Dominant G aka Dom G is not a new name in the hip hop world. His lyrical skills have been applauded by some of the biggest names in the industry including DJ 279, DJ Big Ted, DJ's MK and Shortie Blitz and Capital Xtra's Tim Westwood to name a few.
Kingpin is an established Hip Hop artist and newly emerging filmmaker (writer / director) based in London. Those familiar to his work know him for his thought provoking social content, explosive rhythmical flow and delivery, high energy stage presence and continual contribution within the Hip Hop scene.
There's truly few artists out there who possess the formidability to see their careers survive through the unpredictability of the past fifteen years in the music industry, however Constant Deviants are a prime example of what real dexterity and determination can achieve. The New Jersey and Baltimore hip-hop duo of lyricist M.I. and producer DJ Cutt are ready to drop what is their fourth album in five years, with the release of 'Avant Garde' on May 12th 2015.
DJ Shadow and Cut Chemist answer some questions about their Renegades Of Rhythm 2015 vinyl-only UK tour, which honours Afrika Bambaataa's influence on hip-hop's beginnings.
It certainly takes something special to pave a path to success in the current hip-hop climate. Cincinnati's Buggs Tha Rocka had an early ambition to take his music in the same direction as hip-hop legends Q-Tip and Biggie. Beginning with the release of his first mixtape 'Hip Hop Supa Hero' hosted by Mick Boogie in 2009, Buggs caught the attention of locally established artists Donte (MOOD) and Hi Tek (Reflection Eternal) who recognised his potential and helped with Buggs' gradual progression into the hip-hop industry.
Our man, the Hip Hop Informant caught up with Charlie Slum and found out about his background, influences and got his views on some of the most pressing topics of our time including talking on the current state of Hip Hop, Pittsburgh and the happenings in Ferguson. Read on to find out more.
Releasing his debut album "Timing Is Everything" on 22nd July, Kid Vishis has emerged as one of Detroit's most talented lyricists over the past ten years. While still at school, his skills were honed during the "family freestyle basement sessions" with his elder brother Royce da 5 9, before touring initially as the Slaughterhouse veteran's hypeman. Over time, these shows saw him perform his own freestyle slots to sell out crowds nationwide, sharing bills with the likes of Rakim and Slick Rick, Ghostface and many more.
Verbal Skillz is a old school UK emcee from just outside Guildford in Surrey. He started making music in 2012 with good friend and scratch DJ / Producer DJ Stix. After being a massive fan of real hip hop from his early teens, he was inspired by rap greats like Rakim, Cool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane, Gangstarr, Masta Ace, KRS one, Marley Marl, Pete Rock, Nas, Wu-Tang and many other giants from the late 80s early 90s, and he decided to start writing his own bars.