Episode 1 | Los Angeles Auditions

The judges kick off the search as T.l. drops in on Nipsey Hussle, Cardi B taps Snoop Dogg, and Chance checks out Anderson.Paak's picks.

Episode 2 | New York Auditions

Looking to the streets, Cardi teams up with Fat Joe and Jadakiss at S.O.B's to find the East Coast rappers ready to represent in Cali.

Episode 3 | Atlanta Auditions

After hearing out hot prospects at Killer Mike's SWAG Shop, T.I. gets down to judging the talent beside Quavo and Big Boi in hip-hop's new mecca.

Episode 4 | Chicago Auditions

Originality, presence and prowess are key for Chance as he joins Lupe Fiasco, Twista and Royce Da 5'9" in a hunt for the Midwest's best.

Episode 5 | Cyphers

The top 30 contestants converge in LA and freestyle and collaborate in small groups. Onlv the most memorable move forward in the competition.

Episode 6 | Rap Battles

Tempers ignite and the judges turn up the heat while 16 hungry emcees trade bars in the rap battle of their lives.

Episode 7 | Music Videos

Digging deep, eight lyricists head home to write hit songs with industry heavyweights and shoot videos that capture their visions, stories and cities.

Episode 8 | Samples

The task for the top six: Pick an iconic sample, write an original song and perform it in front of a huge audience -- all in 48 hours. Bangers only.

Episode 9 | Collaborations

John Legend delivers the news: The final five must step it up for features alongside Jhené Aiko, Miguel, Teyana Taylor, Ty Dolla $ign and Tory Lanez.

Episode 10 | Finale

Finalists pen their dream songs with the hottest producers in the game and give performances worthy of an awards show. The judges choose a winner.