The first keynote for the upcoming European Hip Hop Studies Conference is Mazbou Q, a.k.a. 'The Rap Scientist'. The New Zealand-based rapper will deliver a keynote talk on the science of rap, and showcase his skills as an emcee on stage as well.

Known for his breakdowns of rap flows, Mazbou Q’s theory-based framework for the analysis of flow has gained popularity in both industry and academic circles alike. As both educator and practitioner of ‘rap science', Mazbou Q continues to capture the imagination of artists, instrumentalists and music theory enthusiasts alike as he illuminates the musical complexity of Hip Hop.