

What’s New with Arrested Development?
Arrested Development drops Adult Contemporary Hip-Hop—a powerful blend of boom-bap, soul & reflection. Still touring & uplifting hip-hop…

Umma Radio
Aug 20


The 5% Nation of Gods and Earths: Their Heavy Influence on Hip-Hop Music
The Five Percent Nation shaped hip-hop with self-knowledge, pride, and empowerment, influencing legends like Rakim and Wu-Tang Clan.

Umma Radio
Aug 19


From the N-Word to God & Goddess: Reprogramming Hip-Hop and Our Everyday Speech
Among Indigenous people, and communities of color more broadly, this word gets tossed around like punctuation—sometimes as a term of…

Umma Radio
Aug 10


The Rise of Independent Artists in the Music Industry
In an era where streaming platforms, social media, and direct-to-fan models have transformed the music industry, independent artists now…

Umma Radio
Aug 5


Quadir Lateef: Ruff Ryders’ Conscience, Voice of Change in Hip-Hop
As a devout Muslim, he transformed spiritual discipline and spoken word stage into a poetic arsenal—eventually becoming a name recognized…

Umma Radio
Aug 4


Thank You to the Artists Supporting the Relaunch of Umma Radio
As we prepare for the official relaunch of the station, your early support and trust mean more than words can express. You believed in our..

Umma Radio
Aug 1


What Is UMMA Radio All About?
UMMA Radio was created to uplift independent voices — especially from Black, Indigenous, and marginalized communities — and to bridge the…

Umma Radio
Jul 31


Tiye Phoenix: The Fierce Voice of Consciousness in Hip-Hop
Tiye Phoenix’s lyrical prowess is well-known in the underground and conscious hip-hop scenes. Her pen game is surgical—every word carefully.

Umma Radio
Jul 30


Then vs. Now: The Evolution of Hip-Hop & R&B from the 1990s to Today
Hip-hop and R&B have always reflected the times — a pulse on the culture, the streets, and the soul of the people. But as we look at the…

Umma Radio
Jul 30


UMMA Radio: Latest News and Upcoming Relaunch!
At UMMA Radio, we believe in staying connected with our community—and that means keeping you informed every step of the way. We’ve been…

Umma Radio
Jul 29