The Hip Hop Lounge

The Hip Hop Lounge is an internet radio station founded in 1999 that is dedicated to the culture and sound of classic hip hop, evoking the genre's golden era. The station, which began broadcasting in 2001, is directed by founding DJ and Program Director DJ Watts and features a lineup of resident DJs including Teddy Rockspin, DJ AZteca, and Mr CHOE. Listeners can tune in to hear a mix focused on authentic sounds and can listen live from the station's website, immersing themselves in a curated experience built on decades of passion for the music.

The station's programming includes dedicated shows such as Mr CHOE's Friday residency, which airs from 1 to 4 PM PST. The DJs bring diverse backgrounds and styles, from DJ AZteca's Southwest funk to Teddy Rockspin's versatile mixes across genres. The Hip Hop Lounge operates as an officially licensed broadcaster in the USA, Canada, and the UK, ensuring compliance with music royalty organizations. Fans can easily stream online to hear these shows and enjoy the station's commitment to playing what it considers the best in classic hip hop.

With a history that includes listener nominations for best internet hip hop station in its early years, The Hip Hop Lounge continues its long-running broadcast. The station provides a consistent outlet for the music and culture, accessible worldwide through its live streaming service. This allows a community of loyal listeners to connect with the beats and rhythms that define the station's identity. To join this community and experience the programming, you can listen radio online via the station's official stream.