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Pete Rock on Why He Abandoned Samples for ‘Petestrumentals 3’

Pete Rock geeks out over his new live band, an ever-expanding comic book collection, and what he learned from the late J Dilla, in an exclusive interview. If the sample is sacred to hip-hop, Pete Rock is its most vocal disciple. Over the course of three decades, nearly two dozen albums, and countless grailed beats, … Read morePete Rock on Why He Abandoned Samples for ‘Petestrumentals 3’

The History of Nashville Hip-Hop & The Seven Crews Moving the Scene…

For years, Nashville hip-hop artists have been starved of national attention. That’s about to change. We profiled seven prominent Nashville collectives that are redefining Nashville hip-hop. Scarcity is often an impetus of unity.   For years, Nashville hip-hop artists have been starved of the national attention and infrastructural help necessary to turn a city into a … Read moreThe History of Nashville Hip-Hop & The Seven Crews Moving the Scene…

Your Old Droog Believes He’s Accomplished Something No Rapper Has Ever Done…

We talked with Your Old Droog about his new album, working with artists like Mach-Hommy and Tha God Fahim, and exploring his Eastern European roots in his music. Droog in Russian means “friend.” Last year, Your Old Droog released Jewelry, an intimate album that explored the Brooklyn rapper’s Jewish roots. Story raps like “Generations” felt … Read moreYour Old Droog Believes He’s Accomplished Something No Rapper Has Ever Done…

Should Mulatto Change Her Name? Five Fans Weigh In

Mulatto continues to open doors. But her name is still ruffling feathers. We talk to five Mulatto fans and asked if the rising star should change her controversial name. Last week, Mulatto’s rap name was the topic of conversation. Attention for the rising rapper usually arises due to her biting bars and the bass-heavy beats … Read moreShould Mulatto Change Her Name? Five Fans Weigh In

‘Needle 2 The Groove’: Jill Scott Highlights The “Radical Imagination” Of Madlib’s…

Jill Scott also played selections from Art Blakey and James Brown, as well as the Claudine soundtrack. Our newest video series Needle 2 the Groove — where vinyl lovers and collectors across the world talk about some of their favorite records and why they bring them comfort — kicked off with Chuck D sharing some notable records from his collection … Read more‘Needle 2 The Groove’: Jill Scott Highlights The “Radical Imagination” Of Madlib’s…

A Brief But In-Depth History of Giant Step, The Pioneering Club That…

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the legendary New York City club Giant Step. To celebrate we took a look at the club’s ’90s heyday, hearing from the voices who lived it. By now, hip-hop’s lineage with jazz, funk, and soul has a well-trodden history. From being highly sampled in golden era classics to … Read moreA Brief But In-Depth History of Giant Step, The Pioneering Club That…

Mixtape Monday: MICK x Chi Duly + Hasan Insane, DJ Manipulator, Ed…

Fresh new music from MICK, DJ Manipulator, Ed Balloon, NAPPYNAPPA and more this Mixtape Monday. MICK teams with Chi Duly and Hasan Insane for Jay Electronica + Jay-Z: A Rewritten Testimony, DJ Manipulator drops Gram Jams 3, Ed Balloon returns with I Hate It Here and NAPPYNAPPA drops IFEELJUSTLYKTHEIRART. Newcomer Saint Ezekiel makes the cut … Read moreMixtape Monday: MICK x Chi Duly + Hasan Insane, DJ Manipulator, Ed…

Best Songs of The Week: ft. Steve Lacy, Madison McFerrin, and More

The Round-Up playlist is Okayplayer’s weekly haul of the best songs in the worlds of hip-hop and R&B. This week’s set features new music from Mach-Hommy, Steve Lacy, Cleo Reed, Madison McFerrin, Your Old Droog, and more. Scroll through selections from our latest sequence below and subscribe to Okayplayer’s Spotify channel today. Your Old Droog … Read moreBest Songs of The Week: ft. Steve Lacy, Madison McFerrin, and More

Yung Baby Tate Breaks Down Each Song On Her New EP ‘After…

‘After The Rain,’ a new EP from Yung Baby Tate, sums up what follows when two people go separate ways. We spoke with Tate about every song on the EP. So, what has Yung Baby Tate been doing amid the COVID-19 pandemic? The short answer — putting together her new EP, After The Rain (which … Read moreYung Baby Tate Breaks Down Each Song On Her New EP ‘After…

15 Independent Artists to Support on Bandcamp Friday (December 2020 Edition)

A fresh haul of indie artists to explore and support on Bandcamp Friday. What was once a short-term campaign to supplement the incomes of working-class musicians is now a cornerstone policy at Bandcamp. Until further notice, the indie-friendly streamer is waiving its cut of sales every first Friday of the month, offering artists a reliable … Read more15 Independent Artists to Support on Bandcamp Friday (December 2020 Edition)

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