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Javoe Rokour

Music, culture, and entertainment coverage from the 24Hip-Hop editorial team.

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Music

Don Scruge Takes His Show on the Road: From Church Services to Festival Stages, the Traveling Drummer Era Begins

Don Scruge is taking his drumming beyond the studio and local stage—and turning the road into his new home. Known for his…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 21 hours ago

Music

Captain Mac OD33: Staying Authentic in a World Built on Image

Marietta, Georgia artist Captain Mac OD33 is building his career around authenticity, versatility, and the belief that being an artist means being…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 6 days ago

Culture

Rachel Moore Is Building Kentucky’s First Crisis Nursery to Give Families Somewhere to Turn

There are families in Kentucky trying to hold everything together with both hands. Sometimes, they’re dealing with domestic violence. Sometimes, it’s addiction.…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 4 weeks ago

Music

Killabenson Beats: Building a Sound and a story

For Massachusetts-based producer Killabenson Beats, music has always been about creating something that feels authentic. Hailing from Amesbury, Massachusetts, roughly 45 minutes…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 4 weeks ago

Music

J Bass: Built Different, Fully Independent and Betting on Himself

For J Bass, music is more than a career—it’s a legacy. The Texas artist describes himself simply as “blessed,” but behind that…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 4 weeks ago

News

NOOK Turner Takes Bread City Entertainment to the Next Level With Virgin Music Group

Austin, Texas — Texas independent music just leveled up. Austin promoter, rapper, and entrepreneur NOOK Turner has partnered Bread City Entertainment Group…

By JAVOE ROKOUR • 4 weeks ago