AOR Throwback: DJ R-Tisitc
Jul 23, 2026 · 36 min · 18 segments
On this throwback episode of **The Almanac of Rap**, **Donwill** revisits his conversation with **DJ R-Tisitc**, one of Los Angeles' most respected DJs and music curators. From his early days…
On this throwback episode of **The Almanac of Rap**, **Donwill** revisits his conversation with **DJ R-Tisitc**, one of Los Angeles' most respected DJs and music curators. From his early days producing for **The Game's Black Wall Street** to becoming a sought-after DJ for artists including **Stevie Wonder** and **Issa Rae**, DJ R-Tisitc reflects on his unconventional path into DJing and how studying regional music scenes helped shape his career. DJ R-Tisitc breaks down: The unique musical identity of Los Angeles; from G-Funk and electro to jerkin' to crumping and the influences of hyphy music. Why drill music has never truly found a home in Southern California. How producers like DJ Mustard, Terrace Martin, Channel Tres, and Blxst represent different chapters in the evolution of the city's sound. Follow **Donwill** for fun hip-hop history, cultural commentary, and more. Substack: New Music Tuesdays Instagram/Threads: @donwill Mixcloud: Donwill Website: Donwill.me Follow **DJ R-Tisitc:** Instagram: @djrtistic Web: https://www.djr-tistic.com/ Twitch: rtistic310 Created and hosted by two time Webby Award-winning host **Donwill**, *The Almanac of Rap* is produced by Okayplayer, a division of AREYA MEDIA Inc. Originally launched in 1999, Okayplayer is the original progressive music site and maintains its position as the premier digital destination for music and culture connoisseurs worldwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this throwback episode of **The Almanac of Rap**, **Donwill** revisits his conversation with **DJ R-Tisitc**, one of Los Angeles' most respected DJs and music curators. From his early days…
