Artist Spotlight

Brooklyn’s Own Torae Sets The Record Straight

by Erin Smith November 1, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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In an era of a need breed of artistry, the Golden Era of Hip Hop still lives in the heart of Brooklyn emcee Torae. Read on as he “un-raps” the art of versatility, what he would teach at the University of Hip Hop, performing overseas vs. the states, and his friendships with artists from the [...]

DJ Corey Grand Talks Digital Vs. Analog, Concept Mixtapes And What Inspired His Career

by Robert Baker October 26, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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Hailing from Cleveland, burgeoning artist DJ Corey Grand is quickly making a name for himself in the blogosphere. The release of the highly received concept tape, DJ WarrenPeace & DJ Corey Grand Present: Erykah Badu—Greatest Vibes certified the web sensation as one of the most talented upcoming DJ’s. Although the young artist is finally getting [...]

Exile Speaks On His Skills As An Emcee, Discovering His Father’s Musical Background & Confirms New Emanon LP

by Jeremiah October 21, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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Cali producer and MPC magician Exile has been a part of albums that some would call future classics. While maintaining a busy schedule of making future classics, Exile was able to take some time to craft 4TRK Mind, his own solo project, that features him rapping over his beats that he put together using only [...]

DJ Rapid Ric Speaks On The Differences Between Spinning & Producing, Being Chamillionaire’s DJ and His Debut LP

by D. Craig October 19, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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DJ Rapid Ric has been on top of the mixtape game for several years now. Hailing from Texas, he’s DJ’d for the premier artists coming out of the Lone Star State including Bun B, Chamillionaire and Z-Ro. In fact, you’d be hard pressed to find an established MC from Texas that he hasn’t worked with [...]

Thes One Speaks On Making Album Releases An Event Again, Why Artists Should Not Use Spotify & Wonderful Radio [Part 2]

by Justin October 18, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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Yesterday, you got to read part 1 of our interview with Thes One and now we have the second & final portion of this in-depth conversation with the People Under The Stairs member. In part 2 of my discussion with Thes One, the veteran emcee/producer provides some amazing insight that makes this a must read for fans and artists alike. Thes talks [...]

Artist Spotlight: Souls Of Liberty

by Carsten October 18, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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A few weeks ago Souls Of Liberty blessed us with the release of their latest project Brave New World. Now it is time to put Tenelle and Ryan in the spotlight. Hit the jump to learn more about the St. Louis duo…

Thes One Discusses Aging In Hip Hop, Highlighter’s HD Release And Piecelock 70 [Part 1]

by Justin October 17, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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If you’re looking for a perfect example of staying true to yourself in Hip Hop, you need look no further than People Under The Stairs. Thes One & Double K have been going strong for nearly 15 years and have no plans have slowing down. After spending time at various labels over the past decade, the [...]

Van Hunt Returns To Daze Our Sonical Senses

by Erin Smith October 16, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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Welcome to the Van Hunt experience Prepare to feel again, to think again, and believe in love again. Join me as I converse with the introspective mind of the man behind the music; who we ecstatically welcome back after his brief hiatus. As Van Hunt speaks to us about his jubilant return, he has one [...]

Murs Discusses Sobriety, Struggles With Anxiety And The Success Of Paid Dues

by Jeremiah October 14, 2011 Artist Spotlight

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Fresh off the release of his album Love & Rockets Vol. 1: The Transformation with Ski Beatz, Murs has been through a few transformations recently from chopping his locks to getting married, and enjoying a life of being 100% present. And as one of the hardest working guys in Hip Hop, he’s has been nothing [...]

Skyzoo Reveals His Producer Wish List, Talks Reasonable Doubt Tribute And Relationship With !llmind

by Jeremiah October 11, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Skyzoo has been facilitating a clinic on how to rap for the past couple years that has culminated with the release of his latest mixtape The Great Debater, which has been called by some the best project of 2011. Skyzoo comes with his own brand of Hip Hop that mixes intricate word play with a [...]

