International Hip Hop made a huge step forward in Caracas, Venezuela today. The day started with a conference where artist/activist from around the world came together to discuss how they utilize Hip Hop culture as tool for change. It was amazing to hear so many brothers and sisters exchanging ideas and creating dialogue around positive Hip Hop.

As night came, everyone descended on Plaza Venezuela for an unbelievable Hip Hop show featuring Immortal Technique - USA, Actitud Maria Marta - Argentina, Legua York - Chile, Double Filo - Cuba and brother K'naan - Somalia/Canada. The highlight of the night was reserved for Dead Prez, when M1 alongside RBG member UMI (filling in for his partner Stic Man) took the stage. The place went nuts! Props to everyone at the festival, it truly is bigger than Hip Hop.

Big up to the youth festival for dedicating a day to Hip Hop culture. More major organizations should take their lead, embrace the culture and find progressive ways to utilize it.

OK, it's 4:30 in the morning and we've got to get some zzz's!