We speak with Dregs One, Deray, and CMG of Conscious Daughter about the History of Bay Area Hip Hop.
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Exploring Hip Hop’s Evolution with Professor Griff of Public Enemy
In our Hard Knock Radio “Hip Hop is 50” series, we had the privilege of speaking with Professor Griff, also known as the Minister of Information, from the iconic group Public Enemy. Griff shared his journey into Hip Hop, which dates back to the late 1970s when he was part of a Mobile DJ outfit […]
A Conversation w/ South African Hip Hop Artist Emile YX.. From Apartheid til Now
HKR (06-15-23) On a recent episode of Hard Knock Radio, we had the pleasure of hosting Emile YX, a remarkable artist and cultural ambassador, as part of our series “Hip Hop is 50.” Emile YX, hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, has made significant contributions to the world of hip hop as a rapper and […]
A Conversation w/ Mic Crenshaw on Hip Hop, Punk Rock, and Activism
We had the privilege of sitting down with Mic Crenshaw, a long-time Portland-based hip hop artist, activist, and organizer, to delve into his rich musical upbringing and his remarkable journey through the realms of punk rock and hip hop. Mic shared his experiences, shedding light on his involvement in influential movements and projects that have […]
An Interview w/ BGirl Macca About the Globalization of Breakin’ and its Black Roots
HKR-(06-02-23) Macca Malik, also known as BGirl Macca, is a remarkable talent in the world of Hip Hop. Hailing from Philadelphia, her journey into the Hip Hop scene began through her older brother, who was highly regarded both in Philly and later in Germany, where he organized numerous shows. Macca’s passion for Breaking led her […]
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