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On this episode of The New/Oldhead Podcast, I sit down with rising Bronx artist Mark Saunders to dive deep into his new project, In Due Time — a body of work rooted in patience, self-belief, and the grind it takes to get where you’re going. We talk about Mark’s early beginnings in hip-hop, the influences that shaped his sound, and the ongoing balance between real-life responsibilities and artistic purpose.

From creative discipline to personal growth, Mark opens up about what it truly means to build something brick-by-brick. We also zoom out to discuss the current state of New York radio and how the cancellation of Ebro in the Morning shifts the cultural landscape for NYC hip-hop — the platforms, the voices, and what comes next for the city.

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After a month away from the mic, I’m back—and this week’s episode opens with a honest breakdown of why I stepped back, what I’ve been building behind the scenes, and the bigger goals I’m aiming for outside of the podcast. From there, we get right into the heart of the culture: the 2026 Grammy nominations, category by category, with all the surprises, snubs, and standouts worth talking about.

I take a moment to give Wale his well-deserved flowers off the release of Everything Is A Lot—celebrating the intention, growth, and vision behind the project and what his consistency means for hip-hop. I also touch on Summer Walker, sharing my frustrations with the direction she’s been moving in and why fans like me feel the shift so strongly.

To wrap things up, I spotlight some of the artists and projects that deserve more ears: Gabriel Jacoby’s raw and compelling Gutta Child, a salute to MarcoPlus for continuing to push the Southern underground forward, and a nod to Masego, who’s still one of the smoothest, most creative forces in the game.

A lot’s been happening—personally and in the culture—and this episode catches you up on all of it.

This week’s episode starts on a somber note as I take a moment to honor the late, legendary D’Angelo — a true cornerstone of R&B whose impact can’t be overstated. From there, I get into the Drake vs. UMG case and its recent dismissal — breaking down how we got here, what the decision means, and what Drake’s next move should be from a career and strategy standpoint.

I also tap in with new releases from Mobb Deep, TiaCorine, Doe Boy, and yes… even Kylie Jenner. Plus, I give flowers to Wale as he gears up for his return with Everything Is A Lot and share a few early Grammy nomination predictions that might surprise you.

A little reflection, a little analysis, and a whole lot of New/Oldhead perspectiv