15. Why? (Plus Fatboi Sharif & Kool Keith)

15. Why? (Plus Fatboi Sharif & Kool Keith)

Author: Extraordinary Rap March 16, 2022 Duration: 1:14:53

We're joined by Why? (of anticon) for a full-length interview, plus a quick talk with Fatboi Sharif about he and Lonesword's new project, Cyber City Society, and our resident seer Kool Keith is back with your horoscopes.

Music Recommendations:
Cities Aviv: Man Plays The Horn
https://citiesaviv.bandcamp.com/album/man-plays-the-horn
Vritra: Void
https://audius.co/vritra322/album/void-93125
MC Yallah x Debmaster: Kubali
https://hakunakulala.bandcamp.com/album/kubali
Scotch Rolex: Tewari
https://hakunakulala.bandcamp.com/album/tewari

Guest correspondent: Beverly Fresh

Patreon bonus materials:
• 3 live Why? songs (2009)
• More Why? & Fatboi Sharif interviews
[http://patreon.com/weirdrap]

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Dive into the depths of hip-hop with Extraordinary Rap Podcast, where host Th' Mole applies his veteran perspective as a rapper, producer, and performer to map the genre's most uncharted territories. This isn't a surface-level review of hits; it's a dedicated exploration of rap's avant-garde, the sonic experiments that push boundaries, and the enigmatic figures who operate outside the mainstream. Each episode functions as an audio documentary, investigating both contemporary innovators and overlooked pioneers to uncover the profound beauty and intricate complexities within their work. You'll hear detailed analysis of artistic choices, the stories behind unconventional sounds, and conversations that get to the heart of what makes this music so compellingly unique. The Extraordinary Rap Podcast serves as a central hub for this ongoing investigation, extending from the audio itself into an independent label and media presence, all committed to celebrating hip-hop's endless capacity for surprise. Tune in for a thoughtful, insider's journey into the corners of the culture where creativity knows no rules, documenting the mysterious manifestations that keep the genre perpetually evolving.
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