Stress magazine #9 is now available, which includes:

• A feature article about EPMD, in preparation for the release of their new album, Back In Business, talking about the reunion, how deaths of Tupac and Biggie affected them, and how the new album compares to their classic albums

• Designing Women from Jamaica Invade NYC, a feature article about the Jamaican fashion icons and dancers the Ouch! Crew, going over the origins of the group and challenges they faced throughout their journey

• Beyond The Velvet Ropes, a feature article about prominent New York party promoters Everton Hird & Todd Johnson, Jessica Rosenbaum, John "Gungie" Rivera, The Kalodge Projects Crew, and Crybaby

• Grassroots: Up from Under by Force, an article about the youth-led grassroots organization Youth Force, talking about its creation, the inner works of the organization, and its impact

• An interview with O.C. and his parents, discussing parenting, family values, relationship with women, as well as his latest album, Jewelz, and the mindset he was in during the recording process

• An interview with the actor Shiek Mahmud-Bey, on growing up with a military father, portraying Muslims, and challenges he faced during the filming of Path to Paradise

• Reviews of the new albums from No I.D., Skoota, Sanchez, Royal Flush, and Wynton Marsalis & The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, as well as singles from Mos Def and Company Flow

• Writer's Corner section, featuring an autobiography by the graffiti artist Ghost

And much more! Check out the full issue here.