Why MAX B is Michael Rainey’s FAVORITE RAPPER EP 78 | The Crew Has It

Why MAX B is Michael Rainey’s FAVORITE RAPPER EP 78 | The Crew Has It

From The Crew Has It by Gianni Paolo and Michael Rainey Jr.

April 21, 2026 · 56 min

About this episode

Michael Rainey Jr. discusses his admiration for rapper Max B and explores his journey and influence on New York culture.

The Silver Surfer has officially landed. In this legendary episode of The Crew Has It, Michael Rainey Jr. and Gianni Paolo sit down with the one and only Max B. Michael reveals why Max B is his #1 favorite rapper and how Max’s early vlogs and "wavy" energy provided the daily motivation he needed while growing up. Max B opens up about his journey, the process of making music while away, and how he mastered the "Algorithm" before it was even a thing. From his first days back home (heading straight to a Jets game) to his upcoming "Cosmos" project with French Montana and his new track with 50 Cent, Max B proves why his influence on New York culture is untouchable. Turn $5 into $50 on https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CREW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Michael Rainey Jr., Gianni Paolo

Guest: Max B

Topics covered

  • music
  • hip hop
  • influence
  • culture
  • personal journey
  • interview

Keywords

  • Max B
  • Michael Rainey Jr.
  • hip hop
  • music journey
  • New York culture
  • Jets game
  • Cosmos project

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: French Montana

Books & works: Cosmos

Places: New York

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