Validated Magazine ft. Ricky Bats

Fashion icon J. Alexander Martin reflects on his journey from Hollis, Queens, to co-founding FUBU. Bronx emcee Ricky Bats talks latest album, Respect The Process 2. Richmond, California artist King NTG discusses his project Salvation. Veteran Philadelphia lyricist St Basil reflects on his evolution from Byzantine Kings to solo artistry.

We review The Answer, the latest release from Billy Danze of Mash Out Posse, produced entirely by Too Busy.

Jonas Wakewood of the legendary Snowgoons discusses authenticity and dedication to hip-hop culture; Brooklyn rapper Innocent returns with The Platform Pt. 4, produced by Gelert; and Professor Moses discusses latest album A Thin Line Between Light and Dark. Shame Gang reflects on his rise in North Carolina’s hip-hop scene, multidisciplinary artist Zebulon talks storytelling and creative ownership; media personality Shay McCray discusses building a platform through authenticity and purpose; and artist Pop Burna discusses his project Quarter Tank of Gas.