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Best Kept Fresh Vol. 101

Hand-picked hip hop is back!

Hip Hop’s Lost Identity: Revisiting EPMD’s ‘Crossover’

Kevin reflects back on EPMD’s classic anti-pop rap anthem.

Headspin, Headshots, & History: Big Zach’s Quest to Chronicle Twin City’s Hip Hop

We talk with Big Zach about his chronicle of Twin Cities hip hop.

Lights, Camera, Rappin: Ricky Shabazz and the Boom Bap Boys Present Hip Hop for the Eyes

We talk with Ricky Shabazz about making hip hop tracks come to life in his incredible music videos.

Is Record Store Day Actually Hurting Record Stores?

Is the true meaning of RSD being buried under the hype?

The Real Hologram: Why Coachella Sucks for Hip Hop Fans

Coachella’s attempt to resurrect ‘Pac failed as miserably as their hip hop offerings each and every year.

From Fantasy to Reality: Tonedeff Talks About His Long-Awaited ‘Chico and The Man’ Album with Kno

Tonedeff explains his role as an artist and label owner, as well as his upcoming project with CunninLynguists producer, Kno — Chico and The Man.

Thanksgiving Feast: 10 Hungry Grind Time Battlers

You think you know Grind Time battles? Check out 10 of the hungriest rappers making their way through the circuit.

You Need This Music: Wax, KRS-One, Final Outlaw, Chris Faust, Notes To Self

Brand new stuff from Big WAX, KRS-One, Final Outlaw, and more.

Artist Interview: Peyote (Minneapolis)

Mexican-break artist and illustrator Peyote tells us about his art and his relationship with hip hop.