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By Melissa Camacho
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Edgy hip-hop talent competition has cursing, strong lyrics.
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Rhythm + Flow
What's the Story?
RHYTHM + FLOW is a Netflix reality competition series that features up and coming hip hop singers vying for a chance at stardom. Chance the Rapper, T.I., and Cardi B. are looking for new talent from their home towns of Chicago, Atlanta, and New York. After a series of lively auditions featuring talent screened by local hip hop celebs, 30 contestants go on to compete in several elimination rounds that include battle rounds, rap cyphers, and creating original songs and music videos. The winner of the competition wins $250K and the opportunity to perform at Spotify's RapCaviar Live event.
Is It Any Good?
This lively talent show offers hip-hop fans an opportunity to get to see and hear some rising talent while enjoying appearances by legends like Snoop Dogg and the late Nipsey Hustle. The judges, particularly Cardi B, add a lot of humor and attitude to the whole experience. There's lots of edge, though, thanks to explicit lyrics and non-stop cursing, all of which are presented as part of the genre's culture. But the blunt feedback doled out to contestants can be pretty harsh, even though it's honest.
Meanwhile, the show seems to embrace more mainstream (and marketable) forms of hip hop music, rather than supporting artists whose creative styles are helping the genre evolve by offering something new. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that hip hop fans will be drawn to Rhythm + Flow, and chances are they'll enjoy most of what they find.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the popularity of hip-hop. How has this music genre evolved over time?
What kind of things are the judges of Rhythm + Flow looking for in an artist? Is it looks? A good voice? Or is it the ability to sell music?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 9, 2019
- Cast : Cardi B , Chance The Rapper , T.I.
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Game Shows
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- Award : NAACP Image Award - NAACP Image Award Nominee
- Last updated : January 15, 2025
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