Out North

S1: You are now listening to Meridian Arts. S2: The story you’re about to hear is true. It takes place in the wild world of rap , and contains mature content that may not be appropriate for all audiences , like N.W.A said. S3: Parental discretion is advised. Five. S2: What’s your name and where are you from ? My name is. Blind. S4: Blind. I’m from San Francisco , California. Ooh. S5: Ooh. S2: Uh , have you ever done a show in San Diego , California ? Yeah , I have. Can you tell me anything about it ? Yeah. S4: Uh , I opened up for atmosphere with my partner in rhyme. Gifted gab. Um , and I believe we played in an old movie theater turned into a venue , and the crowd participation energy vibes were amazing. Um , it was an incredible night. So much good energy in the room. Ooh. Pshaw. S2: Pshaw. My name is Parker Edison. I’m an artist , and I’m fascinated by the impact of rap writers. Hip hop’s 50th anniversary yielded a ton of articles and interviews on the subject. Being the black rap nerd that I am....