Interviews

There’s no shortage of reasons why Schoolly D is a trailblazer. Off the top, he is indeed the undisputed creator of gangster rap. He is a rapper’s rapper; influencing iconic emcees who’ve gone on to shape generations of rappers....

Rhyme Assassin, an international Hip Hop artist/producer, is back with a new single titled "Run Em Up (Told Ya)." The record drops everywhere music is sold on April 19th. Assassin is recognized for rounding up legends for his music,...

On this segment we flashback to a classic interview for an Insomniac Magazine podcast episode with the legendary emcee and freedom fighter, Chuck D. Here he provides insight into Public Enemy’s masterwork What You Gonna Do When The Grid...

Jus P is back with a new EP titled 'Fortune Favors The Bold' with production by Body Bag Ben. The 6-track project comes equipped with tight, unapologetic lyricism that embodies P's wins and losses, no holds barred. Check out...

Dumi Right comes through with a timeless, head-nodder reminding us to "Stay Focused." The single/video features Outspoken, Sykotek, with KHz Pro on production. Dumi, an esteemed emcee/songwriter/performing artist, Hip Hop trailblazer, and a cultural ambassador is no amateur when...

Cassandra The Goddess MC unleashes a brand new full-length brimming with a range of authentic Hip Hop. Funky vibes, doo wop grooves and silky soul textures are woven through the project with a common thread of quality boom bap...

On this episode of Insomniac Magazine's "Sounds From The Underground" podcast, an eclectic group of Hip Hop artists share their inspirations and provide some insight into their marketing tactics. Listen to Dell P (Philadelphia), CasanovaOnTheMic (Guam), Twan Mack (Milwaukee),...

G Fam Black & Tali Rodriguez strike fear into the heart of the competition on the 10 track platter "No Safety!" Experience the audio intensity below! No Safety by G FAM BLACK x Tali Rodriguez

Nejma Nefertiti's potent prose and striking delivery over searing soundscapes by Egyptian producer Mohamad Malek make for rewind worthy Hip Hop on "The Valley of the Queens." The audio artisan serves up authentic flows that beckon listeners to an era...

Sharkula is a Chicago music and art scene staple. Crafting over thirty albums, EPs, mixtapes and other projects, the prolific rhyme practitioner has been creating non-stop for the better part of two decades. With a one-of-a-kind approach and unrelenting...