Hip Hop Raised Me

Latest Episodes:

Show Dem Camp: Everything You Create Needs To Be A Moment. Nov 01, 2021

Show notes

Show Dem Camp are the African giants of Rap. They are Nigeria’s Hip Hop pioneers who recently released ‘Clone Wars 5’. Even though they have paid their dues, and endured the beautiful struggle to establish themselves. In 2021 with the advent of cultures clashing, and technology leading art, it could be said that they’re just getting started. Dj Semtex caught with Tec and Ghost for the story so far.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COZZ: Music Saved My Life. Oct 25, 2021

Show notes

J Cole is one of the greatest rappers, and his label Dreamville is home to a collective of elite MCs, such as Cozz. Dj Semtex caught up with the South Central native to discuss everything from working with J Cole and Kendrick Lamar, to living life on the edge and managing to stay alive.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WALE: Heavy On The Gratitude. Oct 18, 2021

Show notes

The eve of an album release is the most critical time for an artist. It's the ultimate moment of truth, the last chance to make any changes. It can be a nerve wracking time of anxiety, frustration, mixed with anticipation of how a new body of work will be received by fans. Wale has released 11 mixtapes, and is about to release his 7th album. For the latest episode of the 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast DJ Semtex managed to catch up with Wale while he was driving from studio to studio n LA putting the finishing touches on forth-coming body of work 'Folarin 2'.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MAXO KREAM: I Can Do A Song With Anybody. Ain't Nobody I Can't Do A Song With. Oct 11, 2021

Show notes

Maxo Kream went from Trap star to Rap star. Against all odds he turned his life around for the whole world to witness the depth of his ‘Big Persona’. On the eve of his forth coming album ‘Weight of the World’, DJ Semtex connects with Maxo Kream to get the detail on what’s next for the Houston native.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SARKODIE: I Believe In Process and Pace Oct 04, 2021

Show notes

He is a living legend, a giant within African Rap. Internationally known, and highly revered within his homeland Ghana, Sarkodie's name rings throughout the diaspora and beyond. DJ Semtex caught up with Sarkodie to discuss his recent album 'No Pressure', connecting with international artists such as Wale, Giggs, and Vic Mensa, the importance of the Sark Nation his fiercely loyal fanbase, and loads more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ROB KENNER: The Marathon Don't Stop - The Life and Times of Nipsey Hussle Sep 27, 2021

Show notes

There is no doubt that Nipsey Hussle is sorely missed by his family, friends, and fans. The rapper, activist, and entrepreneur passed away March 31st 2019 and his music and words continue to live on and resonate with people across the world. When DJ Semtex bought Nipsey Hussle to the UK for his first ever headline show in London, he recorded an exclusive interview with the West Coast icon backstage. Writer, author, and founding editor of Vibe magazine Rob Kenner interviewed Nipsey Hussle at different points in his career, and wrote the first in depth biography of Nipsey Hustle; 'The Marathon Don't Stop, The Life and Times of Nipsey Hussle'. On the latest episode of the 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast DJ Semtex and Rob Kenner share their stories and perspectives of their encounters with Nipsey Hussle.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

STRICK: The Secret Is Being Yourself. Sep 20, 2021

Show notes

Strick has a fascinating story. He walked away from a stable well paid career to follow his dream of being a successful rapper. A couple of years later he is signed to Young Thug's YSL label, working with Future, Kid Cudi, and Skepta. Touring the world, and having a sit down with DJ Semtex to detail how he did it for the latest episode of the Hip Hop Raised Me podcast.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ISAIAH RASHAD: I Just Want To Be One Of The Best Songwriters Of All Time. Sep 13, 2021

Show notes

When Kendrick Lamar announced that his next album would be his last on TDE, all eyes turned to Isiah Rashad who had just released his brilliant third album 'The House Is Burning'. DJ Semtex caught up with the Chattanooga, Teennessee native to talk about his latest body of work, TDE, his favourite UK artists and more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PI'ERRE BOURNE: Strategise, Plan & Execute! Sep 06, 2021

Show notes

Pi'erre Bourne has a relentless hustle. His mantra is to "Strategise, Plan, and Execute ", which is why he is already a highly successful producer / rapper / songwriter / creative entrepreneurial at the age of 28. A similar age to Kanye West when he dropped 'The College Dropout'. Like Kanye, Pi'erre is defining the sound of his generation, launching careers of artists, whilst at the same time building his own loyal fanbase. DJ Semtex caught up with the man of himself to discuss the life and times of Pi'erre Bourne.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

DAN RUNCIE: The Business Of Hip Hop Aug 30, 2021

Show notes

The business of Hip Hop is as important as the music. Every other day rappers / creative entrepreneurs like Jay-Z, Nas, Kanye West, Drake,Travis Scott, Tyler the Creator, etc. are launching a clothing line, beverage, cannabis strain, crypto initiative, or other creative partnerships with industries outside of music. These initiatives are financially lucrative, but also influence popular culture, and our everyday lifestyles as much as a hit single. Dan Runcie is the founder of Trapital, a podcast and newsletter that captures the latest news within the business of Hip Hop. Moments prior to the surprise releasee of Kanye West's Donda album, DJ Semtex caught up with Dan Runcie to discuss the head to head competition between Kanye and Drake, Diddy's shift from music to alcohol, the investment portfolios of Jay-z and Nas, how Rihanna became a billionaire, what's next for Kendrick lamar, NFTs, and loads more.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected