Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! We talked to Wu-Tang clan leader RZA about his Camp TAZO retreat, his early days as Prince Rakeem, his love for kung-fu and anime, who his mentors are, and more. While RZA is most notably known for being the mastermind behind hip-hop’s…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! We talked to Big Daddy Kane about his legacy, the making of the posse cut “Show and Prove,” and why he likes It’s a Big Daddy Thing more than Long Live the Kane. There is no rapper who embodies the word…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! Nipsey Hussle’s death came as a complete shock for not only Los Angeles but fans all across the world. We talked to Mike & Keys about the legendary rapper’s come-up and the legacy he lives behind. Money Mike and J-Keys are…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! We caught up with Common to discuss his friendship with J Dilla, linking with Swizz Beatz, and how he feels about “I Used to Love H.E.R.” 25 years later. Common is an actor, writer, philanthropist, and activist. While his…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! Legendary photographer Estevan Oriol has taken more than a half-million photos throughout a career that has spanned over 25 years. The legendary photographer sat down with us to talk about his most iconic shots. Born at Saint John’s…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! Okayplayer caught up with T3 and Young RJ to discuss Slum Village’s rotating members, J Dilla’s influence, and the legacy of Fantastic Vol. 2. When you hear the name Slum Village, a few words come to mind: hip-hop. Lyricism. Detroit. J Dilla.…
Read the full article on Okayplayer.com! Common’s new LP will feature appearances from Daniel Caesar, Leikeli47, BJ the Chicago Kid, and more. There will also be J Dilla production on the project. In the beginning of May, Common published his latest memoir, Let Love Have the Last…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! We spoke with King Combs about The Notorious B.I.G. influence on his music, getting City Girls on “Surf,” and the pressure in filling his dad’s shoes. King Combs is the youngest son of one of the most iconic figures…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! As a part of our First Look Friday series, Okayplayer spoke with 22-year-old singer Allyn about her African-American and Indian roots, being truly independent, and the legacy of Nipsey Hussle. Singer Allyn is here to give you everything she has. Hailing from…
Read the full interview on Okayplayer.com! We recently caught up with controversial singer Jacquees; he talked about his King of R&B claims, where he stands with Ella Mai, and his misunderstanding with Keith Sweat. Musically, 2018 was the best year of Jacquees’ career. He released his…