In this episode of Klyph Notes, DJ Klyph sits down with Bay Area artist, educator, and activist UnLearn The World—a voice at the intersection of hip-hop culture, education, and social impact.

As an MC with deep roots in New York's underground scene and current Executive Director of Hip Hop For Change, UnLearn has dedicated his life to using hip-hop as a tool for empowerment, critical thinking, and community transformation.

We build on a conversation that began years ago, diving deeper into his journey from artist to educator, and how those two paths have become one.

Together, we explore:

• The meaning behind "unlearning" and reclaiming identity
• Hip-hop as curriculum and cultural preservation
• The work of Hip Hop For Change and its impact on youth
• Navigating the balance between artistry and purpose
• The responsibility of artists in today's cultural landscape

This conversation is thoughtful, grounded, and necessary—highlighting hip-hop not just as music, but as a vehicle for growth, healing, and truth.

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Recorded live on location at Fly Chai, this episode of Klyph Notes taps in with rising artist and community builder K-Wain for a grounded, in-the-moment conversation about music, purpose, and showing up for your city.

We build on K-Wain's journey—from finding his voice as a recording artist to carving out space in the local scene—and dive into the intention behind the open mic series at 503 Records. What started as a platform has grown into a true community hub, giving artists a place to connect, sharpen their craft, and be heard.

We also get into his new EP, Concrete & Roses—a reflection of growth, resilience, and navigating the balance between struggle and beauty. K-Wain shares the inspiration behind the project and how it represents where he is right now, both as an artist and as a voice in the community.

Plus, we talk about what's next: his upcoming residency at Fly Chai, and how he's continuing to bridge music, culture, and community in real time.

This one is for the creatives putting in the work, building something bigger than themselves, and staying rooted in the process.

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For Episode 188 of Klyph Notes, DJ Klyph sits down with producer, DJ, and longtime collaborator Peace 586 for a special conversation recorded live at the legendary Aloha Got Soul Record Store in Honolulu, Hawai'i.

Known for his deep roots in underground hip hop production, Peace 586 has spent decades shaping soulful, sample-driven hip hop that bridges generations.

Recorded inside one of Honolulu's most respected record stores, the conversation reflects the culture, community, and vinyl-centric spirit that has always been at the heart of hip hop.

It's a conversation about craft, longevity, and staying true to the music.

Mahalo to Aloha Got Soul for hosting this special on-location interview.

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