On this special episode of The Vibe, hosts Jocelyn Hockaday, Bruce Claxton, and Lauren Jackson dig deep and explore how every song, every lyric, and every artist has a story. They attend Temple University’s Black Student Union’s Open Mic Night, where Black Artists from all backgrounds showcase their talent. The event features a variety of performances by Cal Nubian, Antony Dean, Joshua Peeler, and Donovan Fields. Later, the hosts provide a “Hip-Hop History Rundown” and give valuable insights into the genre’s evolution. Correspondent Lauren Jackson also interviews singer-songwriter Nahsir Griffen, who performs his latest single, “Runaway.” From beginning to end, this jam-packed episode is full of pure vibes.

Created by journalism alumni Nydja Hood, The Vibe is Temple University’s first hip-hop culture and music television show, which provides a platform to artists at Temple and beyond. On The Vibe, students discuss what is trending in popular culture as well as feature rappers, poets, singers, and more.