37. Shawn Setaro's Approach to Integrity in Hip-Hop Journalism

Get ready for an in-depth conversation with Shawn Setaro, a respected journalist, author, and podcast host known for his influential work in the hip-hop community. In this episode, we revisit the legacy of his podcast, 'The Cipher,' and delve into his book 'Complex Presents Dummy Boy: Tekashi 6IX9INE and the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods.'

Learn from Shawn's experience as he shares valuable insights on navigating the world of hip-hop journalism plus, some tips on how artists can break into major publications like Complex Magazine.

Enjoy this special episode, the first that we've done with special guest appearances. ;)

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Shawn Setaro:

Book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688059/complex-presents-dummy-boy-by-shawn-setaro/

Podcast on YNW Melly: https://open.spotify.com/show/1XLWIiPrPABevlKft6ImVG

Complex article: "Best Hip-Hop Producers...": https://www.complex.com/music/a/shawn-setaro/best-hip-hop-producers

Featuring Shout Outs From:

Jay Smooth: http://instagram.com/jsmooth995

Thembisa Mshaka: http://instagram.com/officiallipgame

Mr. Mecc: http://instagram.com/mrmecc

A-King: http://instagram.com/itsaking

Mela Machinko: http://instagram.com/melamachinko

Toni Blackman: http://instagram.com/toniblackman

Cali Green: http://instagram.com/findcali

Mr. Len: http://instagram.com/lookatlen

Manny Faces: http://instagram.com/mannyfacesofficial

Learn more about Shay:

Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://shayleonia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/shayleonia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://tiktok.com/@shayleonia⁠⁠⁠⁠