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🚨 WE’RE LIVE TONIGHT! 🚨

Before YouTube, podcasts and social media, platforms like Rap City, 106 & Park, Video Music Box, Yo! MTV Raps, The Source and Hot 97 helped shape hip-hop culture.

Tonight, we’re breaking down their impact, revisiting legendary moments and revealing my Top 10 lists for:

🎤 Rap City freestyles
🔥 Freestyle Friday competitors
📻 Radio freestyles

Which platform had the biggest impact on hip-hop?

📅 Tonight — 10/22
⏰ 7 PM Pacific
📺 YouTube: @hiphopraisedme-ug1pt

Pull up and join the conversation!

#HipHopRaisedMe #HipHopCulture #RapCity #106AndPark #VideoMusicBox YoMTVRaps TheSource Hot97 HipHopHistory YouTubeLive

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🔥🦋 IN THE MIXX WITH TWIXX IS GOING DEEP! 🦋🔥

🎙️ WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 ⏰ 7 PM PACIFIC | 10 PM EASTERN
🌆 NEW YORK CITY’S OWN — Z SOUL @z_soul88
🎶✨ Artist Manager @bosssasssysassykia38__

This Wednesday, we’re sitting down with an INDIE artist whose name says it all… Z SOUL! 🖤🎤
We’re digging DEEP into the soul behind the artist—the REASON, the PURPOSE, the GOALS, and the MUSIC that fuels his journey. 🙌🏾🔥
But there’s more to the artistry than what happens behind the mic. Fitness, discipline, conditioning, and taking care of the vessel are all part of being prepared to perform and give your audience EVERYTHING you’ve got! 💪🏾🎤🔥
And if you want to experience a piece of Z Soul’s artistry right now, his video for “I NEED YOU” is OUT NOW on YouTube! 🎬🎶

🎙️ IN THE MIXX WITH TWIXX looks forward to having this conversation with such a SOULFUL ARTIST as we go beyond the music and get to the heart of WHO Z SOUL IS and WHY HE DOES WHAT HE DOES.
🦋 THE SOUL. THE STORY. THE MUSIC. THE MISSION.
Come be part of the conversation!
 💬 JOIN US IN THE CHAT! 🔥 Ask questions 🔥 Show love 🔥 Tap in 🔥 Support INDIE MUSIC

WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 9 🕖 7 PM PST | 🕙 10 PM EST
📍 IN THE MIXX WITH TWIXX 🏠 HOME OF EVERYTHING INDIE — TMP VILLAGE
Z SOUL… WE’RE READY TO DIG DEEP! 🖤🦋🎶

#InTheMixWithTwixx #ZSoul #ZSoulMusic #INeedYou #IndieArtist IndieMusic NYCArtist NewYorkMusic SoulfulMusic IndieMusicScene TMPVillage TwixxMixxProductions MusicAndFitness ArtistJourney SupportIndieArtists HomeOfEverythingIndie 🦋

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I went back to NO and got to see the fam ………. Always remember family is who chooses you not what you were birthed into ……. Let’s slide out everywhere

Producer : @showtimedon

#instagood #fyp #explorepage #god

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🔥 HIP-HOP DEBATE 🔥

DJ Clue – "Fantastic 4 Pt. 1" vs. "Fantastic 4 Pt. 2"

Two legendary East Coast posse cuts. Two all-star lineups. One debate.

Fantastic 4 Pt. 1

🎤 Canibus
🎤 Cam'ron
🎤 Noreaga
🎤 Big Pun
🎤 Nature

VS.

Fantastic 4 Pt. 2

🎤 The LOX (Jadakiss, Styles P & Sheek Louch)
🎤 Cam'ron
🎤 Nature
🎤 Fabolous

Both records represent an era when rappers weren't chasing streams—they were chasing the best verse. Every MC stepped in the booth with something to prove, and getting out-rapped on a DJ Clue posse cut wasn't an option.

Let's settle it:

🎙️ Which lineup is stronger? 🎙️ Which beat hits harder? 🎙️ Which record has better chemistry from beginning to end? 🎙️ Who had the best individual verse? 🎙️ Which track has aged better? 🎙️ If you could only keep one in your playlist, which one are you choosing?

No wrong answers—just bring your hip-hop knowledge and defend your pick in the comments.

