In an era where streaming platforms have become the new stages for showcasing groundbreaking content, Prime Video is setting the stage for an unprecedented musical odyssey with the release of “Hip Hop World” on April 16. Hosted by the venerable Lenny Santiago, often hailed as a titan within the music industry, this special is more than just an exploration; it’s a celebration of hip-hop’s global footprint, spotlighting the genre’s capacity to inspire across continents.
At the heart of “Hip Hop World” lies the dynamic duo of Grammy Award-winning DJ Khaled and the rapidly ascending star, Lola Brooke. DJ Khaled, recognized universally as the “Anthem King” and often likened to the “Quincy Jones of Hip Hop & R&B”, invites viewers to join him on an inspiring sojourn to Jamaica. This segment promises to offer fans a rare glimpse behind the scenes of his latest music video for “These Streets Know My Name”, soaking in the island’s rich dancehall music heritage, which has been a well of inspiration for Khaled’s illustrious career.
In a contrasting yet equally captivating narrative, Lola Brooke, hailed as the Amazon Music Breakthrough Artist, undertakes an intimate voyage through Paris alongside Lenny S. This exploration is not just a tour but a quest for understanding the roots of rap in France, a dream Brooke harbored long before her viral ascendancy in the music world. The anticipation builds as Brooke prepares to unveil “Touch Down in Paris”, an original track born from this very expedition, exclusively on Amazon Music following the special.
But “Hip Hop World” is more than its headliners; it’s a mosaic of interactions and insights featuring luminaries like Buju Banton, Usain Bolt, and more, guiding our artists in their quest for inspiration. The special, thus, emerges as a vivid tapestry of cultures, sounds, and stories, cementing hip-hop’s role as a global ambassador of creativity and unity.
This special is not merely a testament to hip-hop’s enduring allure but also to its evolutionary trajectory as it continues to touch and transform lives worldwide. With “Hip Hop World”, Prime Video is not just celebrating a genre but is spotlighting the genre’s vibrant future through the eyes of its most iconic talents. Available in a slew of countries and on Amazon Freevee in select regions, this is an invitation to all hip-hop aficionados and cultural explorers to witness the genre’s pulsating heart and soul. “Hip Hop World” is set to be not just a special but a seminal event in the chronicles of music television, encapsulating the essence of hip-hop’s indefatigable spirit.
