That's Hip-Hop
We're 3 high school friends who share a common passion for Hip Hop. Each of us have created our own albums, performed or started our own channels, but this time, we are collaborating together to share our common bond over our love for hip hop. We are taking a journey into the music. Going album by album to dissect and share our experiences with the tracks. We release a new episode every Monday. Check us out and let us know what albums we should review next!
That's Hip-Hop
#151 MASTA ACE INTERVIEW: LONGEVITY IN HIP-HOP, SHOUTED OUT BY PEERS, MUSIC JOURNEY, FALLING SEASON
Masta Ace’s interview unfolds like a masterclass in longevity, craft, and quiet confidence. From the moment he starts speaking, you can feel the weight of decades spent navigating the shifting terrain of hip-hop — from his early Juice Crew days, where every verse felt like a test, to the reinvention that birthed Disposable Arts and a whole new generation of fans. He talks openly about the pressures of chasing mainstream success, the liberation that came with abandoning that chase, and the deep satisfaction of leaning fully into storytelling as his artistic superpower. It’s the kind of conversation where every anecdote reveals a layer of humility, humor, or hard-earned perspective.
But what makes this interview especially captivating is Ace’s honesty about the industry’s realities and the way he continues to adapt without compromising. He reflects on the struggles of streaming-era economics, the joy and energy of overseas crowds, and the camaraderie of touring with eMC — each topic offering a glimpse into a veteran who remains as sharp, curious, and grounded as ever. Whether he’s talking about Eminem’s unexpected shout-out or the legendary moment he held his own on “The Symphony,” Ace invites listeners into a journey that’s both personal and timeless. If you care about hip-hop history, artistry, or simply hearing a gifted storyteller speak his mind, this is an interview worth diving into.