/trappin-out-the-south-4-nc-ladies-leading-the-rap-game Hip Hop celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2023. Although folks have been scratching records since the early '60s, a 1973 Block Party hosted by DJ Kool Herc in the Bronx marks the start of Hip hop for most people. In this series, we are highlighting an eclectic mix of North Carolina female rappers who are creating a new era of hip-hop and paying homage to their predecessors. Caitlin Leggett spoke to a few women from across the state who are using the influence of their environment and upbringing to offer a new perspective to the genre. en-US Copyright Fri, 24 Nov 2023 20:06:10 GMT /wunc-music/2023-11-24/kash-kyla-on-betting-it-all-on-rap-music Newcomer rapper Kash Kyla discusses going viral, her musical process, and her desire to succeed. Fri, 24 Nov 2023 20:06:10 GMT /wunc-music/2023-11-24/kash-kyla-on-betting-it-all-on-rap-music Caitlin Leggett /wunc-music/2023-11-20/rapper-luh-bri-hometown-mount-gilead-motherhood Rapper Luh Bri shares what she's gained in motherhood, her hometown of Mount Gilead's influence on her music, and the impact she wants to leave on her community. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 20:31:15 GMT /wunc-music/2023-11-20/rapper-luh-bri-hometown-mount-gilead-motherhood Caitlin Leggett /wunc-music/2023-11-14/big-mali-female-rapper-north-carolina-henderson Henderson-raised Big Mali breaks down her unique sound, looking up to Nicki Minaj and being one of the few women dominating the Carolinas' rap scene. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 15:31:23 GMT /wunc-music/2023-11-14/big-mali-female-rapper-north-carolina-henderson Caitlin Leggett /wunc-music/2023-11-13/trappin-out-south-nc-ladies-leading-rap-game-tia-corine Artist TiaCorine discusses growth and impact within her artistry and her life. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:21:20 GMT /wunc-music/2023-11-13/trappin-out-south-nc-ladies-leading-rap-game-tia-corine Caitlin Leggett