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Ep. 25 How Do Our Artists Stay Rooted and Invested in the Community? Feat. D Smoke

Published on: 4th March, 2024

On this episode, MHD talks about education, family, and community with Inglewood's own D Smoke.

Daniel “D Smoke” Farris is an acclaimed American rapper, singer, and songwriter who rose to fame after winning Netflix's "Rhythm + Flow" in 2019. Known for his seamless blend of rap, R&B, jazz, and gospel, and for incorporating both English and Spanish in his lyrics, D Smoke's music often tackles themes of social justice, community, and identity. His debut album, "Black Habits," released in 2020, was critically praised and earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album. With a background as a music educator and a family deeply rooted in music, D Smoke's work is characterized by its lyrical depth, musicality, and a mission to inspire and educate.

Resources:

www.dsmokemusic.com

www.instagram.com/dsmoke7


Episode Playlist:

https://playlist.sptfy.com/mhdotr25


Community Announcements:

Line Dancing Class

  • Fridays 10:00am - 11:30am
  • Constituent Services Center, 8475 S. Vermont Ave, 90044
  • www.instagram.com/p/C3vHUk7OTSh/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Summer Night Lights Hiring Hub

  • Saturday March 9th from 8am - 2pm
  • South LA Sports Activity Center, 7020 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, 90003.
  • Link: https://www.instagram.com/p/C306IOsrjl1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

CA Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan Program 

  • www.CalHFA.ca.gov/dream
  • (877)9 CalHFA




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