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Event: B-Side China Podcast Live Recording with Dana “Showtyme” Burton

RADII Culture Editor Josh Feola is joined by the Detroit native who's maintained a central role in ...

By RADII ChinaNovember 26, 2019

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Chinese Rap Wrap: Iron Mic, Road Safety Raps, and the Tibetan-Born Answer to XXXTentacion

Meanwhile, clout rappers shill for Singles' Day by endorsing rival laptop brands

By Fan ShuhongNovember 20, 2019

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Legendary Rap Battle Iron Mic Heading Overseas for Detroit China Festival

Detroit native Dana “Showtyme” Burton is bringing Chinese hip hop to the United States via his renowned ...

By RADII ChinaSeptember 20, 2019

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The History of Rap in China, Part 2: Hip Hop Goes Mainstream (2010-2019)

Hip hop goes mainstream, with previously underground rappers suddenly becoming major stars, rap battles going viral online, ...

By Fan ShuhongFebruary 8, 2019

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The History of Rap in China, Part 1: Early Roots and Iron Mics (1993-2009)

No, it didn't all start with The Rap of China — far from it. In Pt. 1 ...

By Fan ShuhongFebruary 1, 2019