Episode 209 - H&L Associates (The Return)

Send us Fan Mail I sat down with New York’s own H&L Associates, the amazing duo of HaStyle and Luck, two emcees dedicated to keeping that authentic Golden Era East Coast sound alive. Luck also handles the production, creating gritty, soulful boom bap soundscapes that give HaStyle and the duo plenty of room for sharp lyricism, street-centered storytelling, and that unmistakable New York energy. Their latest project, The Mission Statement, has been praised by critics and listeners for its raw authenticity, cohesive production, nostalgic feel, and refusal to chase whatever happens to be trending. Beyond the music, H&L represent an approach to music built on integrity, craftsmanship, and preserving the culture rather than compromising it for mainstream attention—a philosophy they’ve discussed extensively in recent interviews. Today we get into their new album and why they are still carrying the torch for real New York rap. IG @handlassociate1 @luckcharmbeats @hastyle_rhymes @forecastedpodcast @memphreigns