July 16, 2010
While making my way around Europe, I was impressed by some of the graf work that has been done in some of the countries I’ve visited. I find it to be one of the more unappreciated forms of hip hop artistry that there is. This is a work in progress, but check it out. If you [...] more
June 3, 2010
When American administered indirect, proximity discussions between Israel and the Palestinians this month, 62 years of fruitless negotiation left the talks already tainted by a distinct feeling of déjà-vu. more
May 31, 2010
As US hip hop has been subject to proclamations of death by those who long for the “Golden Era”, French critics have made similar diagnoses at home. more
May 26, 2010
DJ Hi Tek sat down with Deft Magazine to discuss his production process, his upcoming collaboration with Talib Kweli–Revolutions Per Minute (RPM), and producing in the Digital Era of Hip Hop. more
April 23, 2010
Tony Allen prefers to speak with his hands and feet. During his concert in Paris, Allen remained camouflaged behind his kit and band, engaging the crowd sparingly. But all evening his hi-hat retained a brisk conversation with Max Roach’s ghost and his snare held a subtle, articulate dialogue with Dilla. more
April 19, 2010
Ana Tijoux truly represents the international reach of Hip Hop. From both French and Chilean backgrounds Ana looks to J Dilla, Jeru Da Damaga, Pete Rock, among others, as strong influences on her work as well as the larger Chilean Hip Hop and social scene. more
Beware of making assumptions about her petite stature and cute exterior. This young woman is something serious. more
April 17, 2010
Tech N9ne sat down and talked to us about KOD, the Ollie Gates Mixed Plate collabos album, Haiti and his family. more
April 16, 2010
Vocalist and composer José James appreciates the shoulders of those he stands on. He has a formidable knowledge of jazz and a genuine reverence for its originators. more
April 5, 2010
We caught up with Kurupt to talk to him about his upcoming album, “Streetlights,” the war on drugs, the legalization of marijuana, and his family. more
4Elements: European Grafitti
Israeli, Palestinian Peace Talks: 62 Years of the Same
French Hip Hop Narrates a Generation