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DJ Mad Max is working to bridge the gap between old & new school Hip-Hop through his show Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max. With his vast Hip-Hop knowledge and unique interview style, he is introducing his generation to the legends that started it all. The show features a wide variety of guest stars, including: Hip-Hop artists of the past & present, R&B artists, producers, DJ's, industry managers, and pro-athletes. He has even expanded his platform to actors to showcase his passion for television and film. His dedication to research and extensive knowledge of the entertainment industry makes him one of the best journalists in the industry. Mad Max's in-depth interviews highlight his guests like no other. Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max airs live every Monday at 8:00pm EST and Wednesday at 9:00pm EST from this YouTube channel & his website live stream page. If you miss the live show, you can download the podcast on iHeartRadio, Apple Music, Spotify, and all podcast platforms.
Episodes
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Shoutout to Muskegon, Michigan's own Pengame Classic for coming on my show for an interview! Pengame talked about his new album One of One, his time in Germany while his father was in the military, and working with Richie Evans. He discussed performing with Amar'e Stoudemire's label. He also spoke about his growth from his Damaged Goods project, receiving support from Kool Rock-Ski, and what he is working on next. Stay tuned!
Pengame Classic's new album One of One is available on his website: https://elasticstage.com/othamusic/releases/one-of-one-album.
Follow Pengame Classic on Instagram and X: @pengameclassic
Shoutout to Victor Jackson for connecting us! Follow Victor Jackson on Instagram and X: @entvjpr
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Pengame Classic on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA86xyElhUo.
Friday Apr 10, 2026
Friday Apr 10, 2026
Thank you to Philly's own Chromonicci for coming on my show for an interview! Chromonicci discussed his new album Days of You, the concept behind his visual for his song FIRE, and the meaning and growth behind the album. He talked about working with Alex Isley, singing backup vocals for Masego, and receiving support from Leon Thomas for his MUTT cover. He also spoke about majoring in Sports Management, minoring in Business, and more. Stay tuned!
Chromonicci's new album Days of You is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/days-of-you/1880053015.
Follow Chromonicci on Instagram: @chromonicci.official and X: @chromonicci
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Chromonicci on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uGLXFymIv4&t=1s.
Monday Apr 06, 2026
Monday Apr 06, 2026
Shoutout to Cleveland's own Eli Tha Don for coming on the show for an interview! Eli talked about signing to Jamla Records, working with 9th Wonder, and Cleveland's Hip-Hop scene. He discussed attending Shaker, receiving support from Adrian Peterson and Donovan Mitchell, and his upcoming debut album. Eli also spoke about his Sith Lord album, wanting to become an actor, and the script ideas that he has. Stay tuned!
Eli Tha Don's music is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/eli-tha-don/1152694909.
Follow Eli Tha Don on Instagram: @elithadon and X: @elithadon__
Shoutout to Qrich for connecting us! Follow Qrich on Instagram: @qrich_p
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Eli Tha Don on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6Nn46G2Shg&t=1s.
Thursday Apr 02, 2026
Thursday Apr 02, 2026
Shoutout to East, San Diego's own Finis for coming on my show for an interview! Finis discussed his album Beginning Of The End, his upcoming album with Scott Storch, and collaborating with Obie Trice on How It Goes. He talked about wanting to work with Lady Gaga, Mr. Lil One being a supporter, and wanting to make songs for movies. Finis also spoke about pushing through adversity, wanting to make albums that sound how they used to pre-digital era, and more. Stay tuned!
Finis' album Beginning Of The End is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/beginning-of-the-end/1820268530.
Follow Finis on Instagram and X: @finis619
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Finis on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1o5wwjFrPE.
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Tuesday Mar 24, 2026
Shoutout to Brooklyn's own Nvious for coming on my show for an interview! Nvious discussed his new releases, his Resorts World Casino residency in Queens, and meeting Jim Jones at the Byrdgang Press Conference. He talked about his most known song Egyptians, performing outside the Barclays Center, and partnership with the Brooklyn Nets. Nvious also spoke about his upcoming performances, working with DaBaby, and more. Stay tuned!
Nvious' music is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nvious/1437724902.
Follow Nvious on Instagram: @nviousmusic
Shoutout to Lizzy Chanel for connecting us! Follow Lizzy on Instagram: @lizzychane1
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Nvious on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjj8V4sUyaw.
