As 2024 draws to a close, Hard Knock Radio host Davey D is joined by music experts to reflect on the year’s biggest music trends. Joining him are KQED music columnist Nastia Voynovskaya, DJ D-Sharp, DJ Lady Ryan, and KALW radio host. Together, they discuss how veteran hip-hop artists, regional sounds, and Afrobeats have shaped […]
Chris Burger Speaks on Bay Area Hip-Hop and the Evolution of the Luv Phenomena Series
Chris Burger, a pioneering figure in the Bay Area Hip-Hop scene, recently sat down with Hard Knock Radio’s Davey D to discuss his latest work, including the 4th installment of his Luv Phenomena album series called CBDG Flow Back 2. Known for blending social consciousness with musical innovation, Burger shared his thoughts on creativity, spirituality, […]
Year in Review: Exploring Afrofuturism 2024 and What’s to Come
As 2024 draws to a close, Hard Knock Radio hosts a powerful conversation that delves deep into the intersection of Black culture, resistance, and speculative futures—Afrofuturism. The discussion includes insights from a diverse panel of guests: journalist Jenee Darden, artist and educator Ras Ceylon, and scholar/artist Kwadwo Deterville, with host Davey D leading the way. […]
The Year in Review: Exploring Sports, Politics, and Athlete Activism w/ Dave Zirin & Sarah Allen
On a recent Hard Knock Radio episode, host Davey D discussed sports and politics with sports journalist Dave Zirin (Edge of Sports) and Emmy nominated film producer Sarah Allen (Stand: The Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Story). They focused on key events, athletes’ activism, and the challenges athletes face on and off the field. The Politics of Sports […]
Charles Barron Discusses the Death of Jordan Neely on Hard Knock Radio
HKR-12-17-24: In an insightful conversation on Hard Knock Radio (HKR), host Davey D spoke with Charles Barron, former New York City Council Member and ex-Black Panther, about the tragic death of Jordan Neely. Neely, known for impersonating Michael Jackson, was choked to death by Daniel Penny, a former Marine, during a mental health crisis on […]
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