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For the Red Bull Music Academy's NY stint, journalist Jeff "Chairman" Mao conducts an in-depth interview with Rakim, the Long Island lyricist heralded by many as hip hop's holy "God MC."

The God MC Rakim and The Chef Raekwon join hip hop forces for a February 8, 2013 show at Stage 48, a brand new Manhattan venue, and BirthplaceMag.com has the hookup!

Rakim, long considered one of hip hop's most pioneering MCs, gave an in-depth interview to David Samuels in The Atlantic, speaking on a range of topics including his influence on rap music, the current state of hip hop, and an endoresment of sorts for one Kanye West.

Fresh Vetz rep Riverhead, Long Island with their hometown-heavy video to "Move The Crowd," a smooth track with a chorus that delivers a nod to fellow Long Island veteran Rakim.

Rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of the Central Park audience who came to revel in old school hip hop flavor for the NYC Parks’ Summerstage event featuring Funkmaster Flex, DJ Scratch, EPMD and Rakim.