In 2025, I created NYCE*- a zine and archive focused on the contributions by women and queer artists to hip hop, rap, and pop-culture.

"Female Rap is DEAD" by NYCE*

A Letter from the Editor

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@nycemag Cha Cha Cha, a classic by @MC Lyte was the first single by a female rapper (as the lead artist) to peak at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Rap Singles 💿 Check out our full intro video @ youtube.com/@NYCEMAG #mclyte #fyp #fypシ #foryoupage #femalerap ♬ Cha Cha Cha - MC Lyte