Gangsta Island Throwback HipHop
Gangsta Island TV is an award winning podcast, hosted by Ken Lewis, dedicated to throwback hip-hop of the Golden Era (circa 80s/90s). The purpose is to show love and immortalize some of the founding fathers/mothers of the genre and give them their credit on a bigger platform. You can expect a mixture of formats. Some spotlight throwback artists, while others are Top 5 lists. Gangsta Island TV is also a popular social media platform where these episodes are ANIMATED. It is also a 2023 Webby award winner for social experimental and innovation.
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Podcasting since 2021 • 7 episodes
Gangsta Island Throwback HipHop
Latest Episodes
André 3000’s New Blue Sun: A Flute-Filled Masterpiece?
In this episode of Gangsta Island TV, I share my thoughts on the new album from André 3000, the legendary rapper from Outkast. New Blue Sun is his debut solo album, and it’s not what you’d expect. It’s a collection of instrumental tracks where ...
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Why Eminem is the Most Hated Rapper of All Time?
Eminem is one of the most successful and influential rappers in history, but he is also one of the most controversial and criticized. He has been accused of being homophobic, misogynistic, violent, and insensitive by many people, especially in ...
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AGING in Hip-Hop - What age is TOO OLD to START rapping?
In Season 2, Episode 1 - Gangsta Island TV discusses aging in hip-hop. What is too old to start rapping? If you are an older rapper just starting out, what should you focus on? We will also discuss why is there such a stigma o...
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Season 2
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