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The model minority myth has historically been used by western culture to divide black and asian communities in the US. The emergence of Lil Yella — described as the first Asian American rapper from the southern region tied to such infrastructure & Pizza Palace, a producer who has worked with groups such as Grand Hustle, Soulja Boy, Future, and many more — challenges propaganda of monolithic propaganda that Black culture and Asian American culture do not co-mingle while growin

When Cookie$’s Bisaya track “Bogo” landed on the NBA 2K24 soundtrack, it didn’t just put Cebuano hip-hop on a global playlist — it sent a message to artists and producers everywhere: your regional identity IS your global advantage.

When underground hip-hop transcends regional boundaries and hits one of the world’s busiest intersections, you know something special is happening. That’s exactly the moment captured by Cookie$ and Midnasty — two rising names in Bisaya hip-hop — as they got their spotlight illuminated on a massive Spotify billboard in Times Square. What makes this more than just an optics play? It’s a milestone for culture, representation, and global exposure. The Story Behind the Moment Cook

At the center of this movement is Flip the Script Cebu, a grassroots music platform -developed by 777 International, Escape Artist, and Superior Empire - amplifying local voices and reshaping how Cebu’s youth culture expresses itself. And this year, the rest of the country finally took notice — with Rolling Stone Philippines spotlighting the event as one of the essential Sinulog 2025 happenings.

When Pizza Palace — a quickly rising Producer/DJ from the Philippines — teamed up with Filipino‑born and internationally recognized rapper Nik Makino (plus collaborators JWOLF and Jimmy Pablo) for “Payday,” the result was more than just a song: it became a bridge between local identity and global hip‑hop culture. The track showcases Pizza Palace’s cinematic production and Nik Makino’s polished delivery, combining urgency, swagger, and infectious energy. Their collaboration si