Rap Central Station Issue 4, Geniuses of Rap

Four issues in, and we’re only getting started.

Chuck D’s Rap Central Station returns with another heavyweight celebration of Hip-Hop’s art, craft, history and people. Leading this issue are in-depth interviews with two genuine giants: Ludacris, the Fast & Furious Boss Mouth of the South, and Questlove, The Roots’ endlessly inventive musical powerhouse.

Inside, we also catch up with Speech of Arrested Development, including his handwritten “Mr. Wendal” lyrics, and explore the worlds of GrandMixer DXT, Keith Shocklee, MC Mello and Ana Tijoux. There’s recognition for pioneering music executive Faith Newman, a celebration of Whodini’s legacy, a look at Grandmaster Flash’s new book, plus Skyzoo, Jay-Z, CP “The Fanchise” from KnicksFanTV and more.

All brought together in our distinctive 12-inch-square format, with bold artwork and room for the stories to breathe. This is a magazine to spend time with, collect and come back to, made for people who care about the music and the culture behind it.

As Chuck puts it: “Digital moves fast. RAP CENTRAL STATION is built to last.”

Order Issue 4 directly from us here. UK retail on sale 11 September, with US store availability expected around 9 October.

A magazine-and-vinyl package is also on its way. The vinyl is still a few weeks away, so this listing is for the magazine only. We’ll share full package details once it’s ready.