Nas and DJ Premier join Joe Budden for a rare interview to discuss Light Years, their legacy, and working together more than 30 years after Illmatic.
Nas and DJ Premier Reflect on Light Years and Their Legacy
Nas and DJ Premier are coming off the release of their joint project Light Years. If you’ve followed either artist over the years, you know they rarely take part in interviews or extended media rollouts, which makes this moment different. More than 30 years after linking up on the classic Illmatic, the two legends reconnect for what feels like a truly iconic chapter in hip-hop history.
What makes it even more surprising is seeing Nas and Preemo sit down with Joe Budden, now one of the hottest podcasters in the game. The nearly 90-minute interview dives deep into the making of Light Years, from the meaning behind the title to the featured artists on the project. They also reflect on their early days and touch on their recent run of releases with Mass Appeal. Check out the full interview above, and find the streaming links below.