Welcome to 808's & Cold Takes! We're a music podcast and media company based in Arizona. Hosted by Maxx, Los, Brayden, and Johan, we cover loads of music topics with an emphasis on Hip Hop.
We also interview talented artists and creators from our home state. Tune in to hear our takes and discussions about the music industry!
The man behind the scenes in most cases, Brayden is the 808's Editor-In-Chief, both audio and visual. His musical pallet ranges from Hip-Hop and R&B to Pop and Indie Rock. Some of his favorite artists are The Killers, Danny Brown, and MIA. Outside of music, he loves being with his friends and family, playing guitar hero, and going to the gym.
Johan is one of our interviewers and on-camera talents. His music taste has a pretty wide range, from rap and R&B, Latin and Corridos, to Metal and Dubstep. Artists like 21 Savage, The Weeknd, JID and Romeo Santos find their way into his listening rotation. Other than music, he loves being with his pets, watching anime, watching YouTube and playing video games. As well as smoking on some loud shit!
Los is the 808's Resident Oldhead and is responsible for all music produced for 808's & Cold Takes. Musically he is into Oldies, Hip Hop, Corridos, Jazz, and Punk and enjoys artists such as Eslabon Armado, Thee Sacred Souls, and Westside Gunn. Outside of any music related activities, he enjoys getting tattoos, hanging with friends at local spots, and studying art culture.
Maxx is the head Spokesman for 808's & Cold Takes, as well as a co-host and an interviewer. Musically, he tends to float more towards all kinds of R&B, Hip-Hop, old soul/jazz/Doo-Wop, as well as Folk Rock. He enjoys artists such as Pharrell Williams, Lil Yachty, and Frank Sinatra. He also has a strange infatuation with Musicals and Soundtracks. Outside of music, Maxx is a big collector of cassette tapes and Lego, and frequently goes to the movies.