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Thank you to San Diego's own Hip-Hop legend Mr. Shadow for coming on my show for an interview! Mr. Shadow talked about his new release with Mr. Lil One The Mistahs 2, his major release I'm Done, Bring It Back, and the music video shoot for Certified G'z with Ice Cube. He discussed Chicano Rap becoming more inclusive in the Hip-Hop genre, attending Nightowl's first neighborhood rap, and going to Johnny "J"'s house. Mr. Shadow also spoke about Till I Die setting off his career, writing Born Without a Konscience in a cemetery, and his upcoming tour. Stay tuned!
Mr. Shadow's new release with Lil One The Mistahs 2 is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-mistahs-2/1876682207.
Follow Mr. Shadow on Instagram: @mrshadow619
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Mr. Shadow on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjuPAxL0p9w.
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Shoutout to Long Island's own Hip-Hop artists Blvu and Whyte for coming on my show for an interview! Blvu and Whyte discussed their 10 Thousand Hours EP, working with Joe, and their upcoming album Fine Art. Blvu talked about writing his new single Coldest Winter Ever, meeting Whyte, and the music video shoot that they have to have redone. Whyte also spoke about becoming an AAU basketball coach, the future of Long Island Hip-Hop, and more. Stay tuned!
Blvu and Whyte's newest 10 Thousand Hours EP is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/10-thousand-hours-ep/1822903025.
Follow Blvu on Instagram: @2836lord
Follow Whyte on Instagram: @maybackthepresident
Shoutout to Lizzy Chanel for connecting us! Follow Lizzy on Instagram: @lizzychane1
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Blvu and Whyte on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJ6DbZCBY5I.
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Thank you to Brooklyn's own R&B artist and model Leaf for coming on my show for an interview! Leaf discussed her new album In Your Dreams, being in her Dreamgirl era, and the story behind her song Revenge. She talked about working with ScarLip on the Sponsor Remix, modeling for Calvin Klein and Pat McGrath, and how she found out her mother inspired A Tribe Called Quest's Bonita Applebum. Leaf also spoke about her acting role in an upcoming tv series, wanting to open up her own restaurant, and more. Stay tuned!
Leaf's new album In Your Dreams is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/in-your-dreams/1869721263.
Follow Leaf on Instagram: @leaf and X: @dreamgirleaf
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Leaf on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04rzD8cigc0.
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
Shoutout to Baltimore's own lyricist John Wells for coming on my show for an interview! John discussed his new project I don't wanna die (Pt. 2), what he is running from, and the adversity he has had to overcome. He talked about dealing with anxiety since he was a teenager, the impact of losing his father, and writing his song No Drugs In Heaven from his father's perspective. John also spoke about Statik Selektah being the first to play his record on the radio, the unsung Baltimore Hip-Hop story, and more. Stay tuned!
John Wells' new project I don't wanna die (Pt. 2) is available on all platforms, including Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-dont-wanna-die-pt-2/1874056637.
Follow John Wells on Instagram: @lorluck and X: @johnwells__
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
John Wells on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqbzH39Yflc.
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Thank you to legendary airbrush/graffiti artist and fashion designer Shirt King Phade for coming on my show for an interview! Phade talked about style wars, his first major shirt for Larry Love of The Furious Five, and working with his mentor Dapper Dan. He discussed being there when Jay-Z got his rhyme book stolen, watching Rakim record Juice, and Jam Master Jay playing a huge role in Shirt Kings, and what happened to his original store in the Queens Colosseum Mall. Phade also spoke about designing clothes for Audio Two, Biz Markie, and LLCoolJ and how he is able to connect with newer artists through his art. Stay tuned!
Checkout Shirt King Phade's website: https://www.shirtkingphade.com/. You can purchase Shirt King Phade's book Shirt Kings: Pioneers of Hip Hop Fashion on his website: https://www.shirtkingphade.com/shop/shirtkings-pioneers-of-hip-hop-fashion-by-edwin-phade-sacada-amp-alain-ket.
Follow Shirt King Phade on Instagram and X: @shirtkingphade
Follow Shirt Kings on Instagram: @shirtkingacademy
Follow me on Instagram and X: @thereelmax
Website: https://maxcoughlan.com/index.html.
Website live show streaming link: https://maxcoughlan.com/sports-and-hip-hop-with-dj-mad-max-live-stream.html.
MAD MAX Radio on Live365: https://live365.com/station/MAD-MAX-Radio-a15096.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel Sports and Hip Hop with DJ Mad Max: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCE0107atIPV-mVm0M3UJyPg.
Shirt King Phade on "Sports and Hip-Hop with DJ Mad Max" visual on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_4TB5J4oSw&t=1174s.