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

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

Author: DJ Semtex December 6, 2021 Duration: 1:03:57
Artwork is as important as the actual music. It tells the story behind an artists body of work, trends, genres, and reinforces the culture. KidEight is a digital artist who has created some of the most iconic logos and artwork for some of the biggest Hip Hop artists. Earlier this year he made the transition from taking client work to focus on launching his own brands of Hip Hop influenced artistry across web 3.0 platforms. Trailblazing new ways of distributing art across blockchains, building communities, and inspiring new generations of creatives. DJ Semtex connected with KidEight for the full story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosted by the renowned DJ Semtex, Hip Hop Raised Me digs deep into the stories of the people who built this global movement. This isn't just a series of interviews; it's a series of conversations that feel like late-night studio sessions, where the walls come down and real stories come out. You'll hear from the pioneering legends who laid the very foundation, getting the untold backstory on classic moments and industry shifts. At the same time, the podcast consistently makes space for the most vital new voices, the rappers and producers currently shaping the sound and the conversation. What ties it all together is a genuine, lifelong passion for the culture in all its forms-the beats, the lyrics, the fashion, and the undeniable impact. Tuning in, you get a sense of history being documented in real time, understanding how the past informs the present. Each episode is a celebration of a living, breathing art form that constantly evolves while staying true to its roots. For anyone who feels a personal connection to the rhythm and the rhyme, this podcast offers a direct line to the source.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Hip Hop Raised Me
Podcast Episodes
COZZ: Music Saved My Life. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:40
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 Ken…
WALE: Heavy On The Gratitude. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:30
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 anticipatio…
SARKODIE: I Believe In Process and Pace [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:41
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 discu…
STRICK: The Secret Is Being Yourself. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:17
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 Cud…
PI'ERRE BOURNE: Strategise, Plan & Execute! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:02
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 simi…
DAN RUNCIE: The Business Of Hip Hop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:45
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, can…