There’s a storm brewing at the University of Tennessee, and people are making it a point to make their voices heard to protest against what they feel is wrong. Recently, very grave allegations of misconduct have been slapped on high-ranking staff of the university, and there was bound to be plenty of noise around it. But here’s the twist, much of the noise is stemming from the manner in which the grievances were expressed.

Things are not going well between the former track and field Recruiting coordinator of the University of Tennessee and the present track and field coaching staff, headed by Duane Ross. Allegations of misconduct, ranging from deception to all sorts of scandals, have been raised by Lambert and what’s more, he has put his creative bent of mind in full display by venting his concerns through a nine-track mixtape!  Obviously, it was destined to take social media by storm and it did!

Comedian and creator of ‘Rolled’ in Track, “TheErinBrown,” posted on X about the dispute. The post reads, “Greg Lambert has taken an unconventional approach to airing his grievances against the program’s coaching staff—by dropping a nine-track mixtape.”  This is something no Rocky Top or track and field world must have ever imagined.

The album calls out the current track and field coaching staff of the university with regard to allegations including misconduct, deception, and even claims of drug use among athletes under the watch of the current leadership. His words don’t just hint at frustration—they spell out outright disdain for the head coach and the program’s direction. But at one further worsened the situation.

The controversy gained traction after Lambert’s bold declaration on the very first track. Instead of keeping the dispute professional, he made it personal, suggesting that their next face-to-face encounter could escalate. His words—”It’s on sight with the hands”—leave little room for interpretation, raising questions about the extreme ends to which the conflict has been pushed to.

With such heavy accusations and an unfiltered approach, the situation is drawing plenty of attention. Sports programs thrive on discipline and leadership, but when two key figures turn against each other, it creates tension beyond the field. Whether this remains a war of words or turns into something bigger, one thing is clear—this feud isn’t cooling down anytime soon.

A song release putting the program under scrutiny

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Music has long been a tool for storytelling, but Greg Lambert’s latest release is more than just a mixtape—it’s an all-out exposé. Packed with allegations and personal digs, his lyrics leave little room for doubt about who they’re aimed at. And if the message wasn’t clear enough, the warning is right there: “When I see him, it’s all, no need to spell it out.”

Lambert doesn’t just go after the coach—he tears into the entire program, hinting at corruption and a culture of secrecy. “You’ve got skeletons, violations, and a legacy of lies. NCAA, you all better double-check the books. Stop talking, stop scheming, and stop thinking you’re untouchable because of every word you say.” It’s a direct callout, one that raises serious questions about what’s happening behind the scenes. And while the coach, Duane Ross, may be the primary target, Lambert makes sure to address others caught in the crossfire, offering words of support to Jonah, who is most likely Ross’ child.

As the lyrics go, “Jonah, this isn’t about you. I hope you understand. Your pops made his choices; now I’m taking a stand.” The lyrics also suggest that he has already paid for what he did, and, “The sins of the father aren’t yours to define.” The lyrics suggest that Lambert is addressing Jonah directly, making it clear that they are not responsible for the coach’s alleged actions.

“This isn’t hate. It’s about respect and the cause. He crossed the line.” Lambert isn’t the one to mince his words, and with this mixtape, the situation is most likely to escalate further. The fallout is inevitable, and as the tension builds, one thing is certain—this feud has for sure turned heads and what turn it takes in the future is still to be seen.