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    Some Thoughts About 2017 (And 2017 Favorite Lists)

    Some Thoughts About 2017 (And 2017 Favorite Lists)

    2017 was supposed to be an incredible year for Arizona’s hip hop music scene. It was a really, really, really, really, good year but it did not reach incredible. Sure certain artists blew up but overall the scene did not. Trinidad Cardona’s Jennifer video did 10 millions views. Injury Reserve and Futuristic continue to harbor national attention. Trap House and Isaiah garnered the eyes of a worldwide audience because of their feel good story and music. Odd Sqaud Family’s vide
    FloCast Ep 62 w/ Pike Romero

    FloCast Ep 62 w/ Pike Romero

    Pike Romero knows more about Arizona hip hop than most, which makes him the perfect director for the Tucson Hip Hop Festival. Along with a solid team, Pike puts together the best Arizona hip hop festival each year. PdotD took a trip down to Tucson and spoke with Pike about the Festival, Arizona rap, favorite female emcees all time, and a bunch of other hip hop ish. And Pike knows his shit. He's managed and gone on tour with Lando Chill, Jivin Scientists, and Jabee. He's a pro
    Geeked on Rap Ep 3 - Favorite Tracks of 2017

    Geeked on Rap Ep 3 - Favorite Tracks of 2017

    A podcast about all things dope and wack in hip hop in 2017 and some ideas about what'll happen next year. This podcast is for those who think Migos and Joe Budden are hip hop and don't fucking care that rappers mumble words. So old, dusty heads talking Rakim as the God emcee and no one else, stay out. We also don't include any Post Malone as the best 2017 had to offer. We just don't. No hate, but he doesn't deserve it. Listen, subscribe, share, and let us know what you think
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