Ever wonder how the cosmos influences the rhythm of hip-hop? With Mercury in retrograde, we’re all revisiting our pasts, and who better to guide us through the labyrinth of beats, bars, and the occasional beef than Gabriel Bras Nevares? He’s the voice behind the vibrant pages of HotNewHipHop, crafting pieces that bridge the gap between the pulsating heart of reggaetón in his native San Juan and the ever-evolving tapestry of hip-hop. Imagine unearthing the layers of the genre’s “death” in 2023 or deciphering the intricate dynamics of the iconic Kendrick Lamar and Drake feud—these are the conversations Gabriel orchestrates with finesse. Since joining the ranks of HNHH while navigating his Journalism degree at The George Washington University, he’s passionately explored everything from explosive festival reviews to the hidden gems of rap. Join me as we delve into the mind of a writer who not only captures the essence of the music but also gleans insights from the stars above!

About The Author

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Gabriel Bras Nevares is a staff writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined HNHH while completing his B.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication at The George Washington University in the summer of 2022.

Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Gabriel treasures the crossover between his native reggaetón and hip-hop news coverage, such as his review for Bad Bunny’s hometown concert in 2024. But more specifically, he digs for the deeper side of hip-hop conversations, whether that’s the “death” of the genre in 2023, the lyrical and parasocial intricacies of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake battle, or the many moving parts of the Young Thug and YSL RICO case.

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Beyond engaging and breaking news coverage, Gabriel makes the most out of his concert obsessions, reviewing and recapping festivals like Rolling Loud Miami and Camp Flog Gnaw. He’s also developed a strong editorial voice through album reviews, think-pieces, and interviews with some of the genre’s brightest upstarts and most enduring obscured gems like Homeboy Sandman, Bktherula, Bas, and Devin Malik.

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