Music, Activism, and Politics with Riders Against the Storm

Today’s episode (133) features Austin-based hip-hop (and husband/wife) duo, Riders Against the Storm aka Chaka and Qi Dada. Arriving in 2009, the pair quickly began to distinguish themselves in the ‘Live Music Capital of the World,” including Band of the Year' honors at the 2014, 2015 and 2016 Austin Music Awards. Understanding that art and performance are keys to transforming the individual spirit, they have built institutions that aid in this mission, including Body Rock ATX, and RAS Day music festival, a standout of the ATX live music scene for 6 years. And while their music continues to take hold they are growing their legacy into tech and philanthropic platforms, activism and politics. Credits: Show music from from Riders Against the Storm’s Richard Simmons. Used with artists permission. RIDERS AGAINST THE STORM LINKS: Riders Against the Storm (site) -> https://www.rashiphop.com DAWA Fund -> www.dawaheals.org SoundCloud -> songwhip.com/rashiphop Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/rashiphop Youtube -> https://www.youtube.com/c/rashiphop Twitter -> @rashiphop Instagram -> @rashiphop RELATED EPISODES: EP. 131 Discussing the Black Austin Musicians' Collective with Mobley -> https://www.bgmediagp.com/bgpodcast/episode131 EP. 98: Processing and the State of Black Austin Music with Jackie Venson -> https://www.bgmediagp.com/bgpodcast/episode98 ABOUT THE BINGHAM GROUP, LLC The Bingham Group, LLC is minority-owned full service lobbying firm representing and advising clients on government affairs, public affairs, and procurement matters in the Austin metro and throughout Central Texas. Learn more about us at:  www.binghamgp.com Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/binghamgp/ Twitter -> @binghamgp IG -> @binghamgroup LinkedIn -> https://www.linkedin.com/company/binghamgp/ PART OF THE BG MEDIA GROUP NETWORK -> https://www.bgmediagp.com/ An Austin-based digital content network focused on emerging creators.From concept to execution, and on, we help you tell your story.