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Women in UK Hip Hop: A Look at Paigey Cakey, Enny, and Little Simz
Paigey Cakey’s “Killy” album showcases her UK drill influence and versatile style, seamlessly transitioning from mumble rap to melodic rap. Her technical skills and ability to switch between styles are commendable, but her music lacks a unique voice. Enny’s “U Shld Heal” addresses societal issues with transparent, articulate rap, blending melody and lyricism effortlessly. Little…
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Ep. 103: Ready D on Four Decades of South African Hip Hop
In this episode of The Hip Hop African Podcast, DJ Ready D reflects on his…
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Ep 102: Simon of Y’en a Marre on Hip Hop, Activism, & the New Senegalese
In this episode, we talk with Simon, rapper and co-founder of Y’en a Marre, the…
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3rd Annual Hip Hop Studies Conference
The Howard University Hip-Hop Conference (Nov 14-16) invites submissions on the theme “Respect the Technique:…
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Ep 101: Respect the Technique: A Mixtape Episode
This episode features a mixtape with 24 tracks from various African MCs, showcasing diverse styles…
