Cape Town’s Eavesdrop discusses the complexities of navigating representation & authenticity; listen below!

In this interview, we had an important conversation with Eavesdrop about the importance of representation and authenticity. We talked honestly about sometimes feeling conflicted about how best to support younger artists, especially women. Strength and confidence are a prerequisite for being a hip-hop artist, and we reflect on how to support other women while encouraging them to rely on their own strength and confidence to excel.

Eavesdrop is a multi-hyphenate artist who is an MC, producer, director, and actor. She has been active in Cape Town’s hip-hop scene for almost two decades, and as a lyricist, she produces meaningful lyrics, expressing ideas that have depth.