About this episode
N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN are the Drink Champs. In this episode we chop it up with the legends, Murda Mook and Loaded Lux! The Drink Champs table turns into a Harlem cipher as battle rap legends Murda Mook and Loaded Lux pull up for a historic episode that’s as sharp as a haymaker and as layered as a Lux third round. N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN pour up and tap in with two of the culture’s greatest wordsmiths, breaking down the art, the science, and the legacy of battle rap from its raw street-corner roots to its global stage. Mook and Lux speak on their early beginnings in Harlem, the iconic DVD era, and how their legendary battles shaped an entire generation of MCs. They dive into the evolution of the craft—crowd control, performance, writing, and the mental chess that goes into dismantling an opponent. The conversation hits on classic moments, dream matchups, industry respect, and what it takes to stay authentic when your pen is constantly under the microscope. With jokes, gems, and a whole lot of history, this episode celebrates two giants who helped architect modern battle rap. Whether you grew up quoting Smack battles or you’re new to the culture, this Drink Champs sit-down is a masterclass from two Hall-of-Fame MCs who continue to push the artform forward. Make some noise for Murda Mook and Loaded Lux!💐💐💐🏆🏆🏆 Listen and subscribe at https://www.drinkchamps.com Follow: Drink Champs https://www.drinkchamps.com https://www.instagram.com/drinkchamps https://www.twitter.com/drinkchamps https://www.facebook.com/drinkchamps DJ EFN https://www.crazyhood.com https://www.instagram.com/whoscrazy https://www.twitter.com/djefn https://www.facebook.com/crazyhoodproductions N.O.R.E. https://www.instagram.com/therealnoreaga https://www.twitter.com/noreaga See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.