Emile YX? on cultural resistance in South Africa during the time of Apartheid

Free City Radio

On this edition of the Art in Action interview series we hear from South African hip-hop artist, community educator and activist Emile YX? who speaks on the role that hip-hop culture played in empowering Black youth in South Africa during the time of Apartheid. Emile YX? is one of the founders of the legendary ensemble Black Noise. This interview was recorded in 2024 for broadcast on Radio AlHara. Stefan produces a regular artist interview series, Art in Action, that broadcasts on Radio AlHara in regular programming, there is a monthly spot on the first Friday of each month at 4:30pm in Bethlehem, Palestine and 9:30am eastern time, while this interview with Emile YX? is a special feature.