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Nick Barili (also known as Nicolás Barili, Nick Huff Barili, or Nick Huff) is an award-winning Argentine-American journalist, producer, showrunner, and director. He is best known as the creator and host of the award-winning docu-series De La Calle,[1] founder and host of the digital platform Hard Knock TV, and executive producer and host SEEN with The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.[2] Barili’s bilingual storytelling and in-depth interviews[3] have led to collaborations with major brands, including The GRAMMYs, Google, Apple Music, and SXSW.[4] Over his career, Barili has profiled over 300 artists and cultural figures, including Coldplay, Pharrell, Eminem, Kevin Hart, J Balvin, Logic and Kendrick Lamar.[5]
In 2022, Barili legally changed his name to honor his mother by carrying her last name.[6]
Early Life and Education
Barili was born in London and spent his early childhood in Argentina before moving to the United States at the age of nine.[7] His mother, a journalist pursuing a Fulbright Scholarship, influenced his interest in storytelling. As an undocumented immigrant during his youth, Barili faced challenges that shaped his perspective and career path.[8] He began interning at KPFA Radio and created a local television show documenting the Bay Area hip-hop scene.[9]
Career
De La Calle
De La Calle is a docu-series created and hosted by Barili that explores the evolution of Urbano music across the Latiné diaspora and its connections to social and cultural movements. Produced with Hard Knock TV, MTV Entertainment Studios, and Zero Point Zero, the series premiered at the Tribeca Festival and the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival in 2023. It aired on Paramount+ and MTV in 2024.[10]
The series features interviews with artists such Fat Joe, N.O.R.E., Residente, Mala Rodríguez, Nicky Jam, Nicki Nicole, Villano Antillano, Sech, Goyo, Nathy Peluso, Santa Fe Klan, Jessie Reyez, Feid, Alemán, and Gente De Zona, and explores music's cultural and historical significance. Season 1 of De La Calle combines global perspectives, showcasing locales including New York, Panama, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Spain, Colombia, Argentina and Mexico.[11]
The series garnered critical acclaim, with coverage in major outlets like Deadline calling it “an essential exploration of Latin music’s global influence,”[12] and Popsugar noting its in-depth focus on the "intersection of music, identity, and storytelling." The Los Angeles Times highlighted the series' exploration of the intersection between Latin music and hip-hop, emphasizing its cultural relevance.
De La Calle was incorporated into academic discussions, including at Princeton University.[13] The series earned Barili the 2024 Imagen Award for Best Variety[1] or Reality Show and a 2025 Cinema Eye Honors nomination for Outstanding Achievement in Anthology Series.[14]
Barili discussed De La Calle in interviews on Hot 97’s Ebro in the Morning[15] and Power 106’s Brown Bag Radio[16], where he highlighted the significance of the series in shedding light on underrepresented narratives within the Latiné community. He also appeared in Hola!, which explored how the series challenges stereotypes by showcasing the diverse origins of Urbano music.[17]
International coverage of Barili's work on De La Calle included outlets like Rolling Stone en Español[8], Tiempo[18], and Diario Libre[19], reflecting its global reach with features in Argentina, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Chile, and Mexico.[20]
Hard Knock TV
Founded by Nick Barili in 2005, Hard Knock TV has conducting in-depth, interviews with some of the genre’s most prominent artists, including J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, Pharrell Williams, ASAP Rocky, Logic[21], and more.[22]
In an interview with Hard Knock TV, ASAP Rocky opened up about his struggles with homelessness and the challenges that came with his sudden rise to fame, a topic that resonated widely with fans and industry observers alike.[23] In a XXL feature, Pharrell Williams praised Kendrick Lamar for his transformative impact on hip-hop, acknowledging Lamar’s ability to shift the musical landscape during his Hard Knock TV interview.[24]
J. Cole, during his own Hard Knock TV interview, discussed his artistic influences, including the sampling of Paula Abdul and the lasting impact of Tupac Shakur, a conversation that Vibe highlighted for its depth and insight into his creative process.[25]
Hard Knock TV also made waves with an interview featuring Logic[26], where the rapper spoke about his motivation to create music that resonated deeply with his fans and the way he approaches his work, which DJBooth highlighted as a defining characteristic of his career.[27]
Rolling Stone notably referenced an interview with André 3000 on Hard Knock TV, where he opened up about his feelings of being a "sellout" during the OutKast reunion shows, a candid discussion that provided new perspectives on his iconic career.[28]
Nick Barili and Hard Knock TV received the Tecla Award for “Best Entertainment Content Creator” in 2019 at Hispanicize. In addition to interviews, Hard Knock TV has hosted celebrity basketball tournaments, Hard Knock Hoops, with sponsorships from Nike and Adidas.[29]
Hard Knock TV Latino
In 2019, Barili expanded his platform with Hard Knock TV Latino, a bilingual interview series highlighting artists like BZRP, J Balvin, and Nicki Nicole.[30]The series bridged Latino and mainstream music cultures.[31]