#HipHopDebate #DJClue #Fantastic4 #TheLOX #Canibus BigPun Camron Fabolous Nature Noreaga HipHopRaisedMe CultureReferee EastCoastHipHop PosseCuts

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Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda had to combine their catalogs just to stand across from Memphis Bleek—and Bleek still won the 20-round matchup 16–4.

That should tell you everything.

Bleek came into the battle with solo records, Roc-A-Fella classics, Jay-Z collaborations and legendary posse cuts. Records like “Is That Your Chick,” “Round Here,” “Like That,” “My Mind Right,” “Coming of Age,” “1-900-Hustler” and “You, Me, Him and Her” gave him too much firepower.

Tony Yayo has G-Unit history and “So Seductive.” Uncle Murda has street records, longevity and the “Rap Up” series. Both deserve respect—but their combined catalog still doesn’t erase what Memphis Bleek accomplished during Roc-A-Fella’s prime.

Bleek wasn’t just Jay-Z’s hype man. He released four major-label albums, toured the world, contributed to classic records and represented one of the greatest movements in hip-hop history.

Stop acting like Memphis Bleek didn’t have a real career.

Final score: Memphis Bleek 16 — Tony Yayo and Uncle Murda 4.

Did we score it correctly, or are Yayo and Murda taking more rounds?

#MemphisBleek #TonyYayo #UncleMurda #RocAFella #GUnit Verzuz HipHopDebate HipHopHistory CultureReferee HipHopRaisedMe

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I talk about God a lot and don’t plan on stopping…….. that’s what’s important … not the cars, money, and clothes. God wants us to enjoy them but not idolize. I hope you will be ready when that seventh horn sound off 🎺🎺🎺

Producer : @showtimedon

#instagood #fyp #explorepage✨ #god #rapture

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What were the first 5 rap albums you ever purchased, and how old were you? 💿🔥

Mine were:

Memphis Bleek — Coming of Age

Snoop Dogg — No Limit Top Dogg

Trick Daddy — Book of Thugs

Juvenile — Tha G-Code

Nelly — Country Grammar

I was around 9 or 10 years old.

And we’re not counting burned CDs 😂

Drop your first five and your age in the comments ⬇️

#HipHopRaisedMe #HipHopCulture #RapAlbums #HipHopDiscussion #MusicMemories ClassicHipHop

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🔥 Could Snoop Dogg pull off a 3-night stadium run like Jay-Z?

The catalog is definitely deep enough—and each night could represent a completely different chapter of his career:

🔵 Night 1: Doggystyle / Death Row Era
The classic West Coast records that made Snoop an icon. “Who Am I?,” “Gin and Juice,” “Murder Was the Case,” “Tha Shiznit,” “Ain’t No Fun,” plus Dr. Dre collaborations.

🟢 Night 2: The Last Meal / No Limit Era
The reinvention years. “Bitch Please,” “Down 4 My N’s,” “Lay Low,” “Woof!,” “Wrong Idea,” “Buck ’Em” and more.

🟣 Night 3: Rhythm & Gangsta / Global Hits Era
The superstar crossover night. “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” “Beautiful,” “Signs,” “Sensual Seduction,” “Young, Wild & Free” and his biggest global records.

Snoop has the eras, hits, features, guests and longevity to make every night feel different.

Which night are you going to—and what other hip-hop artist could do three stadium nights like Jay-Z did? 👀

#SnoopDogg #JayZ #HipHop #WestCoastHipHop #DeathRowRecords NoLimitRecords Doggystyle HipHopDebate RapCulture HipHopRaisedMe

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🌆🔥 CHICAGO MC SKILL RANKINGS 🔥🌆

Chicago has given hip-hop some of its most gifted lyricists, innovators, and street storytellers.

From conscious rap and lyrical excellence to drill music and chart-topping stars, the Windy City has left a permanent mark on the culture.

Every artist is evaluated across 10 essential MC skills:

🎯 Storytelling
🎯 Wordplay
🎯 Punchlines
🎯 Metaphors & Similes
🎯 Rhyme Schemes
🎯 Flow & Cadence
🎯 Songwriting
🎯 Creativity
🎯 Delivery
🎯 Consistency

Featuring rankings for Common, Lupe Fiasco, Kanye West, Twista, Chief Keef, G Herbo, Lil Durk, King Von, Polo G, Juice WRLD, Chance the Rapper, Da Brat, Crucial Conflict, Do or Die, and more.

