Hip Hop Raised Me

DJ Semtex
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Hip Hop Raised Me

The 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast is hosted by DJ Semtex and features the artists that define the culture; from the hottest new rappers to the pioneering legends that paved the way. It is a celebration of the culture that continues to shake the room, move the needle, and change the world.

  1. TRAILER

    Unveiling the Unheard Stories: Draptomaniax Uncovers the Hidden Beats of History

    From Dean of Black Twitter, Michael Harriot comes a Black history podcast like you've never heard before. Using a recipe that includes detailed research, barbershop humor and a little seasoned salt, a parade of cookout-certified celebrity guests helps Michael Harriot serve up a compelling, hilarious, and more accurate version of Black history that was conveniently whitewashed from your social studies book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    3 min

  2. 01/03/2022

    THE BEST OF HIP HOP RAISED ME

    For the final episode of this season, DJ Semtex looks back at some of the key moments; From Public Enemy's Chuck D fighting the power, Ghetts and Robert Greene talking about the use of power of Rap, to Sarkodie breaking down the importance of his fans, KidEight taking his art to the next level and changing the rules on how we view art and music. 2021 was a great year for the 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast, 2022 will be even better. Watch out for the next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    50 min

  3. 12/27/2021

    ALPHA 23: DJ Semtex Wraps Up 2021 With Atlanta Rapper Alpha 23

    For the last episode of the season, and the year, DJ Semtex wraps up 2021 with Atlanta rapper Alpha 23 to talk about Hip Hop's impact in the metaverse, music NFTs, the greatness of Playboi Cart's 'Whole Lotta Red', the best album of 2021, who could really stand on a Verzuz stage next to Jay-Z, and loads more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    2h 15m

  4. 12/20/2021

    ALLAN KINGDOM: Art Is The Utility.

    You’ve been rocking with Allan Kingdom since he collaborated with Kanye West on the legendary club banger ‘All Day’. Several years later he is at the forefront of the Web 3.0 revolution taking  place with gaming, art, and music. DJ Semtex talks the future of music with Allan Kingdom on the latest episode of the ‘Hip Hop Raised Me’ podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    55 min

  5. 12/13/2021

    HALEEK MAUL: This Is All Experimentation Around Internet Sold Property & Ownership, And How The Fan & Artist Relationship Can Become Deeper.

    While we are all getting our heads around the concept of the metaverse, Web 3.0, and NFTS. Many artists are embracing these new advances in tech immediately with their own communities of fans. Which is why DJ Semtex caught up with forward thinking Rapper / Producer Haleek Maul during the middle of an auction for one of his songs on the Ethereum blockchain. At the start of the conversation a fan had just offered 25 eth for Haleek's latest track 'Violate', which is almost equivalent to a staggering $100,000 for one track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min

  6. 12/06/2021

    KIDEIGHT: It’s Not About Me, it’s About What I Do.

    Artwork is as important as the actual music. It tells the story behind an artists body of work, trends, genres, and reinforces the culture. KidEight is a digital artist who has created some of the most iconic logos and artwork for some of the biggest Hip Hop artists. Earlier this year he made the transition from taking client work to focus on launching his own brands of Hip Hop influenced artistry across web 3.0 platforms. Trailblazing new ways of distributing art across blockchains, building communities, and inspiring new generations of creatives. DJ Semtex connected with KidEight for the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 6m

  7. 11/29/2021

    BLAQBONEZ: I Am Just Going To Go On My Own Path, Make My Kind Of Music & See Where That Takes Me,

    There's a lot happening in the world of Hip Hop right now. So DJ Semtex caught up with BlaqBones, the self proclaimed 'Best Rapper in Africa' to talk about the 2022 Grammy nominations, Kanye West, Drake, African Rap, and the success of his most recent album 'Sex Over Love', and loads more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    52 min

  8. 11/22/2021

    JID: Coming Into A Full Circle Moment, I Think This Gonna Be Like The Best Project My Fans Ever Heard!

    Lyricism matters. Real Rap is as important as it ever was. In an era of commercial watered down microwave music, labels such as J Cole's Dreamville are the developing ground for elite lyrical wizardry. JID is one of the artists artists that has flourished and evolved under the guidance of Cole. DJ Semtex caught up with JID to talk about his recent collaborations with Imagine Dragons, Dua Lipa, Doja Cat, what he has in store for 2022, and loads more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    43 min
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The 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast is hosted by DJ Semtex and features the artists that define the culture; from the hottest new rappers to the pioneering legends that paved the way. It is a celebration of the culture that continues to shake the room, move the needle, and change the world.

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  • Creator
    DJ Semtex
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Sony Music
  • Show Website
    Hip Hop Raised Me

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