SEEN Series with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Barili collaborated with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to create SEEN, which received a Clio Award for its role in celebrating Latinx voices in cinema.[32] As its creator and host, Barili designed the series to spotlight the contributions and journeys of influential figures in the Latinx community. The show featured in-depth interviews with luminaries such as Eva Longoria, John Leguizamo, and Edward James Olmos, offering rare insights into their careers, challenges, and impact on the industry.[33]
Barili told Deadline: “The conversation with John resonated with me at my core. Not only is his show Freak the first time I truly felt seen, but also, he’s broken down walls for our community every step of his career. When Hollywood would only typecast him in stereotypical, one-dimensional roles, he took it upon himself to create, write and perform his own one-man shows that gave Latinos like me a chance to see themselves as three-dimensional characters that we didn’t get to see when we turned on the TV. They were complex, funny, courageous, vulnerable, and made me feel proud to be Latino.”[34]
The series also drew significant media coverage, with outlets such as Deadline, Variety, and The Hollywood Reporter highlighting its role in advancing representation within Hollywood.[35] The project exemplified the Academy’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity while solidifying Barili’s reputation as a leading voice in purpose-driven storytelling.[36]
Billboard Presents Cultura Clash
editIn 2020, Nick Barili appeared in Billboard Presents Cultura Clash: What Is Latinx?, a series produced by Billboard that explores the evolving identity of the Latinx community. The episode features Barili contributing to a nuanced discussion about the term "Latinx," its cultural significance, and its role in fostering inclusivity within the Hispanic and Latin American diaspora.[37]
SXSW Keynote Conversations
Barili’s collaboration with SXSW began in 2013 with a keynote interview featuring 50 Cent.[38] Over the years, he has led conversations with artists like Residente, Darryl McDaniels of Run-DMC and Wyclef Jean and hosted panels with industry executives like Salaam Remi,Just Blaze,Tunji Balogun, Ibrahim Hamad, and Lenny S.[39]
Hip-Hop's Second Act: How Rap Pioneers Are Reinventing
Barili partnered with AARP to create Hip-Hop's Second Act: How Rap Pioneers Are Reinventing, a documentary series celebrating hip-hop legends such as Rakim, Yo-Yo, Cypress Hill and Run DMC, as they navigate life and career milestones beyond their early fame.[40] The series explores how iconic rap artists continue to influence culture while reinventing themselves through entrepreneurship, mentorship, and personal growth.[41] Through intimate storytelling, Barili highlights the resilience and legacy of hip-hop’s trailblazers.
Collaborations with The GRAMMYs
Barili hosted and produced an in-depth interview series for The GRAMMYs[42], featuring artists like Andre 3000, Pharrell, Common, and Chuck D.[43]
References
edit- ^ a b Foundation, Imagen (2024-09-09). "Winners of the 39th Annual Imagen Awards Announced". Imagen Foundation. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "ACADEMY LAUNCHES "SEEN," A NEW INTERVIEW SERIES FOCUSED ON LATINX ARTISTS AND FILMMAKERS | Oscars.org | Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences". www.oscars.org. 2022-02-03. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "The Incredible True Story Behind Logic Asking J. Cole Permission to Use His Message for "AfricAryaN"". DJBooth. 2017-05-19. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "Nick Huff Barili". SXSW 2025 Schedule. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "'De La Calle' docuseries explores the evolution of Latin music and its connection to hip-hop". Los Angeles Times. 2023-11-08. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Journalist Nick Barili talks new Paramount+ docuseries "De La Calle" - CBS Los Angeles". www.cbsnews.com. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Ferreira, Johanna (2023-11-13). ""De la Calle" Explores Latin Music's Roots, Evolution, and Connection to Hip-Hop 1 City at a Time". Popsugar. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ a b "Freestyle de la calle con Nick Barili". Rolling Stone en Español (in Spanish). 2024-04-05. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Sciences, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and. "Nick Barili and The Academy Team Up for New YouTube Series 'Seen'". Academy Newsletter. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Ferreira, Johanna (2022-06-08). "Nick Barili's New Docuseries "De La Calle" Explores the Origins of Latinx Music". Popsugar. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (2023-10-05). "Nick Barili's Music Docuseries 'De La Calle' Sets Paramount+ Premiere". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (2022-05-19). "MTV Entertainment Studios Greenlights Music & Culture Docuseries 'De La Calle' From Nick Barili". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Hip Hop and Mental Health: A Conversation with Nick Barili on Monday, November 11th | Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship (ProCES)". proces.princeton.edu. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "De La Calle". Cinema Eye Honors. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ HOT 97 (2023-11-10). Nicolas Barili On Latinos Impact In Hip Hop, + 'De La Calle' Docuseries. Retrieved 2024-11-20 – via YouTube.
