Sounds From The Underground: Hip Hop Lifestyle & Marketing Podcast from Insomniac Magazine

Long time Hip Hip radio hosts, editors and tastemakers, Israel "Iz-Real" Vasquetelle and Kevin Keith recommend not so known Hip Hop tracks from past decades to help broaden your knowledge base on the genre's rich history. 

On this episode of the “Sounds from the Underground” podcast, we hear from a handful of artists and producers from around the globe who share their Hip Hop inspirations and provide insight into some of their marketing efforts. Israel Vasquetelle and Kevin Keith discuss takeaways on branding and creativity from each of these Hip Hop talents. Featured artisans include: FalconCrest, Ecto-84, Mic Bles, Onaje Jordan, and Russell Flow (P.O.A.). 

There's plenty of insight to be gleaned by upcoming artists from Hip Hop's rich history. On this episode, Israel Vasquetelle and Kevin Keith share some examples of impactful artists and lessons that can be learned from their fine tuned brands. Despite all of the changes in the music industry, there are still many gems to be unearthed from the culture's earlier years. Aspiring emcees, DJs and producers should take the time to not only hone in on their craft, but also dig into world of those who've stood the test of time and in some cases helped shape the legacy of the genre. 

On this episode of Insomniac Magazine's "Sounds from the Underground" podcast, Israel Vasquetelle speaks with producer, filmmaker and artist David "C-Doc" Snyder on an array of relevant Hip Hop music industry topics. As president of the Chuck D founded Spit Slam Label Group, C-Doc discusses the enterprise's rich history, including its initial roots stemming from the 20+ year old legacy of Slam Jamz Records. The talented creative and Hip Hop practitioner provides insight into his foray in Hip Hop, working with Chuck D on a variety of projects, media development and the backstory on his crew The Impossebulls. This episode provides a wealth of information from an incredible industry insider and an ahead of its time label built to empower authentic Hip Hop creators. Hit play and dig into the interview. 

On this episode, emcee, educator and luminary Jahi shares his story in Hip Hop. The talented artist provides insight into his creative accomplishments with PE 2.0 and his impactful work with the African American Male Achievement program, which empowers youth in public schools of Oakland. Jahi also provides a distinct perspective into collaborating with the incredible Chuck D and working with the SpitSlam Label Group. 

Take time to absorb this impressive Hip Hop artist's powerful story which is filled with inspiration and lessons to uplift the community and beyond. 

Hip Hop producer PF Cuttin' delves into 20+ years of experience in the music industry. This includes first signing with major label Mercury Records as 1/2 of the group Blahzay Blahzay to doing his own thing as an independent producer and international DJ. He shares insight into working with the amazing late great Hip Hop icon Sean Price and his recent work with the lyrical giant O.C. Take a trip to East New York to gain a wealth of Hip Hop knowledge on this episode of Insomniac Magazine's podcast "Sounds from the Underground." 

Hip Hop veteran El Da Sensei discusses his near 30 year span in the music industry. He shares insight on his foray into the industry with the groundbreaking group Artifacts during the early '90s, and a career that has kept him making music while keeping true to the Hip Hop culture for nearly three decades. He speaks with Israel Vasquetelle about working with a variety of record labels, collaborating and touring throughout the world. There's a wealth of knowledge imparted in this episode of Insomniac Magazine's "Sounds from the Underground" podcast. 

Nine has one of the most distinctive voices and deliveries in Hip Hop. In this interview with Insomniac Magazine, the veteran emcee shares insight from his incredible three decade long journey in the music industry. 

Hip Hop staple emcee Sadat X and member of the legendary Brand Nubian shares insight with Israel Vasquetelle about longevity in the music industry and other distinctive perspectives from his impressive career. 

On this episode, Knowledge the Pirate shares his incredible journey in the Hip Hop music industry which stems back to the early '90s working with Teddy Riley, Will Smith, and being signed to Interscope, yet not releasing an album until 2018.