“I like beautiful melodies telling me terrible things.” ~ Tom Waits

Hip-Hop has always been a voice of struggle, reality, resilience & brilliance! Episode 257 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive continues to prove that real hip-hop radio is very much alive and has a new home. Episode streaming now!

Special musical birthday tribute to the legend and goddess on the mic, MC Lyte. Furthermore, a musical tribute to the legend and lyrical titan C.L. Smooth.

Artist of the Month (Oct. ‘26): The Musalini

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“Every season is one of becoming, but not always one of blooming. Be gracious with your ever-evolving self.” ~ B. Oakman

I’m continuing to grind and put my all into this platform. Each show I’m getting closer… Episode 256 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now!

Artist of the Month (Oct ‘26): The Musalini

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“The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.” ~ Ernest Hemingway

Hip-hop has always been a place for the seen but never heard people, to be heard how they choose. Resilience turned into artistic brilliance! Episode 255 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

Musical birthday tribute to hip-hop pioneer and Queen’s NY’s finest Mic Geronimo.

Artist of the Month (September ‘26): RJ Payne

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“A star does not compete with other stars around it, it just shines.” ~ Matshona Dhliwayo

One show stands alone, blending the best of new underground hip-hop music with classic music from all eras. Episode 254 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

A special musical birthday tribute to the man, the myth, the legend, Nas. Also, a tribute to West Coast hall-of Famer Xzibit. A posthumous tribute to the late great battle rap aficionado Pumpkinhead, a stalwart in the underground.

Artist of the Month (Sept. ‘26): RJ Payne

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“The love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

Curating musical works of art to become a work of art, a beautiful sonic voyage out of this world, is the mission of every show. Episode 253 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

Special musical birthday tribute to the great producer Khrysis from The Away Team & Justus League. Posthumous tribute to the late great Eazy-E.

Artist of the Month (September ‘26): RJ Payne

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“Nothing is impossible. The word itself says, I’m possible!” ~ Audrey Hepburn

I was told real hip-hop radio couldn’t find prominence again, similar to the 90’s. Oh yeah… hold my beer, I got this! Episode 252 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive is streaming now.

Artist of the Month (September ‘26): RJ Payne

Musical Tributes: DJ Mighty Mi of The High & Mighty & the legends 8Ball & MJG

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“From the U.S. to the White cliffs of Dover, strictly underground funk, keep the crossover.” ~ Parrish Smith

Only one hip-hop show gives you The Realness in hip-hop music, no filler, no fluff, no crossing over. The best of old school mixed with new for a blend unmatched in music shows today. A special musical birthday tribute to the great Fat Joe and a posthumous tribute to the lyrical legend KA Brownsville. Episode 251 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive is streaming now.

Artist of the Month (August ‘26): Rome Streetz

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“You will burn, and you will burn out; you will be healed and come back again.” ~ Fyodor Dostoevsky

I’m so proud to announce Episode 250 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive is streaming now. The best in real hip-hop music has risen again from the ashes like a flaming Phoenix, even better than before!

Special musical birthday tribute to the legend KRS-One, a posthumous tribute to the fallen great Nipsey Hussle. Furthermore, a special R.I.P. musical tribute to the legend Sean Price.

Artist of the Month (August ‘26): Rome Streetz

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“One does not discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time.” ~ Andre Gide

I’m marauding for ears every show, Hip-hop radio’s new captain is here. Episode 249 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now!

Artist of the month (August ‘26): Rome Streetz

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“We can do more for the people if they are not aware of what we are trying to do.” ~ Anonymous

This musical journey has me on the path like a secret agent of hip-hop radio. Working in the shadows. Episode 248 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

Special musical birthday tributes to the legends Kool G Rap & posthumous tribute to Guru of Gang Starr. Also, a special musical birthday tribute to the legend and the “Godfather of Funk” George Clinton.