{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Power 106 Los Angeles (2023-11-18). Nick Barili Talks His New Docuseries De La Calle & Latino Contributions in Hip-Hop. Retrieved 2024-11-20 – via YouTube.
{{cite AV media}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "'De la Calle' explores if Latinos were co-founders of Hip Hop". HOLA! USA. 2023-10-23. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Nick Barili: "Este es un trabajo de amor al género urbano que expresa el orgullo de ser latino"" (in Spanish). 2023-11-08. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ ""De la Calle", la docuserie de MTV de Nick Barili que explora los cimientos de la música latina". Diario Libre (in Spanish). 2024-04-17. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "'De La Calle' to the World: A Culture Born and a Journey into the Latino Diaspora | Wehpa". 2022-08-11. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "Logic Set to Release New Beat Pack 'Twitch Tape Vol. 1'". Complex. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "hardknocktv". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Video: A$AP Rocky Talks Homophobia, Living in Homeless Sh..." Complex. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ C.M, Emmanuel C. M. Emmanuel (2014-02-01). "Pharrell Applauds Kendrick Lamar On How He's Changing The Industry - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ VIBE (2011-07-14). "J. Cole Talks Sampling Paula Abdul, 2Pac's Influence, New vs. Old Fans". VIBE.com. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Penrose, Nerisha (2017-05-19). "Logic 'Almost Cried' Over J.Cole Feature on 'AfricAryaN'". Billboard. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Logic Says He Doesn't Make Music for Hip-Hop "Culture," He Makes Music for "My Fans"". DJBooth. 2018-03-19. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Blistein, Jon (2014-12-04). "Andre 3000 'Felt Like a Sellout' Doing Outkast Reunion Shows". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ https://hiphopdx.com, HipHopDX- (2013-07-03). "Drumma Boy, DJ Khalil Compete In Hard Knock TV's "Hard Knock Hoops"". HipHopDX. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
{{cite web}}: External link in|last= - ^ "Nick Huff Barili: el marplatense creador de Hard Knock TV - itMarDelPlata". mardelplata.italiani.it (in Spanish). Archived from the original on 2021-03-04. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ ""El hip hop es un punto de vista": la interesante investigación de Nick Barili sobre el género urbano en América". Todo Noticias (in Spanish). 2023-11-18. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ "Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences: 'ACADEMY SEEN' with Nick Barili - The Clios". Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "'Seen' interview series features pioneer Latinx artists and filmmakers". ABC7 Los Angeles. 2022-03-24. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Cordero, Rosy (2022-01-24). "Movie Academy Launches Latin Interview Series Featuring John Leguizamo, Eva Longoria And Edward James Olmos". Deadline. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Sharf, Zack (2022-01-26). "John Leguizamo Says He Avoided the Sun 'For Years' to Stay Light-Skinned for Hollywood Roles". Variety. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Escobar, Cristina (2022-03-11). "Can the Oscars Fix Their Latinx Problem With Nick Barili's 'SEEN'?". Latino Rebels. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ Roiz, Jessica (2021-10-13). "What Is Latinx? Ally Brooke, Francisca Valenzuela & Nick Huff Barili Discuss Term in New 'Cultura Clash'". Billboard. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ https://hiphopdx.com, HipHopDX- (2013-05-24). "50 Cent Speaks On Promoting "Conscious Capitalism"". HipHopDX. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
{{cite web}}: External link in|last= - ^ "The Evolution of A&R in Hip Hop | SXSW 2016 Event Schedule". SXSW Schedule 2016. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ O (2019-12-03). "AARP Celebrates Hip-Hop's Pioneers, Kicks Off Series With Rakim [Video]". Hip-Hop Wired. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
- ^ https://hiphopdx.com, HipHopDX- (2019-12-11). "#DXCLUSIVE: Yo-Yo Explains Why She Embraced AARP's Hip Hop Campaign". HipHopDX. Retrieved 2024-11-20.
{{cite web}}: External link in|last= - ^ C.M, Emmanuel C. M. Emmanuel (2014-02-01). "Pharrell Applauds Kendrick Lamar On How He's Changing The Industry - XXL". XXL Mag. Retrieved 2025-01-06.
- ^ "The GRAMMYs x Hard Knock TV In-Depth Interviews". YouTube. Retrieved 2024-11-20.