Rychusdon: Spoken Word, UK Hip Hop, and the Art of Vulnerability
From 2 Beers With The Band by 2 Beers With The Band
May 1, 2026 · 1h 44m · Episode 103
About this episode
Rychusdon discusses his unique blend of hip-hop and spoken word, exploring themes of vulnerability and authenticity in his music.
In this episode of Two Beers with Ben, I sit down with Rychusdon, a unique voice in the UK scene who bridges the gap between the rhythmic flow of hip-hop and the profound resonance of spoken word. To set the mood for a conversation about authenticity and craft, we sampled Level Head from Greene King. This 4% ABV session IPA is a silver medalist at the World Beer Awards, offering a crisp, award-winning profile that perfectly complemented our deep dive into the underground. Rychusdon is a master of the independent hustle, balancing his roles as an MC, beatmaker, and poet. We discuss the "claustrophobic" creative energy of his hometown, Ipswich, and how the legacy of the Windrush generation shaped his musical identity. Rychusdon shares his "meditative" approach to songwriting, offering a vulnerable look at the emotional weight behind tracks like "Ode to Pete," written as a pressure release following the loss of his father to Alzheimer’s. From his transition into self-production to his commitment to representing the underdog, Rychusdon breaks down the persistence required to maintain a soulful, DIY career in the modern UK landscape.
People in this episode
Host: Ben
Guest: Rychusdon
Topics covered
- UK Hip Hop
- Spoken Word
- Authenticity
- Songwriting
- Vulnerability
- DIY Music Career
Keywords
- Rychusdon
- UK Hip Hop
- Spoken Word
- songwriting
- vulnerability
- DIY career
- Ipswich
- Greene King
- Ode to Pete
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Greene King, World Beer Awards
Books & works: Ode to Pete
Places: Ipswich
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