First Look: Sacha Jenkins’ Word Is Bond
by: Michael Shields Across the Margin introduces you to the new documentary Word is Bond, which explores “the transformative power of lyrics in the world…
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The Best Albums of 2017, Albums 20 – 11
Across the Margin continues its rollout of the Best Albums of 2017 with albums 20 – 11… Catch up with the countdown, Albums 30 –…
The Best Albums of 2017, Albums 40 – 31
Across the Margin continues its rollout of the Best Albums of 2017 with albums 40 – 31… Catch up with the countdown, Albums 50 –…
Remembering Prodigy
Remembering the late, great hip-hop artist Prodigy, one-half of Mobb Deep, through four essential tracks… by: Maggie Sachson “Have you ever lost a loved one?…
Across The Margin : The Podcast — Ras Kass & El Gant (The Jamo Gang Interview)
Across The Margin : The Podcast spends time with not one, but two, incredibly talented and socially conscious emcees, Ras Kass and El Gant (of…
The Best Songs of 2017 (So Far)
by: Michael Shields and Chris Thompson Across the Margin takes stock of the status of music in 2017, stopping at the midway point to offer…
Across The Margin : The Podcast — DJ Trackstar of Run the Jewels
Across The Margin : The Podcast delves into hip-hop, turntablism, and the phenomenon that is Run the Jewels with DJ Trackstar… Available on iTunes now!…
Across The Margin : The Podcast — The Art of Battle Rap with Iron Solomon
Across the Margin : The Podcast returns with another in-depth episode, this one offering a rare glimpse into the cultural phenomenon that is Battle Rap…….
Mega Philosophy: Reviewed
One of hip-hop’s elder statesmen campaigns for his culture, striving for truth through lyricism…. by: Douglas Grant Opinions differ when the discussion of the state…
It’s Alive
A look at Killer Mike’s new album, R.A.P. Music. A modern day classic… by: Michael Shields I hear, often, people wondering where all the hip…