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Author: jadalynb

An Introduction to the Feminine Energy in Africa’s Hip Hop Scene

April 23, 2020 jadalynb

Women across the African diaspora are reclaiming themselves through their work in hip hop music. The rappers are choosing to express themselves openly and freely.

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How Jidenna’s “85 to Africa” represents Nigeria and the African Diaspora

April 9, 2020 jadalynb

Nigerian hip hop artist Jidenna’s described his philosophy on the the album’s title “85 to Africa”,  as an interstate highway that runs through the southeastern

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Afrocentric Aesthetics in Sampa The Great’s Videography

March 26, 2020 jadalynb

Sampa The Great has been one of the artist that I seem to cannot get enough of. Her style, and delivery and flow is so

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Let’s Talk About Sampa The Great’s Female Energy

March 11, 2020 jadalynb

Sampa The Great is the epitome of powerful female energy that is taking place in the world of Hip Hop today. The Great was born

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Houston We Have a Problem! Add Thato Jessica to Your Playlist ASAP

February 26, 2020 jadalynb

Listening to Thato Jessica has been a fresh breath of air. Her sounds give me Lauryn Hill, Drake, and Summer Walker vibes. Problem is a

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Where’s The Female Presence in Botswana’s Hip Hop Scene?

February 12, 2020 jadalynb

Sasa Klaas has yet to drop an official single but is declared as Botswana’s first lady of hip hop as of today in 2020.  Sasa

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The podcast features discussions on African hip hop music & culture. The podcast is produced & hosted by Msia Kibona Clark and students in the Department of African Studies at Howard University and students in the Elliott School of International Affairs at George Washington University. You can access all of our podcasts and blog posts on hip hop in Africa at www.hiphopafrican.com.

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