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Hip Hop Raised Me

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The 'Hip Hop Raised Me' podcast is hosted by DJ Semtex and features the artists that define the culture; from the hottest new rappers to the pioneering legends that paved the way. It is a ce...

Episodes

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Unveiling the Unheard Stories: Draptomaniax Uncovers the Hidden Beats of History

From Dean of Black Twitter, Michael Harriot comes a Black history podcast like you've never heard before. Using a recipe that includes detai...

2:45Jul 11, 2023

THE BEST OF HIP HOP RAISED ME

For the final episode of this season, DJ Semtex looks back at some of the key moments; From Public Enemy's Chuck D fighting the power, Ghett...

47:59Jan 3, 2022

ALPHA 23: DJ Semtex Wraps Up 2021 With Atlanta Rapper Alpha 23

For the last episode of the season, and the year, DJ Semtex wraps up 2021 with Atlanta rapper Alpha 23 to talk about Hip Hop's impact in the...

132:38Dec 27, 2021

ALLAN KINGDOM: Art Is The Utility.

You’ve been rocking with Allan Kingdom since he collaborated with Kanye West on the legendary club banger ‘All Day’. Several years later he...

52:38Dec 20, 2021

HALEEK MAUL: This Is All Experimentation Around Internet Sold Property & Ownership, And How The Fan & Artist Relationship Can Become Deeper.

While we are all getting our heads around the concept of the metaverse, Web 3.0, and NFTS. Many artists are embracing these new advances in...

47:04Dec 13, 2021

KIDEIGHT: It’s Not About Me, it’s About What I Do.

Artwork is as important as the actual music. It tells the story behind an artists body of work, trends, genres, and reinforces the culture....

63:57Dec 6, 2021

BLAQBONEZ: I Am Just Going To Go On My Own Path, Make My Kind Of Music & See Where That Takes Me,

There's a lot happening in the world of Hip Hop right now. So DJ Semtex caught up with BlaqBones, the self proclaimed 'Best Rapper in Africa...

49:39Nov 29, 2021

JID: Coming Into A Full Circle Moment, I Think This Gonna Be Like The Best Project My Fans Ever Heard!

Lyricism matters. Real Rap is as important as it ever was. In an era of commercial watered down microwave music, labels such as J Cole's Dre...

40:43Nov 22, 2021

SPOTTIE WIFI: I'm The First Best And Only Crypto Punk Rapper In The History Of The Universe.

Spottie Wifi is the worlds first ever, and only Crypto Punk Rapper who recently sold 2000 NFT albums at $96 each. His very existence is grou...

57:44Nov 15, 2021

ROBERT GREENE: That’s The Ultimate Form Of Power To Me - That You Are Someone Who Is Irreplaceable In This World.

Lil Kim once said "First you get the money, then you get the power...". Many artists such as Kanye West, Nas, J Cole, and Curren$y have drop...

48:16Nov 8, 2021

Show Dem Camp: Everything You Create Needs To Be A Moment.

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...

73:37Nov 1, 2021

COZZ: Music Saved My Life.

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...

36:40Oct 25, 2021

WALE: Heavy On The Gratitude.

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....

39:30Oct 18, 2021

MAXO KREAM: I Can Do A Song With Anybody. Ain't Nobody I Can't Do A Song With.

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...

37:47Oct 11, 2021

SARKODIE: I Believe In Process and Pace

He is a living legend, a giant within African Rap. Internationally known, and highly revered within his homeland Ghana, Sarkodie's name ring...

39:41Oct 4, 2021

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

There is no doubt that Nipsey Hussle is sorely missed by his family, friends, and fans. The rapper, activist, and entrepreneur passed away M...

57:11Sep 27, 2021

STRICK: The Secret Is Being Yourself.

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...

55:17Sep 20, 2021

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

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 brilli...

37:37Sep 13, 2021

PI'ERRE BOURNE: Strategise, Plan & Execute!

Pi'erre Bourne has a relentless hustle. His mantra is to "Strategise, Plan, and Execute ", which is why he is already a highly successful pr...

48:02Sep 6, 2021

DAN RUNCIE: The Business Of Hip Hop

The business of Hip Hop is as important as the music. Every other day rappers / creative entrepreneurs like Jay-Z, Nas, Kanye West, Drake,Tr...

75:45Aug 30, 2021