’re spinning vinyl or headlining tours, hip hop’s foundation always comes back to the DJs and the culture they built.

    Make some noise for Kid Capri, Tony Touch and A$AP Ferg!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

    -Originally published on March 30th, 2017

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    2 hrs and 23 mins
  • #Throwback Episode - w/ Brand Nubian | (Ep.69)
    Feb 25 2026

    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 Brand Nubian!

    Hip-hop royalty Brand Nubian steps up to the table for a raw, uncensored sit-down that’s full of classic culture and unfiltered truth. Lord Jamar and Sadat X rep for the legendary crew — talking about the early days coming up together, how they first linked with Grand Puba, and what it was like stacking those timeless records that helped shape the sound of ’90s hip-hop.

    Over drinks and laughs, they unpack the group’s journey through the industry, navigate through some of the controversies that followed them, and reflect on the brotherhood, the battles, and the legacy they’ve built.

    Whether it’s stories about the studio, the streets, or the culture at large, Brand Nubian brings a blend of wisdom, humor, and perspective that’s both enlightening and entertaining.

    If you’re a fan of hip-hop history, real talk, and the kind of conversations that only happen when legends get honest with each other, this episode is a toast to one of the most influential crews in the game.

    Make some noise for Brand Nubian !!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

    -Originally published on March 17th, 2017

    *Listen and subscribe at https://www.drinkchamps.com

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    DJ EFN
    https://www.crazyhood.com
    https://www.instagram.com/whoscrazy
    https://www.twitter.com/djefn
    https://www.facebook.com/crazyhoodproductions

    N.O.R.E.
    https://www.instagram.com/therealnoreaga
    https://www.twitter.com/noreaga

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • #Throwback Episode - w/ DJ Premier & Pete Rock | (Ep.68)
    Feb 18 2026

    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 DJ Premier & Pete Rock!

    The two production giants, sit down with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN for a legendary, sample-heavy celebration of real hip hop. This isn’t just an interview — it’s a masterclass.

    Preemo and Pete break down their early beginnings, from digging in the crates to crafting timeless records for icons like The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, Jay-Z, and Gang Starr. They talk about the art of chopping samples, the science of drums, and how the SP-1200 and MPC shaped an era. Stories fly about studio sessions, industry politics, and the competitive energy that pushed 90s hip hop to its golden age.

    Of course, it wouldn’t be Drink Champs without the drinks flowing and debates heating up. The conversation dives into who had the harder beats, East Coast dominance, and the respect that keeps the culture alive decades later.

    This episode is pure boom-bap royalty — two architects of the sound reflecting on their legacy while reminding the world why their influence still knocks today.

    Make some noise for DJ Premier & Pete Rock!!! 💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆

    -Originally published on March 9th, 2017

    *Listen and subscribe at https://www.drinkchamps.com

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    Drink Champs
    https://www.drinkchamps.com
    https://www.instagram.com/drinkchamps
    https://www.twitter.com/drinkchamps
    https://www.facebook.com/drinkchamps

    DJ EFN
    https://www.crazyhood.com
    https://www.instagram.com/whoscrazy
    https://www.twitter.com/djefn
    https://www.facebook.com/crazyhoodproductions

    N.O.R.E.
    https://www.instagram.com/therealnoreaga
    https://www.twitter.com/noreaga

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    2 hrs and 8 mins
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