This groundbreaking site features several different areas specifically chosen by Chuck D, each of which echoes Rapstation's objective as being a open forum for enlightenment, entertainment and empowerment for hip hop fans around the world. Chuck's commitment to the musical genre and outspoken support for the Internet and MP3 technology prompted him to create this vital outlet for hip hop culture.

Rapstation.com includes:

Inside The Rhyme
Celebrity interviews featuring hip hop's biggest names and personalities including Puff Daddy, Mary J Blige, Everlast, The Roots and Michael Franti

On the Real
A regular political commentary by Chuck D covering a wide range of topics

Rapstation TV
Exclusive music videos and "Rock Da Houze" programming, with graphics by Image That Productions

Rapstation Radio
Streaming Internet radio

Digital Affairs
An opportunity for aspiring artists to gain insight on how to enter and succeed in the emerging digital music industry. Unsigned artists are encouraged to send in their CD demos to:

MP3 Jamz @ Rapstation.com,
16 W. 19th Street,
New York, NY, 10011.

MP3s
Upload, download, trade and discover the latest MP3s

"Rapstation is opening new levels of access and communication," says Chuck D. "We will break down the wall of silence and provide a forum where people can share and speak about their concerns. And we want to provide artists with valuable information about the record industry and how this new technology can enable you to connect with a rap and hip hop audience that is underserved. The revolution has started."

Rapstation.com will be the major sponsor of Public Enemy's upcoming fall tour, and has entered into a strategic alliance with House of Blues Digital. The joint venture