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The Almanac of Rap is a weekly show hosted by Donwill that examines the origins of specific trends in hip hop and their impact over time and it’s way more fun than that description makes it sound. Each week, Donwill asks a question, presents a theory, and finds a guest to come to some sort of consensus about it. Simply put, it’s a show about rap by a rapper who loves rap music.
About DonWill
Donwill is the kind of creative who refuses to stay in one lane – and that’s exactly what makes him so compelling. As a rapper with his group Tanya Morgan, he helped create the underground classic Brooklynati, but music is just one part of his story.
His Okayplayer produced podcast The Almanac of Rap has taken home two Webby Awards for Best Music Podcast in 2023 and Experimental Innovation in 2025, proving he’s just as skilled in conversation as he is at spitting bars. When he’s not podcasting you’ll find him on the road with Michelle Buteau as her tour DJ or spinning in some of Brooklyn’s hottest nightlife spots and keeping crowds energized with his spot-on musical instincts.
Behind the scenes, Donwill’s music production work has earned him credits on everything from Michelle Buteau’s A Buteau-ful Mind (Netflix) to Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO). He has also produced theme music for award winning podcasts like Slow Burn (Slate), Another Round (Buzzfeed), #Adulting (WNYC) and served as Music Supervisor for Wyatt Cenac’s Problem Areas (HBO).
Whether he’s writing rhymes, hosting conversations, curating playlists or crafting beats Donwill brings the same authenticity and creative vision that’s made him a go-to collaborator across music, television, and podcasting.
Press Releases
Shaggy Guests on Donwill’s The Almanac of Rap, Discussing His #1 Hits and Revealing Tidbits of Hip-Hop and Dancehall History
Flying Lotus Joins The Almanac of Rap to Discuss Kuso, Captain Murphy, ‘Big Mama’ EP, and More
The Almanac of Rap Shares Audio For Live Episode Featuring Professional Mixtape Archivist Regan Sommer McCoy
Jharrel Jerome Joins Donwill to Discuss Rapping and Acting on the Latest Almanac of Rap Podcast
Donwill and Culture Critic/Podcast Host Sequoia Holmes Discuss Emo Music, Nickelodeon vs. Disney & Much More
Donwill Chats with Prolific Artist-Songwriter Grafh About His Fascinating History and Career
Raekwon Discusses Album Sequels and His Legendary Fashion Sense with Donwill on Latest Episode of Okayplayer’s The Almanac of Rap
Season 4 of Webby-Winning The Almanac of Rap Continues: Donwill Welcomes Ohio Rapper Blueprint (Soul Position, Greenhouse)
OutKast Producer Mr. DJ Joins Donwill as The Almanac of Rap Continues Season 4
Masta Ace Joins Donwill on Latest Episode of Okayplayer’s The Almanac of Rap Season 4
Havoc of Mobb Deep Joins Donwill as The Almanac of Rap Season 4 Continues
The Almanac of Rap: Donwill Sits Down With Buddhist Rapper Born I to Discuss Religion in Hip-Hop & More
Bun B Joins The Almanac of Rap: the UGK OG Talks Freestyling, Texas Slang, Trill Burgers and Much More
The Almanac of Rap Season 4 Continues: Hear Donwill’s Convo with Juno-Award Winning Rapper Shad
The Almanac of Rap Recruits 9th Wonder and Reuben Vincent as Season 4 Continues
The Almanac of Rap Season 4 Continues: Seattle Sound Architect Jake One Joins Donwill For a Wide-Ranging Convo
Cupid Joins Donwill on Webby-Award Winning ‘The Almanac Of Rap’ for Season 4 Debut Episode
Webby Award-Winning ‘The Almanac of Rap’ Podcast Announces Season 4, With Guests Bun B, Raekwon & Many More
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