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Pioneer of Mexico City’s Hip Hop Scene – Interview with Bocafloja
via World Hip Hop Market Bocafloja (Aldo Villegas) is regarded as one of the pioneer’s of Mexico City’s “conscious” hip-hop scene. “Somehow,” Bocafloja says, “we built a platform that developed into a community.” The poet, educator, social activist, and MC began his career as a musician in the 1990s with the groups Lifestyle and Microphonk. Since 2002, […]
Teff Mayweather Comes Correct – Interview with Teff
via World Hip Hop Market Straight from Barbados, the young emcee Teff Mayweather is making some preliminary (read: growing) waves within the global hip-hop scene. Set to perform at World Hip Hop Market’s second annual A3C Hip Hop Festival showcase Planet Hip-Hop in Atlanta, the rapper is stoked to rub shoulders and unleash his “Island […]
Cape Verdean Son – Interview with Chachi Carvalho
via World Hip Hop Market Pawtucket, Rhode Island (USA) native and first generation Cape Verdean-American, Chachi Carvalho has been making hip-hop happen for well over a decade. Activist, father, teacher, entrepreneur (owner of Beat Box Studio in Pawtucket), and American football coach, Chachi’s pedigree has only gotten more impressive as he’s matured. A two-time champion […]
Turning Tables Opens DJ Lab in Cambodia
via World Hip Hop Market Turning Tables and international NGO Skatistan are gearing up for the grand opening of their most recent project, a skatepark in Cambodia’s capital with a permanent, built-in DJ lab that will be used to connect Phnom Penh street youth to the global cultures of electronic music and skateboarding. The project […]
Digging into Bonnaroo 2012: Quotes and Special Moments
It’s obvious that a number of acts would slip through the cracks in my lens. In order to get the full scoop of what people dug, I did a little digging myself. Here is a list of my favorite moments, as well as a whole slew of hilarious and informative quotes from artists and fellow Bonnaroovians. […]
Highlights From Catalpa NYC
via Performer Mag This summer, Randall’s Island became the home of New York City’s newest music festival. Launched by up-and-coming entertainment brand I Love Frisky, Catalpa took place on July 28 + 29, 2012 and brought together artists like Snoop Dogg (playing tracks off of Doggystyle), TV on the Radio, the Sheepdogs, A$AP Rocky, and […]
All Good 2012: Top Picks
via Performer Mag All Good 2012 Photo Gallery: 131 Images All Good has always been my favorite festival to attend as a patron. This year I was a little anxious, given the new location and the fact that the festival had booked itself for the very same weekend as Gathering of the Vibes. Although official […]
Camp Bisco 11: Top Picks
Camp Bisco 11 Photo Gallery: 170 Images Note: Every music festival gets a little crazy. It’s part of the experience, really. Camp Bisco is full of some of the most exciting visual and sonic experiences, and some of the brightest, interesting individuals, decked out in full costume and always dancing. It’s a tough festival, though. You […]
Governor’s Ball Music Festival: Top Picks
via Performer Magazine Governor’s Ball 2012 Photo Gallery: 132 Images
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