My man Eff is the living breathing embodiment of New York City. He's as Queens as the legends that've come before him. I've been a fan and supporter for a few years now and have been lucky enough to converse with him on many occasions (we're still looking to meet in person on my next...… Read more

One of the most immediately recognizable characteristics about Portland, Oregon-based emcee Sapient is his sharp wit and unrelenting sense of humor. Since beginning his foray into hip-hop, he’s never had a problem injecting a healthy dose of either into nearly everything he touches, including...… Read more

DLabrie came up during hip-hop’s golden age, witnessing the rise of West Coast hip-hop in the early 90’s. A firsthand witness to the Indy grind of his hometown, he began distributing his music in 2001, starting his own label RonDavoux Records, pushing over 80,000+ units, and having music...… Read more

Canadian producer Factor—real name Graham Chandelier—is an unassuming presence in person. Polite and professional, there’s no indiction of the power he holds in the palms of his hands. Once they touch the Technics 1200s, however, a light goes on in his eyes and the electricity eman...… Read more

First impressions account for a great deal in the rap game. When you first hear the latest MC spit you're looking to have your expectations met. It’s an all or nothing situation for the you the listener. Whether you follow their career or not could hang on 16 to 32 bars. Does what they say...… Read more

Brooklyn-based emcee/producer Oddisee dropped a new single Tuesday, April 19 for “Born Before Yesterday.” The track appears on his upcoming instrumental album The Odd Tape, which comes out May 13 on Mello Music Group. In a press release, Oddisee reveale...… Read more