Hip Hop legend Darryl “DMC” McDaniels is now using his creativity to spread positive vibes in comic form. His new book, It’s Gotta Be Us with Be The People, challenges the idea that power is beyond our control. When something needs to be done, the community is powerful enough to come together to make it happen.
The creative team includes:
- Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, writer
- Anderson Cabral, Illustration and color
- Alexander Chang, Lettering, editing, design
- Loui Chin, cover art
- Be The People, publisher
- Erik Blamoville, Chief Financial Officer
I got to chat with DMC after his panel with Phoenix founder Scott Strode, where the pair explored the power of subcultures, community-building, and how to make real-world impact.
For a free copy of the comic, head here.
Check out my interview below!
Video by William Rhinesmith
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