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March 4, 2026

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John Downey '23


A&E Co-Editor


Feb252021A Look at Providence’s Underground Rap Scene

Local Rap Groups Move Closer to the Surface by Jack Downey ’23 A&E Staff When anyone thinks of active hubs for hip hop and rap, the cities that normally come to mind are Compton, CA, New York, or even Atlanta, GA. However, an uncommon answer would be Providence, RI. That perception is quickly changing. Although […]

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