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What is Desi Hip-Hop?
Hip-hop that incorporates South East Asian and East Indian musical styles. Hip Hop music created by Desi performers who pay homage to their Eastern musical influences.
KR$NA, Divine, Raftaar, Seedhe Maut, Emiway Bantai, Bella, Rap Demon are examples of Desi hip hop artists. ikka, raga, muhfaad, mc stan are also some of the names in this group.
Kalamkaar is the biggest Desi Hip Hop (DHH) music label.
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Desi Hip-Hop - what is it?
Hip Hop Music that combines East Indian and South East Asian types sounds. Hip Hop Music made by Desi artists who acknowledge their Eastern roots in their Music.
Desi Hip Hop Artist: Punjabi M.C., Apache Indian, Blitzkrieg, Kat Eyez, Bohemia, Kidd Skilly, Roach Killa, Rishi Risky Raj, Pakman, Sonny Brown, J-Hind, Kamala Punjabi, G-Deep, Nivla, Pakarmz, J-Nas.
What does "Desi Hip-Hop" mean?
Desi Hip-Hop is term used to define a rising cultural movement. The term is an umbrella phrase to cover all things “desi” influenced by Hip Hop, and all things Hip Hop influenced by "Desis." The movement started locally (and to an extent individually) in different parts of the world as South Asian populations migrated to the UK, USA, and Canada. The sounds of the culture first emerged in the late 80s, and early 90s from the UK.
Now that's Desi Hip-Hop!