No album sales. No streaming numbers. No popularity contest.

Just MC skills.

💬 Which Chicago rapper deserves a higher rating?

👑 Who's your Chicago GOAT?

⬇️ Drop your Top 10 Chicago MCs in the comments!

#HipHopRaisedMe #CultureReferee #ChicagoHipHop #ChicagoRap #ChiTown LupeFiasco Common KanyeWest Twista ChiefKeef LilDurk KingVon PoloG RapRankings MCSkills HipHopCulture RapDebates

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🔥 HIP-HOP DEBATE OF THE DAY 🔥

Rick Ross has turned the "Maybach Music" series into one of the greatest recurring song series in hip-hop history. From iconic guest verses to cinematic production, each installment has its own fan base.

👑 Which "Maybach Music" is the greatest?

🎵 Maybach Music (1)
🎵 Maybach Music 2
🎵 Maybach Music 3
🎵 Maybach Music 4
🎵 Maybach Music V
🎵 Maybach Music VI
🎵 Maybach Music VII

💬 Drop your pick in the comments and tell us why. Is it the legendary Jay-Z feature on Part 1, the star-studded Part 2, the soulful Part 3, or another entry in the series?

👇 No wrong answers—just defend your choice!

#HipHopRaisedMe #RickRoss #MaybachMusic #MMG #HipHopDebate RapDiscussion HipHopCulture RapFans MusicDebate HipHopCommunity CultureReferee

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🤘⭐ TEXAS MC SKILL RANKINGS ⭐🤘

Everything's bigger in Texas—including the rap legacy.

From Houston's legendary lyricists and slab culture to Dallas, Fort Worth, and beyond, Texas has produced some of hip-hop's most influential storytellers, smooth talkers, and original voices.

Each artist is graded across 10 essential MC skills:

🎯 Storytelling
🎯 Wordplay
🎯 Punchlines
🎯 Metaphors & Similes
🎯 Rhyme Schemes
🎯 Flow & Cadence
🎯 Songwriting
🎯 Creativity
🎯 Delivery
🎯 Consistency

Featuring rankings for Scarface, Geto Boys, Bun B, Pimp C, Z-Ro, Devin the Dude, BigXthaPlug, Maxo Kream, Paul Wall, Chamillionaire, Slim Thug, Lil Keke, Killa Kyleon, Mike Jones, Trae Tha Truth, Sauce Walka, That Mexican OT, Kirko Bangz, Willie D, Lil' Flip, Megan Thee Stallion, D.O.C. and more.

No platinum plaques. No radio hits. No popularity contest.

Just MC skills.

💬 Which Texas MC deserves a higher rating?

👑 Who's your Texas GOAT?

⬇️ Drop your Top 10 Texas MCs in the comments!

#HipHopRaisedMe #CultureReferee #TexasHipHop #HoustonRap #DallasRap Scarface UGK BunB PimpC ZRo PaulWall MaxoKream BigXthaPlug ThatMexicanOT SauceWalka MCSkills RapRankings HipHopCulture RapDebates

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🔥🏙️ PHILADELPHIA MC SKILL RANKINGS 🏙️🔥

Philadelphia has always been one of hip-hop's most respected cities for bars.

From battle rap legends to street poets and lyrical technicians, Philly has consistently produced MCs who earned respect through skill, authenticity, and timeless records.

Each artist is graded across 10 essential MC skills:

🎯 Storytelling
🎯 Wordplay
🎯 Punchlines
🎯 Metaphors & Similes
🎯 Rhyme Schemes
🎯 Flow & Cadence
🎯 Songwriting
🎯 Creativity
🎯 Delivery
🎯 Consistency

Featuring rankings for Black Thought, Beanie Sigel, Cassidy, Meek Mill, Freeway, Eve, Schoolly D, Gillie Da Kid, Peedi Crakk, Young Chris, Neef Buck, Reed Dollaz, and more.

No record sales. No chart positions. No popularity bias.

Just MC skills.

💬 Which Philly rapper deserves a higher score?

👑 Who's your Philadelphia GOAT?

⬇️ Drop your Top 10 Philly MCs in the comments!

#HipHopRaisedMe #CultureReferee #PhiladelphiaHipHop #PhillyRap #BlackThought BeanieSigel Cassidy MeekMill Freeway StateProperty MajorFiggas RapRankings MCSkills HipHopCulture RapDebates

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