political hip-hop
subgenre of hip-hop music that emerged in the 1980s as a form of political expression and activism
58 artists in the catalog.
Guides for political hip-hop artists
Top political hip-hop albums
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Francis Magalona
Pinoy hip hop, alternative hip-hop
Facção Central
gangsta rap, horrorcore
Immortal Technique
East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop
Pih
hardcore hip-hop, hip-hop
Eduardo
gangsta rap, hip-hop
Los Chikos del Maíz
Canserbero
Latin hip-hop, conscious hip-hop
El General
Non Phixion
Credit to the Nation
NYOIL
The Shadow
hip-hop
Boots Riley
Company Flow
Lágrimas de Sangre
hip-hop, rapping
Assalti Frontali
old-school hip-hop, underground hip-hop
About political hip-hop
What is political hip-hop?
subgenre of hip-hop music that emerged in the 1980s as a form of political expression and activism
Where should I start with political hip-hop?
Start with "GNX" by Kendrick Lamar. It captures what makes political hip-hop worth exploring.
What are the best political hip-hop albums?
The political hip-hop albums worth hearing first: "GNX" by Kendrick Lamar, "King's Disease" by Nas, "King's Disease III" by Nas, "Black Panther" by Kendrick Lamar and "DAMN." by Kendrick Lamar.
How many political hip-hop artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 58 political hip-hop artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.
