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The mic cracked open this week with a pulse that could only mean one thing, hip-hop was back in full rotation. There’s a certain energy that fills the room when a new DJ steps into the fold, and DJ Litos brought exactly that. With crates full of slappers and smooth bops, the episode felt like a late-night session where everyone’s talking life, ambition, and rhythm between verses. Gerardo and Vic set the tone, but it was Litos’ curation that tied everything together, a blend that nodded to Bay Area swagger, L.A. gloss, and that underground grit that keeps hip-hop breathing fresh.

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Set 1:

The opener, “Long Way” by Rexx Life Raj, came through with the confidence of an artist who’s walked through the struggle but still smiles at the view. The mix opened steady and introspective, Vic called it “that kind of track that talks to your grown self,” and he wasn’t wrong. Raj’s flow is patient, riding mellow keys and low-end like someone reflecting from a seat on the back porch at sunset.

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Then came “On Gawd” by Carter Ace, a track that lifted the whole room with unpredictable energy. Litos’ decision to slide this one in early was smart; it turned the episode from laid-back groove to lively bounce. Carter’s production quirks and off-beat cadences caught both Gerardo and Vic off guard, in the best way possible.

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“This one feels like a rollercoaster,” Gerardo laughed, “but you’re still vibing the whole time.”

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Closing the first set was “Lil Mama” by Lo Village, a confident blend of neo-soul and DMV rap texture. Smooth vocals wrapped around steady percussion, leaving the team collectively nodding along. It was equal parts groove and message, Litos’ reminder that hip-hop can hold its own elegance without losing its edge.

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“You can hear the confidence in the production,” Litos said. “It’s raw, but polished, like they know exactly what they’re doing.”

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Set 2:

If the first set was a slow build, the second was an adrenaline hit. “Rambo” by Xavier Weeks set it off with pure energy. The bass hit and everyone’s demeanor changed, shoulders loosened, heads started bobbing. Gerardo compared it to “getting that pre-game rush before a big night,” and the comparison fit perfectly.

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From there, “Investments” by Lil Bean kept the tone focused but introspective. Bean’s storytelling, gritty, sharp, and grounded, hit that sweet spot between hustle and reflection. The way he speaks about money, loyalty, and grind made it clear why he’s one of the Bay’s most promising voices.

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And closing the set was “Wish Come True” by YMTK, the perfect wind-down track after the storm. Smooth, melodic, and a little sentimental, it gave the mix that “lights low, speakers warm” feeling. Lito's called it “the kind of record that reminds you hip-hop still knows how to flirt.”

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“Litos really balanced this one,” Gerardo added. “It’s street but soulful. That’s the magic of a real DJ, you don’t just hear it, you feel where it’s going.”

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S2 E4 wasn’t another hip-hop episode, it was the chemistry between the hosts and their guest gave the whole session a “live show” energy, part commentary, part jam session.

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As Vic summed it up best:

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“You can’t talk culture without talking hip-hop. And tonight, that culture sounded damn good.”

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