Welcome to Rap City

Episode 2

The Notorious Bassment

Rap City is a hit and takes off. It becomes a destination for rap artists, and evolves into a safe space for the culture. Joe Clair and other hip-hop mainstays look back at the moments that put Rap City on the map, including the last TV interview from The Notorious B.I.G. and the introduction of Tha Bassment.

Episode 3

Changing a City

BET executives discuss Rap City's move from Washington, D.C., to New York City, how the shift affected morale and creative freedom, and what the rise of 106 & Park meant for the show's success.