Yes, Dave East and Young M.A. are representing lovely for the region, but to be honest, the only thing 'coming back' to New York hip-hop, is your attention.

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The Q Brothers and John Leguizamo deliver a modern stage reworking of Shakespeare's classic tale of jealousy and betrayal. It is fun, clever hip-hop theater.

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A look at one advocate journalist's efforts to call out the issues within the hip hop journalism landscape through the years

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A Q&A with the former winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, as he expands his repertoire with songs from his upcoming "Embalming Fluid"

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The Brooklyn-based videographer, filmmaker & businessman speaks on keys to brand strength, being humble & how to succeed as an entrepreneur in hip hop

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Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, Bill Kristol & pundits speaking on rap & hip hop without knowledge or cultural perspective is corporate-sponsored bigotry

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Filmmaker endeavors to tell the story of tormented ambition that face many talented, striving artists. The setting is hip hop, but the struggle is universal

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Radio is flocking aboard the Classic Hip Hop format bandwagon and the initial numbers are impressive. However, the long run might not be so promising.

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Easy for media to point at J. Cole, Talib Kweli, Game & Diddy and say, "Look! Hip hop's response to Ferguson," but that's hardly where the coverage should end.

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Q&A with Emicida, a fiery Brazilian MC making a name for himself throughout the world. Part of BirthplaceMag.com's "Birthplace to the Earthspace" series.

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