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Jabari Evans is an Assistant Professor of Race and Media at the University of South Carolina’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication. His research examines digital subcultures among urban youth of color, focusing on social media strategies for self-expression and connected learning through hip-hop education. He is the author of the forthcoming book Hip-Hop Civics, analyzing a Chicago Public Schools program that integrates rap songmaking into formal education. Evans’ work has earned recognition from the International Communication Association and appears in journals like International Journal of Communication and Journal of Global Hip Hop Studies. He holds a PhD from Northwestern University’s School of Communication.
Outside academia, Evans has a two-decade career as a Grammy-recognized hip-hop artist under the name ‘Naledge’ in the group Kidz in the Hall. He hosts the podcast Uncommon Naledge, exploring intersections of race, media, and technology. Recent episodes include discussions with scholars like David Craig and Meredith Clark on topics ranging from the metaverse’s ethical implications to Black women’s digital labor on platforms like OnlyFans.
Evans’ research and creative work converge in his advocacy for equitable digital citizenship, showcased through projects like the Dreamer Studio initiative and his analysis of AI’s impact on music creation. He is affiliated with Harvard University’s Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society and frequently contributes commentary to The Conversation on cultural controversies involving hip-hop and technology.
