The Punchline Academy Shuts Down Brooklyn
The Punchline Academy is now hip hop’s hottest rap cypher. Add a live band element and now it’s been taken to an entirely different level!
Created by Shade 45 / SiriusXM DJ “Da Inphamus Amadeuz”. As an Instagram rap battle league during the pandemic, it as now morphed into something much more. Initially, MC’s would compete in rap battles on Instagram Live. The winners moving on to the main cypher “Sear’s Sirius Cypher” which was also created by Inphamus. After several changes at Eminem’s hip hop channel, “The Punchline Academy” took over as the main cypher, much to the liking of hip hop heads worldwide.
The Punchline Academy LIVE with Da Inphamus Amadeuz, Lil Dee, Pettyy, Snyp Life & @ccbandofficial
The weekly cypher features some of the top MC’s of the modern boom bap era. 2 rounds with rappers rapping until the mic breaks. Traditionally using 90s hip hop instrumentals, but recently switching over to new material, keeping the same feel but also giving producers a chance to shine in the limelight.
If you followed the iGet@Em movement in general, then you remember “The Artist Spotlight Concert Series”. A Bi-Weekly hip hop showcase at Hayaty Lounge in Manhattan. The show would feature New York’s top radio djs from Dj Self, Drewski, Dj Will and more. It’s highlight however was The Chucky Cheese Band or @ccbandofficial which would play hip hop beats live and give artist a chance to spit their best bars on set. It was only a matter of time before that element would be incorporated with Punchline.
The stage was set at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn. Hip hop’s hottest cypher reconnecting with NYC’s top band to create a moment in hip hop history. We look forward to seeing more! Watch the video below and see all cyphers here on youtube
Listen to The Punchline Academy Thursdays at 2pm EST / 11a PT on Shade 45 / SiriusXM
The Punchline Academy
The Punchline Academy: Hip Hop’s Premier Platform for Lyricism
Hosted by the multifaceted Da Inphamus Amadeuz, The Punchline Academy is a powerhouse radio show dedicated to showcasing raw talent and authentic hip hop. Airing every Wednesday at 9 PM EST | 6 PM PT on Shade 45 (SiriusXM), the show has become a vital space for artists to display their lyrical prowess and engage in hip hop culture.
Notable Guests
The Punchline Academy has hosted some of the most respected names in the industry, including:
- Onyx
- Scarlip
- Daz Dillinger
- B-Real
- Cormega
- Freeway
- Joell Ortiz
- K7
- Dave East
- 38 Spesh
- 41
- Fivio Foreign
- E.D.I Mean
- Cory Gunz
About Da Inphamus Amadeuz
Da Inphamus Amadeuz is more than just a radio host—he’s a visionary within the hip hop community. With over 175 film directorial credits, he has worked with legendary artists such as The LOX, Papoose, Fetty Wap, Kool G Rap, and Cormega. Most notably, he directed Prodigy of Mobb Deep‘s final music video, “Don’t Test My Crown”.
His influence extends beyond music. Da Inphamus Amadeuz was featured on National Geographic’s “Underworld Inc” (Season 2, Episode 1 “Moonshine Mayhem”) for popularizing the infamous “Nutcracker” drink on a global scale.
In addition, he founded the print publication iGet@Em Magazine, which was available at over 243 newsstands across the Tri-State area. The magazine featured cover stories on major artists like Cardi B, AZ, Papoose, and Lloyd Banks. Da Inphamus Amadeuz also led the modeling agency Get@Em Girlz, which became a premier agency for women in entertainment. The agency had casting credits with industry giants such as 50 Cent, Fabolous, 2 Chainz, and Kendrick Lamar.
Impact on Hip Hop
The Punchline Academy, under Da Inphamus Amadeuz’s leadership, has become an influential platform that bridges hip hop legends with rising stars. The show’s commitment to lyrical excellence and cultural authenticity makes it an essential part of today’s hip hop landscape.