ToonMac, J.EX the Joker, and Derrick from Central Park Hip Hop discuss the Denver/Colorado hip hop scene and what it needs to improve in this interview episode.
1 May 2025
Ep 9. The Writer
The Art of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. Introductions
B. Personal Journeys
C. Graffiti Lifestyle
D. Graffiti and Hip Hop
E. Evolution
F. Media Bundling
G. Graffiti Culture
H. Non-Writer Perspective
I. Graffiti Ethics
J. Spray Paint and Other Mediums
K. From Tags to Burners
L. Muralist vs Writer
M. Beef
N. Gems
O. You Should Know
P. Competioions
Q. Goodbyes
Gem: PackFM - Click Clack & Spray [Official Music Video]
Links To Guest(s)
1. Dil Preet @bluedreamxscape
2. Ryan @ pistorishtattoos
Links to Hosts:
J.EX the Joker
3Two
Central Park Hip Hop (Derrick)
1 Apr 2025
Ep 8. The Dancer
The Art Of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. Intro
B. Pretty City Bio
C. Breaking's Cultural Background and Roots
D. Open Discussion
E. Preparing for Dance
F. Gems
G. "You Should Know..."
H. Contact Info
E. Goodbye
Toni Basil Video
Links to Guests:
Pretty City
Links to Hosts:
J.EX the Joker
3Two
Central Park Hip Hop (Derrick)
1 Mar 2025
Ep 7. The Emcee Pt. 2
The Art Of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. Presence
B. Delivery
C. Relevance
D. Crowd Control
E. Bar Structure
F Diction
G. Rhyme Schemes
H. Wit
I. Goodbye
Links to Guests:
Grey Beard (https://greybeardhiphop.com/)
Rian_or_2 (https://www.instagram.com/rian_or_2/)
Links to Hosts:
J.EX the Joker
3Two
Central Park Hip Hop
1 Feb 2025
Ep 6. The Emcee Pt. 1
The Art Of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. Introductions
B. The History of the Emcee
C. Coke La Rock: The First MC?
D. MC vs Rapper
E. The Evolution of MCing and the Cultural Impact
F. The Art of Battle Rapping
G. Freestyle vs Written
H. Motivations Behind the Mic
I. Creativity in Styles
J. The Necessity of Battle Experience
K. MC Respect
L. The Muse, Opposition, and Competition
M. Gems
N. You Should Know...
O. Goodbye
Links to Guests:
Grey Beard (https://greybeardhiphop.com/)
Rian_or_2 (https://www.instagram.com/rian_or_2/)
Links to Hosts:
J.EX the Joker
3Two
Central Park Hip Hop
1 Jan 2025
Ep 5. The DJ
The Art of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. The Hip Hop DJ Prototype: Grandmaster Flash
B. The Role of DJs in Hip Hop. You Should Know: Grand Wizard Theodore and Spinderella
C. Gems for Aspiring DJs
D. Understanding DJ Cpmpetitions: Skills and Strategies
E. Goodbye
Links:
1. DJ Whizlam
https://linktr.ee/djwhizlam (https://linktr.ee/djwhizlam)
2. Grimlock
https://soundcloud.com/litton (https://soundcloud.com/litton)
1 Jan 2025
Ep 4. The Culture
The Art of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. The Essence of Hip Hop Culture
B. The Birth of Hip Hop: From Pain to Parties
C. Do It For The Culture
D. Evolutions and Shifts
E. Cultural Exchange and Influence
F. Artistic Integrity
G. Technology Impact
H. You Should Know: Dapper Dan
I. Gems
J. Goodbye
Links:
1. The Get Down
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4592410/
1 Dec 2024
Ep 3. The Name "Hip-Hop"
The Art of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. Origins of the Name
B. Entomology
C. Open Comments: Generilization vs. Speciliazation
D. Impact of Each
E. Benefits and Burdens of Each
F. The Role of Hip Hop in Cultural Exchange
G. Cross-Genre Success
H. The Power of Specilization
I. You Should Know: Afrika Bambaataa
J. Gems
K. Goodbye
Links:
1. Oddisee - You Grew Up | Official Music Video
https://youtu.be/eD_QnHxM1_A
2. Def Jam Inc.
http://defjambook.com/bio.html
3, The Big Payback
https://www.dancharnas.com/book/
1 Nov 2024
Ep 2. The Origin Myth
The Art Of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
Chapters
A. The Origin Story of Hip Hop
B. The Role of Performance in Hip Hop
C. Memorable Performance Enhancers
D. What Not to Do on Stage
E. The Crutch of Technology in Performance
F. Punching In: The Double Edged Sword
G. Reviving Performance Enhancers in Hip Hop
H. You Should Know: Rodger Clayton
I. Gems
J. Goodbye
1 Oct 2024
Ep 1. What is Hip Hop Art?
The Art Of Hip Hop Podcast
From, Central Park Hip Hop
I. Chapters
Introduction To Hip Hop and Art
Motivations and creative processDefining Hip Hop
Perspectives from the panel
Choosing themes and Styles in Creation
The line between Inspiration and Imitation
Audience Influence on Artistic Expression
Deciding when art is ready for release
Mic Drop
General Overview
You Should Know: Sylvia Robinson
Gems
Goodbye
II. Gems
Hellohihey
Absolution
Edutainment
G.O.D
The Sugarhill Gang - Rappers Delight Lyrics (FULL VERSION) (https://youtu.be/tAnojTvyc0g)
1979 FIRST RAP RECORD [ King Tim III ] aka The Fatback Band (https://youtu.be/sqoXRe-RRFw)
Rhymin' & Rappin (https://youtu.be/yQynY6lK3I4)
Funk You Up (Long Version) (https://youtu.be/3M8-eIE-gSw)
Kurtis Blow - Christmas Rapping (live on TOTP jan'80) (https://youtu.be/AFtA7IHZgzw)
Jimmy Spicer - Adventures of Super Rhyme (Rap) [Lyrics] (https://youtu.be/MGa5zhTVJeA)
Rhythm Rap Rock (https://youtu.be/xfOC1RhtcJ0)
Disco Daddy & Captain Rapp - The Gigolo Rapp (Club Version (https://youtu.be/HiAp-IMq5pY)
III. Contacts
J.EX the Joker
hidingtobefound
3Two | Emcee | Chef | Beatmaker
Email Derrick
27 Jan 2024
Intro Episode - Central Park Hip Hop
Explains why CPHH and the open mic exists.
Web: https://centralparkhiphop.com/
YouTube: https://youtu.be/hXb92N--ouo
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ToonMac
JEX the Joker
Derrick
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