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The energy is high, the “On Air” sign is glowing, and Inspire by Sound slides into its third week with pure confidence. Gerardo and Vic are back, joined by their homie Eddie on deck as engineer, and this time the set leans hard into hip-hop. There’s laughter, chaos, tequila references, and genuine excitement pulsing through the room, the kind of summer-charged episode where every track feels like a pregame anthem. As Vic puts it, “Peligrosos and Peligrosas, summer vibes, dude.”

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Top Picks

Baewatch — Anders
Toronto’s own Anders kicks off the mix with Baewatch, a smooth yet flex-filled anthem that captures the essence of a self-made artist living lavish and unapologetic. The hosts recall that Anders has been on the show before, but “the song still slaps.” Between his Hypebeast-covered come-up and the story about him turning serious with music after a run-in with the cops, Anders embodies redemption through rhythm. Baewatch isn’t just a summer track, it’s an aspirational one, aimed at every independent “summer bae” chasing their own glow-up.

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Go Live — Mitch ft. YG
Then comes Go Live, a certified party starter that instantly earns its spot as the episode’s summer anthem. The guys break down Mitch’s come-up, from producing I Don’t F** With You* to getting YG’s co-sign and evolving as a 400 label artist. When the beat drops, the hosts can’t help but crack up and call it a “pregame anthem,” joking about Don Julio bottles and “clapping cheeks” as Eddie cues up the music video. Beneath the humor, it’s clear: this is a West Coast joint made for hot nights, open windows, and confident energy.

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Mahalo — Croosh
Closing out the set, Croosh delivers Mahalo, a breezy, island-infused record that perfectly captures the show’s mix of fun and reflection. Gerardo jokes about the title meaning “hello,” but once the track hits, everyone gets it. Croosh’s consistency, dropping hit after hit, stands out as Vic notes how rare that level of quality is at that pace. The hosts reference a review comparing Croosh to XXL freshmen like Roddy Ricch and Megan Thee Stallion, bold, but not far-fetched. Mahalo is a “hot boy summer” anthem, a salute to staying busy, staying present, and calling your homies back when it’s time to get the momentum going again.

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The Hip-Hop episode is more than just beats and bars, it’s about reclaiming joy, reconnecting with friends, and celebrating the work it takes to make good times happen again. From Toronto to L.A., every song in this set radiates summer freedom. As the guys wrap up arguing Lakers vs. Warriors, one thing’s certain: Inspire by Sound is fully in its groove, and the season’s just getting started.

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