Before an emcee ever sets foot on stage, understand one thing: Eliturite, one of the GMs of RVA Rap Elite, is watching. We chopped it up with him to break down exactly what it takes to stand out at one of Richmond's most celebrated Hip Hop showcases.

RVA Rap Elite doesn’t skimp on bringing new emcees into the fold. With a completely different lineup each episode, the energy is expected to peak… again.