Artist of the Month (July ‘26): Ransom

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“A painter paints his pictures on canvas. But musicians paint their pictures on silence. We provide the music, and you provide the silence. ~ Leopold Stokowski

As a curator of hip-hop. I consider myself a maestro of music. It is said, “A true maestro shapes not just notes, but the hearts of the listener, leading through both quiet vulnerability & bold expression.” ~ Anonymous

Episode 247 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. Special musical birthday tributes to underground mainstays & legends ILL Bill & Mickey Factz. Posthumous tribute to the late great MF Doom.

Artist of the Month (July ‘26): Ransom

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“Every fame has a foundation.” ~ African Proverb

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The future will tell that my time started now. Only one platform blends new traditional hip-hop with classics from all eras. Hip-Hop radio is back better than ever. Episode 246 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

Artist of the Month (July ‘26): Ransom

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

This show doesn’t fit into the mainstream media’s definition of what hip-hop radio should sound like now. This is a one-of-a-kind platform serving up the best present day traditional hip-hop music blended with classic songs from all eras. I found my calling, radio never sounded so good! Episode 245 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. A very special musical birthday tribute to the legend The RZA of Wu-Tang Clan. A tribute to his production involvement with all the Clan’s 9 members, as well as present day artists. It’s a mini tribute to Wu-Tang Clan.

Artist of Month (July ‘26): Ransom

“Last night I lost the world and gained the universe.” ~ C. JoyBell C.

“The measure of a man is what he does with power.” ~ Plato

What I weld with this platform, the hip-hop game, has been desperately missing. Hip-Hop Radio has a new champion of sound to display the real music & real emcees pushing the culture forward. Episode 244 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. Special musical birthday tributes to the legends DJ Scratch & Pete Rock. Posthumous birthday tribute to the late great 2Pac.

Artist of the Month (June ‘26): Planet Asia

“If it doesn’t take your breath away; make a bigger wish.” ~ Unknown

Your wishes for real hip-hop music to return to the airwaves accessible to everyone. Look no further, your wish is my command. Episode 243 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. Special musical birthday tributes to the legends Ice Cube & J-Ro of Tha Alkaholiks.

Artist of the Month (June ‘26): Planet Asia

“Every champion was once a contender that refused to give up.” ~ Rocky Balboa

Hip-hop radio has a changing of the guard brewing. Stay tuned… Episode 242 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. Special musical birthday tribute to the great Freddie Gibbs.

Artist of the Month (June ‘26): Planet Asia

“Genius is one percent inspiration, ninety-nine percent perspiration.” ~Thomas Edison

Whatever your passion or craft, you have to work at it every day. Make no mistake, I’m on the grind. Hip-Hop radio has a new champion for the underground. Episode 241 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now.

Special musical birthday tribute to the legend and 2026 Grammy award winner Skillz, formerly known as Mad Skillz.

Artist of the Month (June ‘26): Planet Asia

“Pessimists calculate the odds. Optimists believe they can overcome them.” ~ Ted Koppel

Hip-hop radio has a new champion of sound. Episode 240 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive streaming now. Special musical birthday tributes to the legends Andre 3000, Jadakiss & Lauryn Hill.

Artist of the Month (June ‘26): Planet Asia

“We need to have a taste factor in our life.” It isn’t about what’s popular; it’s about what’s really good.” ~Robbie Robertson

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The best music is hip-hop isn’t being played mainstream. That music is out here & on display each and every week. Don’t be late to the party! Only one show is paying it forward the right way. Episode 239 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive recognizes with musical tributes the birthdays of three legends born in the month of May. Busta Rhymes, Havoc of Mobb Deep and The Notorious B.I.G. Furthermore, continuing to recognize Boldy James as the artist of the month. Episode is streaming now!

“In a world obsessed with noise, be the calm storm.” ~Anonymous

One show stands alone blending new hip-hop music with classics. Episode 238 of Real Hip-Hop Is Alive pays musical tributes to three legendary emcees celebrating birthdays this month of May. Ghostface Killah of Wu-Tang Clan, Parish Smith aka PMD of EPMD & Pusha T of the Clipse. Episode is streaming now!

Artist of the Month (May ‘26): Boldy James