9th Wonder Talks The Definition Of Soul, Troy Davis And His Alter-Ego

by Erin Smith October 10, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Enter the mind of 9th Wonder. Learn his thoughts about the Troy Davis case, what he wants the youth to know about Hip Hop, his definition of the word soul and his views on success. Hit the jump for our full interview with 9th Wonder.

Jozeemo Goes Off On Phonte and 9th Wonder…Explains Why They Are Fake In His Mind

by Jeremiah September 30, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Yesterday, Jozeemo released a video for his single “Steam” along with a statement about how 9th Wonder and Phonte, his former label mates over at Hall Of Justus, are fake and are not loyal. I had the chance to catch up with Jozeemo to get a little more in depth about the situation that he [...]

The Doppelgangaz Discuss The Black Cloak Life, Getting Lost In A Brothel And Lone Sharks

by Justin September 28, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Hailing from parts unknown, donning black cloaks and making fresh new hip hop should be enough of a reason for you to want to know more about Matter Ov Fact and EP, the ghastly duo known as The Doppelgangaz. The Doppelgangaz have been blessed by the Rap Lords with the gift of rhyme and an [...]

Psalm One Talks Science, Rhymesayers & Bra Throwing

by Jeff Leon September 20, 2011 Artist Spotlight

The First Lady of Rhymesayers, Chicago emcee Psalm One, has been on the scene for a minute, releasing several records and mixtapes both independently and on the Rhymesayers label. She’s recently released Get In the Van 3, the third mixtape in a series dedicated to touring and is currently working on a follow-up to her [...]

Artist Spotlight: DTMD

by Kevin September 19, 2011 Artist Spotlight

DTMD (Dunc & Toine Makin’ Dollas) are the newest act on the Mello Music Group label and their album, Makin’ Dollas, drops digitally tomorrow. Since MMG has a decent track record of putting out dope music, we decided to give the artist spotlight treatment to these guys and see what they’re about…

Artist Spotlight: Internal Quest

by Kevin September 5, 2011 Artist Spotlight

To make it in this hip hop game, you’ve got to stand out. Most chose to hone their skills on one aspect, rapping or producing; while others try their skills at everything. Enter triple threat hip-hopper Internal Quest: emcee/producer/engineer. The Jersey Sound Lab recording artist has finally gotten his break and is getting a chance [...]

Artist Spotlight: Johnny Graham

by Kevin September 3, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Last weekend we introduced you to a rising new jazz star, Johnny Graham. This week, KN does its very first Jazz Artist Spotlight on the DC trumpeter. Hit the jump to get to know Johnny Graham…

Artist Spotlight: Hassaan Mackey

by Kevin September 2, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Hassaan Mackey recently released one of this summer’s best hip hop album, Daily Bread with Apollo Brown [read our review]. It’s his first release since 2007′s Soul For Sale and is definitely a welcoming return. We chopped it up recently with Hassaan to give him our coveted KN Artist Spotlight…

Artist Spotlight: Lyrikill

by Justin August 31, 2011 Artist Spotlight

Last month Lyrikill released his impressive sophomore album More Heart More Sole, so it seemed like a perfect time to catch up with the New Orleans emcee for our latest artist spotlight. Lyrikill speaks on the new LP, the current New Orleans hip hop scene, how Red Bull Big Tune influenced The Soundclash, his role as [...]

Moe Green Talks Being Raised By Beavis & Butthead, Fears Of Getting Trapped In Vallejo [Interview]

by Alex Edelstein August 27, 2011 Artist Spotlight

I had the chance to talk to Vallejo native Moe Green, aka Moe the Dreamer, about a number of topics ranging from the usual music background inspiration to more interesting conversation about soliciting beats off Twitter, growing up in the MTV generation, and why he makes music that details the journey of the ‘come up’ [...]

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