http://bavublakes.com/ (Bavu Blakes) is a brick in the foundation of the Austin Hip Hop scene and is now focusing on “how the original Hip Hop generation leverages their resources for today’s generation“. We talk about:

His upbringing as the direct target for the emerging Hip Hop culture.

The birth of Hip Hop Humpday and what it brought to Austin.

Freestyling vs writing.

His move to California and how Austin has changed when he came back.

His role as an educator, teaching 7th graders and https://twitter.com/HipHopGrewUp (Hip Hop Grew Up.)

The concept of the Summer Saturday Songs series.

Quote of the show: “I’m the gateway drug…” – Bavu Blakes

Stay tuned for the freestyle at the end of the show