Q&A: Yoni Wolf of WHY?
Yoni Wolf’s main objective is simple: make good music. But the music of his band, Why?, performing March 5 and March 6 in the Bay Area, is far more complex.
Q&A: Oddisee
Thought provoking DC rapper Oddisee has released more than ten albums since 1999 both solo and as part of hip hop groups Diamond District and Low Budget Crew. He performs tonight at 330 Ritch along with songstress Jimetta Rose.
Kool Karlo’s Damn Gina! Live Hip Hop Mix
With legendary Bay Area party Damn Gina! soon coming to a close after almost three and a half years running, resident DJ Kool Karlo recorded a live hip hop set from the Ambassador to keep the memories alive.
Zumbi of Zion I Discusses Fatherhood and ‘Shadowboxing’
Zion I have long been a staple of the Bay Area hip hop scene. Ever since the release of 2000′s critically acclaimed debut Mind Over Matter, the duo’s adventurous sound has the Bay Area hip hop tradition of exploring new musical territory.
Hieroglyphics Announce First Annual Heiro Day
Hometown hip hop legends Hieroglyphics celebrate the city that helped launch their careers, showcasing new and old talent during a free daytime party in Oakland on Labor Day, September 3.
Preview: Large Professor at Mighty
This Friday May 25th, Mighty welcomes New York City-based hip hop record producer and emcee Large Professor. This legendary figure is credited with accomplishments such as making beats for Eric B. and Rakim during his high school years and discovering Nas.
New Video: Ana Tijoux
One of the top female Latin rappers out, Ana Tijoux delivers her French-Chilean socially conscious flow over a funky melody while street dancers paint the scene in her new video.
Live Review: Star Slinger at Rickshaw Stop
Darren Williams, aka Star Slinger, made his much-anticipated SF debut last Thursday night at the Popscene, the weekly Thursday party at Rickshaw Stop.
Album Review: Alias ‘Fever Dream’
Anticon labelhead, Brendon Whitney, aka Alias, has stirred up attention with his fifth full length, Fever Dream. Whereas his last LP, Resurgam, featured more guest vocalists with melodies taking the spotlight
Q&A: K.Flay
Not only does local wordsmith and producer K.Flay have chops in the studio and on stage, she’s flossing duel degrees in sociology and psychology from Stanford. After grinding on the small clubs circuit she’s finally getting a some breaks with summer festivals. She recently had a slot at Live 105′s BFD festival and she opens Outside Lands on Friday.
Weekend Club Events
From hip-hop legends to leaders of the new school, five parties to take your weekend to the max.
New Video: BPos “Dope”
Bay Area hip hop group BPos, short for Be Positive, bring their uplifting sounds and local flavor to the first video off their recent mixtape, Pos Tapes Vol. II.
New Video: Los Rakas “Hierba”
A new ode to smoking from Oakland-Panamanian hip hop group Los Rakas.
DJ Q&A: DJ D-Sharp
As a professional DJ in the Bay Area for over 20 years, D-Sharp has had an adventurous career. We caught up with him to discuss a recent outing in Italy with Snoop Dogg, his newfound rap career, and more.
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