Audible Originals rolls out the Hip-Hop 50 slate with some heavy hitters. Starting in June, we’ll be launching shows hosted by audio storytelling companies. Yassin Bay (Words + Music: yasiin bey: a dynamic career in communication), snoop dog (Words + Music: From Snoop Dogg’s Streets to Sweets) lil kim (Words + Music: Lil’ Kim), Chuck D. (can you dig it?) and DJdrama (DJ Drama Presents: Gangsta Grillz).
Snoop’s is the first release in Audible’s new hip-hop slate, which premieres June 15 words + musicthe West Coast rap icon “reflects his journey of growth from the streets of Long Beach to the world and his decision to pursue love and life over death and destruction”. and hip-hop band 1500 or Nothin’ helped record Snoop’s biggest hits, including “Nuthin But a G Thang,” “Gin and Juice,” “Beautiful,” and “Drop It Like It’s Hot.” To do.
July 7th, Bey debuts A dynamic career in communicationsas well as Snoop, Brooklynian “takes the listener on a journey that touches on his Brooklyn origins, faith and spirituality, as well as his creative inspirations and influences”. , “Priority,” “Revelations,” and “Hip Hop,” Half of Black Star takes fans on a journey through his 30-year rap career.
Produced by Issa Rae’s Raedio, Lil’ Kim also contributes her own songs. words + music “The Queen Bee” talks about being “a fundamental figure in the evolution of hip-hop over 20 years.” Produced by Kenya Barris and Karabo Inc. Society, the ‘King of the Mixtape’ DJ Drama features occasional collaborators Lil Wayne and Tyler, The Creator. DJ Drama Presents: Gangsta Grillzaddressing his dynamic reign in the mixtape industry.
Finally, on August 10th, the day before hip-hop’s birthday, Chuck D’s Can You Dig It? takes listeners on a “journey back to the historic Hoe Avenue Gang Peace Treaty signed in the South Bronx in 1971.” This moment set the tone for hip-hop to emerge from the Bronx, forever changing the landscape of music and pop culture.
Participating in the Audible Originals program is The Greatest Day: The Epic Story Behind Hip-Hop’s Most Iconic Photosnarrated by the former XXL With Editor-in-Chief Sheena Lester The Motherlode: 100+ Women Who Created Hip-Hopby author and music journalist Clover Hope.
“Hip-hop has left an indelible imprint on music and culture since its inception. From the emergence of DJs to innovation and creative artistry in sampling, dance styles, fashion, audio technology, and more, everything from ,” said Rachel Giazza, EVP and head of US content at Audible. “Audible is proud to celebrate such an incredible cultural impact with a new line-up of originals that enhances and commemorates his 50-year history in this iconic genre.”
