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Following Britain's historic decision to leave the European Union yesterday, a number of socially conscious hip hop artists posted their concerns to social media.

British citizens voted in favor of leaving the European Union yesterday, in a move that shocked many and is generally seen as a victory for isolationist Conservatism. The consequences of the vote to leave, generally referred to as "#Brexit" online, are already being felt: the value of the British pound experienced a historic plummet in value following the vote, and politicians from Scotland, which voted overwhelming to remain in the EU, are already discussing options to leave the now independent UK.

London-based rapper Konan 

Solomon “Jumbo” David is getting ready to hit the stage at The Fox Theatre in Boulder, Colorado. Along with his tour partners, Blackalicious and Latyrx’s Lateef the Truthspeaker, the Portland-based emcee’s explosive performance perfectly encapsulates the passion his has for his craft and hip-hop culture. As a member of the Lifesavas, he’s built a reputable career of his own and is grateful for every day he gets to get on a mic, which as of late, is quite frequently. 

Currently overseas continuing his run with the Quannum Projects family, Jumbo is witnessing the upheaval in the United Kingdom since the country announced its succession from the European Union (EU). While it’s frustrating and scary, and could have a profound effect on the

Hip Hop God, Craig G., out with his new album I Rap And Go Home, sat down to talk with RAPstation a bit about his new album and his career in general. Former Juice Crew member, Craig G. came from Queensbridge, New York, and has been rapping for what seems like his whole life. At a young age, he began working with Marley Marl of the Juice Crew and went on to where he is at today, still making music as a solo artist. 

RAPstation (Kianna Woods) How did you get started with the Juice Crew?

That story is actually not as exciting as a motion picture but how I started with the Juice Crew was I had the good fortune, basically, of living in Marley Marl’s building in Queensbridge. I used to harass him constant

A collection of significant articles, artwork and items of hip hop culture will soon be accessible to the public in 2017. The Universal Hip Hop Museum (UHHM) is planned to be located at the Old Bronx courthouse, a block away from where chief curator, Claude “Paradise” Gray went to high school. The UHHM president Rocky Bucano and Gray have had a long work history together, joining forces in the 80’s. Both Bucano and Gray bring valuable knowledge of the hip hop scene, Bucano ran a successful hip hop label in NYC and Gray developed himself in different areas of hip hop including rapping, dancing, journalism, and as a casting director.

The content of the Universal Hip-Hop Museum will showcase a collection of old f

Every so often, hip hop is gifted with a landmark album that challenges the status quo and forever alters the trajectory of the art form.  Rather then fall in step with the norms of the time, these albums eschew the immobilizing tendency towards stagnation and push the boundaries of what can be done within the genre.  One such album that fans and critics universally regard as a genre transforming classic is Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt.

Given Jay-Z's current status as a giant of popular culture, its interesting to examine the music he released before he rose to these meteoric heights.  Reasonable Doubt captures Jay-Z at an intimately raw juncture; the music exudes a brooding darkness that stands in contrast to the glossy sheen radiating fro

Long Beach rapper Vince Staples has made quite the name for himself this past year.  In 2015, he not only secured himself a position in XXL's Freshman Class, but he also released his debut album, Summertime 06, to widespread acclaim.  With the production responsibilities largely being held down by No ID and Clams Casino, the album offered listeners a sonic coming of age tale couched between atmospheric production and Vince Staples' intelligent, street-savvy rapping.

Now that he's earned himself a spot at the forefront of hip hop music, Vince Staples is using his position to launch a program that will help give back his hometown.  On Tuesday, Staples and Long Beach Ninth District Councilman Rex Richardson introduced the Youth Institute in North Long B