Interviews

Trapped in the 80’s: Innovations in Hip Hop [new podcast episode]

Insomniac Magazine's editors, "IZ-REAL" and Kevin Keith, examine innovations in Hip Hop through the decades on this new series as part of the Sounds From The Underground podcast. On this episode, they delve into the 1980's and discuss some...

Kool Keith speaks on legacy in Hip Hop and shares top 5

Ultramagnetic and Dr. Octagon legend Kool Keith is a one of a kind artist that continues to reinvent himself. Having thrived in the genre since its golden era, he's in a very small class of distinguished emcees who continue to create...

Hip Hop, Inspiration, Self-Empowerment: Rocdwell interview

If you know Hip Hop, then you know that the most talented artists are not found on the top of the charts or going viral. It's a seriously good look if you can get it, but many...
Jackie O Asare

Publicity Insight from Music and Media industry vet Jackie O. Asare

Jackie O. Asare is a veteran music industry and public relations professional whose career began in the early '90s and continues to present day. Just some of her accomplishments include holding the position of Publicity Coordinator for Sony Music...

Hip Hop Spotlight: Daniel Son interview

Insomniac Magazine Hip Hop exclusive: Talking with Daniel Son The Toronto, Canada area has been a constant source of impactful Hip Hop practitioners for well over twenty years. Emcees such as Maestro Fresh-Wes, Saukrates, Choclair, Kardinal Offishall, Frankenstein, The Rascalz and...

Interview: Hip Hop vet Dom Pachino (Killarmy) talks on his music industry journey +...

In this interview, we delve into the world of Wutang brethren Killarmy's Dom Pachino. This lyrical powerhouse has solidified his place in music history as a member of Hip Hop's royal family. The talented emcee shares insight into his...

Kool Keith: 2020 Interview with the Hip Hop Legend

As we venture into 2020, it’s only fitting to do so with an artist who’s always projected the future of Hip Hop, the legendary Kool Keith. Story and interview by Israel "IZ-REAL" Vasquetelle. I suggest that the true measure of...

Insomniac Magazine Hip Hop Spotlight: Benny The Butcher Interview

Talking Hip Hop, Griselda and the Industry with Benny The Butcher The Griselda camp has built a significant brand for their movement and key members over the past few years. Regular visitors to Insomniac Magazine have been seeing the name...

Indigo Phoenyx drops “The Conjuring” EP with PA. Dre

You may recognize the name from reviews and interviews of your favorite artists. Indigo Phoenyx is the First Lady of Weekly Rap Gods. However, she’s multi-talented and drops projects of her own, as well as features. Her latest effort...

Griselda unleashes “Dr. Birds” video directed by Hype Williams

The Griselda sonic street slingers unleash a sizzling serving of underground Hip Hop flavor on the Hype Williams directed visual stunner for "Dr. Birds." Hit play and enter the realm of raw rapping and supreme sounds on the camp's latest...