Worthy Cause

Episode 32 with J-Live

The Arena Season 1 Episode 32

Preach Jacobs engages with hip-hop artist J-Live to explore the intersections of hip-hop, politics, and social awareness. They discuss J-Live's journey in the hip-hop industry, the evolution of hip-hop culture, and the impact of technology on music. The conversation delves into the responsibilities of artists, the changing definitions of success, and the cultural recalibrations happening within the hip-hop community. They also touch on the East Coast vs. West Coast narrative and the contributions of hip-hop to the black community, ultimately emphasizing the need for nuanced discussions about the genre's evolution and its societal implications.