Interviews
MusicExclusive: Lakeyah wants to emphasize the quality of music over the numbers game. The “Want Em Hood” rapper talks samples, how Flo Milli “shocked” her, and Milwaukee’s rap scene.
ByAron A.
MusicExclusive: Sa-Roc & Sol Messiah discuss Minneapolis as a hub for hip-hop, producing Dead Prez’s “Hell Yeah (Remix)” ft. Jay-Z, and why DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince are among the greatest MC-DJ duos in hip-hop history.
ByAron A.
MusicExclusive Interview: Emerging artist Mondaii’s story is one of serendipitous circumstances that have led the rapper to living out his dream. The rising star talks about huge moments in his career and why authenticity is at the heart of all he does.
ByErika Marie
MusicExclusive Interview: Rap icon Mickey Factz co-founded Hip Hop academy Pendulum Ink, a lyricism-centered school that teaches about mental wellness, criminology, financial literacy, as well as performance and content creation. Rah Digga joins as a guest lecturer, and these two legends spoke openly about investing in the Hip Hop’s future, artists taking back the culture, and looking out for our OGs.
ByErika Marie
MusicExclusive: Rap royalty Cheryl “Salt” James from Salt-N-Pepa helped revolutionize women’s voices in the culture. She spoke with us about women like Sparky Dee and MC Lyte who have always been supportive, and shared advice about not letting the industry become a trap.
ByErika Marie
MusicExclusive Interview: Amy Luciani may be the newest member of “Love & Hip Hop ATL,” but she’s been working on her career for almost a decade. The 313 femcee is making her mark as more than just a pretty face. Learn all about the independent star who isn’t afraid of a little—or a lot!—of hard work to reach success.
ByErika Marie
MusicExclusive: Smiley shares a hilarious story about “Nicky Nicky Nine Doors,” discusses his new project & explains why Drake is “such a genuine guy.”
ByAron A.
MusicJID talks to HotNewHipHop about his recent foray into K-Pop, courtesy of Coke Studio, his European shows, and Atlanta’s global influence.
ByAron A.
MusicDurk appeared to enjoy being interviewed by Canadian legend Narduwar.
ByBen Mock
MusicEXCLUSIVE: Lil Xan discusses his upcoming album, sobriety, meeting Mac Miller, and reflects on Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary.
ByJosh Megson
MusicExclusive Interview: Rapsody is just as excited to celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop as we are! We caught up with the femcee to talk D’usse’s HH50 Day Parties, what she wants to see from the culture, & to hear about the women in her life who have been a shoulder to lean on.
ByErika Marie
MusicEXCLUSIVE: Big Daddy Kane gives props to J. Cole, Conway The Machine, Rapsody & Lady London and sends a message to the youth regarding AI.
ByAron A.
MusicEXCLUSIVE: Rob49 reflects on Birdman’s faith in his talents, explains the misconception of New Orleans rap and lists Lil Wayne and Soulja Slim among his favorite NOLA rappers of all time.
ByAron A.
MusicEXCLUSIVE: Rob49 has the utmost confidence that the New Orleans Vultures will beat G Herbo’s Chopper City team at the second annual Vulture Island weekend.
ByAron A.
TVRap icon Yo-Yo emerged in the 1990s as a woman in Hip Hop unlike any other. She’s dedicated her life & career to community activism, and now, she has her own cooking show on AspireTV. You don’t want to miss our compelling conversation with the Los Angeles legend!
ByErika Marie
MusicRoc Nation’s rising rapper Bobby Fishscale emerged out of the Florida scene, but he stands out from the crowd. Check out our exclusive interview with the motivational rapper.
ByErika Marie
MusicExclusive Interview: Hip Hop icon and legendary lyricist Rakim is celebrating 50 years of the culture & kicking off Black Music Month in style.
ByErika Marie
Original ContentEXCLUSIVE: Belly reflects on losing Nipsey Hussle and how his verse on “Double Up” landed on “Victory Lap.”
ByAron A.
