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My Top 10 Favourite Rappers
From Nas to Andre 3000, here are my top 10 rappers in hip hop history.
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Sep 195 min read
A Talk with theKD
A conversation with Ohio rapper theKD, discussing his new album OTC, the strive to be authentic, and the meaning of success.
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Aug 308 min read
Album Review Rewind: August '24
A monthly review recap of some of the best albums I heard in August 2024, from Magdalena Bay to KNOWITALL & Mourning Run.
Evan
Jul 244 min read
BVNGS: An Eclectic Force In East Coast Hip Hop
An introduction to BVNGS, one of the sharpest talents in hip hop hailing from Rochester, New York.
Evan
Jul 96 min read
Another Talk with Unruly: Identity, independence, and the pursuit of versatility
An interview with Virginia rapper Unruly, discussing his new album Black Beloved, the need to evolve, and the pursuit of versatility.
Evan
Jun 304 min read
KNOWITALL: The Beating Heart of the New York Underground
KNOWITALL is one of the most talented and most significant rappers in the New York underground.
Evan
Apr 296 min read
The Most Underrated Hip Hop of 2024
The hip hop underground has been flourishing this decade, and 2024 is as strong a year as any other. In just four months, we have been...
Evan
Nov 6, 20235 min read
Listens for the Week #55-57: Klwn Cat, Jockstrap, Blank Thought, Czarface, Herbie Hancock & More
With each passing week, the music landscape seems to grow quieter. With most of the big names having already dropped projects this year,...
Evan
Oct 16, 20233 min read
Listens for the Week #54: Knowitall, Zilly900, Cat Power, Stella Donnelly, billy woods & More
Nearing the end of 2023, I’ve been busy listening to every record possible. From PJ Harvey to Kesha, J Hus to Blaq Chidori, I have been...
Evan
Oct 14, 20235 min read
A Talk with Unknown INK
Representing the East Coast, Unknown INK is a Virginia-based MC gearing up for the release of his debut album, Praise the Unknown. The...
Evan
Oct 8, 20234 min read
Listens for the Week #52-53: Sufjan Stevens, Armand Hammer, Regina Spektor, Metronomy, D2x & More
Although Drake’s latest record is sure to be the biggest release this autumn, it is far from the best. With recent albums from folk...
Evan
Sep 30, 20238 min read
A Talk with Cystic
Representing the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, Cystic is a rapper warming up for the release of a collective tape with his group, The...
Evan
Sep 18, 20236 min read
Listens for the Week #48-50: Nas, Olivia Rodrigo, Mitski, Freddie Gibbs, Hole, Mantis & More
The past month has been one of the busiest of my life. Starting my third year in university, planning interviews with several artists,...
Evan
Aug 27, 20235 min read
Listens for the Week #46-47: D2x, Nonazz, Crimzon Merlot, Genesis Owusu, The Jacksons & More
Since most of the big names have dropped albums in 2023 already, the mainstream is becoming less eventful as the year goes on....
Evan
Aug 20, 20238 min read
Another Talk with Xhef: Discussing the rapper's latest album, upcoming EP, and plans for 2023
Representing New Jersey, Xhef is an underground rapper who specialises in ambitious concept records and deeply personal hip hop. His...
Evan
Aug 13, 20235 min read
Listens for the Week #44-45: George Clanton, Noname, Prince, Kate Bush, Todd Edwards, Unruly & More
Some music listeners insist that 2023 is a weak year for music, but with how many quality albums have released in the past fortnight...
Evan
Jul 31, 20235 min read
Listens for the Week #43: Travis Scott, N.I.N., Carly Rae Jepsen, Len-Dor, Rakim, Deftones, Nirvana
This has been a week of pleasant surprises. After five long years, Travis Scott made his return as a solo artist with UTOPIA, a brilliant...
Evan
Jul 14, 20226 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Hip Hop
Hip hop is my favourite genres of music. Rapping is like poetry recited to a beat, with the same complex rhyme schemes, themes, and...
Evan
Jun 13, 20224 min read
Album Review: Supreme Clientele
The Wu-Tang Clan are arguably the most iconic and influential group in rap music. Their 1993 debut, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) has...
Evan
Jun 9, 20226 min read
Album Review: Smiling with No Teeth
Smiling with No Teeth is the debut album from Ghanaian-Australian singer and rapper, Genesis Owusu. It is an album I would recommend to...
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