E1 - Opportunity Meets Preparation

Aired: November 20, 2024

Up-and-coming artists from around the country travel to Atlanta to deliver the performances of a lifetime for the judges and special guest, Big Sean.

E2 - Borderline Disrespectful

Aired: November 20, 2024

As auditions continue, hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes helps the judges handpick contestants with passion, authenticity, star power — and undeniable bars.

E3 - Secure Your Slot

Aired: November 20, 2024

For the “Cyphers” round, contestants must split into groups and develop hard-hitting freestyles that will impress the judges and hip-hop icon Remy Ma.

E4 - Greatness Is Greatness

Aired: November 20, 2024

Facing elimination, the aspiring rappers push to deliver flawless freestyles with fire punchlines. One group falls apart, and eight hopefuls go home.

E5 - Your Favorite Rapper's Favorite Rapper

Aired: November 27, 2024

Hip-hop titan Eminem presides over the "Battles" round, where contestants go head-to-head in a shady showdown at the legendary Shelter in Detroit.

E6 - Points for Originality

Aired: November 27, 2024

Three hopefuls take the stage to perform their debut singles for the judges and special guest GloRilla — but one fiery MC cracks under the pressure.

E7 - Be Good or Be Great

Aired: November 27, 2024

As the "Singles" round heats up, the remaining contestants aim to impress with their breakout performances. Who will advance and who will go home?

E8 - Boss Up

Aired: December 04, 2024

The Top 5 discover which rising R&B star they'll be paired with for the "Collabs" round. Season 1 winner D Smoke drops by the studio to offer guidance.

E9 - Stay Humble

Aired: December 04, 2024

Contestants hit the stage to perform with the guest artists, aiming to shine bright — while sharing the spotlight — to secure a spot in the finale.

E10 - Left It on the Floor

Aired: December 04, 2024

The finalists team up with top hip-hop producers to craft their dream songs before delivering showstopping final performances. The judges crown a winner.