Super Soul Sista #1 and already dubbed “the Angela Davis of Hip-Hop,” because of her profound lyrics, trademark 'fro, and Afro-centric essence, MEDUSA continues to cultivate hip-hop seeds across the country in unprecedented numbers. MEDUSA’s diversity goes unchallenged. She has been compared to a medley of amazing artists including Gil-Scott Heron, Chuck D, Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Me’shell NdegeOcello and Erykah Badu. MEDUSA rocks the stage in the tradition of Sly & the Family Stone and is taking the hip-hop community by storm. Following the release of her EP "Do It The Way You Feel It," MEDUSA gained a strong fan base overseas and on college campuses across the nation and has virtually become a guru to the underground hip-hop scene. Having emanated from Leimert Park's “Project Blowed” workshop, MEDUSA stays lyrically fit by co-operating a hip-hop, jazz, rare grooves and reggae club (Fais Do Do’s) entitled “Nappy @ Da Roots,” where she performs once a month (2nd Friday) and opens the stage to free-style mic battles and other performers, musicians and poets. MEDUSA has shared the stage with the likes of KRS-ONE, George Clinton, Dead Prez, Public Enemy, Blackalicious, Erykah Badu, Roy Ayers, Dilated Peoples, Speech, Common, Pharoah Monche, Me’shell N’degeOcello, Fishbone, MC Lyte, Bahamadia and Blk Thought of the Roots. She has earned herself a Gold album in Japan with Spiritual People, a project in collaboration with Arrested Development’s Speech. She has also received a Grammy with band Ozomatli. The LA Weekly has voted MEDUSA Best Hip-Hop Artist for two years in a row. MEDUSA recently completed the Beats 4 Peace tour with Slum Village, Pharoahe Monch, Anwar Superstar, The Jazz & Hip-Hop Orchestra, Supernatural and others. MEDUSA’S skills are not limited to music. She has displayed her “behind the scenes” talents in acting, film scoring and soundtrack production. Such credits include “Life Is A Traffic Jam,” featuring the late Tupac Shakur in the Vondi Curtis Hall film “Gridlock’d” and sitcom “Moesha” where Medusa made an impact on the world as Lady Lunatic. She wrote, performed and produced “My Momma Raised A G” for the HBO film "Stranger Inside,” in which MEDUSA also appeared, playing the role of Leisha. MEDUSA recently released the video to “My Momma Raised A G.” MUSIC SAMPLES MEDUSA PUSHIN' THROUGH MAKE YA' NECK LOCK BY THE MAGNITUDES MY MOMMA RAISED A G MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/medusa

Last updated by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist Aug 14, 2008.

Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more

Subscribe to E-Blast

WIN TICKETS

Atmosphere
Friday, Feb 13 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Kamaiyah
Saturday, Mar 14 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Juvenile
Friday, June 5 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Connect

Members

Photos

  • Add Photos
  • View All

Latest Activity

Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
13 hours ago
Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
13 hours ago
Editor's Pick updated an event
Thumbnail

THROWBACK (2nd & 4th Wednesdays) featuring Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist at Hello Stranger Bar, Oakland

February 11, 2026 at 9pm to July 8, 2026 at 1:45am
WEDNESDAY, FEB 11 THROWBACK (2nd & 4th Wednesdays)Experience the ultimate Throwback party! 🎵 Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist spins all your fave jams from back in the day! 🕺 Featuring Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist (True Skool)at Hello Stranger Bar, 1724 Broadway, Oakland. Doors 8pm. DJ Set starts at 9pm. No cover!RSVP:…See More
14 hours ago
Editor's Pick updated an event
Thumbnail

Elevation (1st Fridays) with Renoir & Mario Dubbz at Golden Ratio, Oakland

February 6, 2026 at 9pm to October 3, 2026 at 1:45pm
FRIDAY, FEB 6 True Skool presents ELEVATION (1st Fridays)Featuring:Mario Dubbz Renoir (aka Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist)@ Golden Ratio, 1517 Franklin St., Oakland 21+ / Doors 9pm / FREE B4 10pmFree B4 11pm with RSVP: http://bit.ly/elevationfirstfridayABOUTELEVATION is a brand new party series! Curated by renowned DJ and crate-digger…See More
17 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
17 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted videos
18 hours ago
Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted a discussion

Jazzy Jeff Reveals DJ Secrets & Jay Dilla Stories 🎧 | SWAY’S UNIVERSE

Legends collide in this unforgettable episode of Sway In The Morning on Sway’s Universe! Join the iconic Jazzy Jeff and Teddy Riley as they share their journey through hip-hop history, music innovation, and personal stories that shaped their legendary careers. From Jazzy Jeff’s reflections on working with Will Smith and Jay Dilla to Teddy Riley’s…See More
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Tuesday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Saturday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Jan 23
Editor's Pick posted videos
Jan 23

© 2026   Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service