Category: Hip Hop

It Needs To Be CED: Hip Hop Has to Get Political

Hip Hop has gone global in a way that no one expected, not even the forefathers could have predicted what was once labeled a fad. The great thing about Hip Hop, in the beginning, was the fact that it gave inner city dwellers a voice to express what was on their mind, create something within… Continue reading It Needs To Be CED: Hip Hop Has to Get Political

Drake and The Weeknd Lead with the Most Nominations for THE 2016 IHEARTRADIO MUCH MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS, June 19

– New award categories this year include Best New Canadian Artist and iHeartRadio Canadian Single of the Year – – New for 2016, fans can register at Much.com for a chance to secure wristbands beginning June 1 at 4 p.m. ET – – Supermodel Gigi Hadid hosts THE 2016 IHEARTRADIO MMVAs, June 19 at 9 p.m. ET on… Continue reading Drake and The Weeknd Lead with the Most Nominations for THE 2016 IHEARTRADIO MUCH MUSIC VIDEO AWARDS, June 19

The Roots and Drive-By Truckers to Headline Lowdown Hudson Music Fest July 12 & 13

Arts Brookfield‘s annual Lowdown Hudson Music Fest returns for the sixth consecutive year to Lower Manhattan’s Hudson River waterfront this July 12 and July 13, 2016. Headlined by the legendary hip-hop band The Roots on Tuesday and Southern rockers Drive-By Truckers on Wednesday, the free summer festival is set at the picturesque Brookfield Place Waterfront… Continue reading The Roots and Drive-By Truckers to Headline Lowdown Hudson Music Fest July 12 & 13

The Game ft. Problem & Boogie “Roped Off”

THE GAME “ROPED OFF” FEATURING PROBLEM & BOOGIE The Game brings you back into Compton to highlight some of the best it’s got to offer with “Roped Off”.  The track features the classic Compton sound and highlighting hard hitting rhymes from Game, Problem & Boogie. Related Links: Evan Barlow- All The Way Up (Remix) Rico Real – I Got… Continue reading The Game ft. Problem & Boogie “Roped Off”

Haddy Racks Hoodlifemovement Interview

Haddy Racks Speaks about the art of Hustling his music within the last 10 Plus Years. He speaks about being in Group (KURUPT MONEY) years ago and working with LEGENDARY PRODUCER “BUCKWILD”. Also elaborated on the importance of having a great team and great manager (DOVE) Tygereyeent. Related Links: D-Nice Presents True Hip-Hop Stories: Greg… Continue reading Haddy Racks Hoodlifemovement Interview

The Soul Rebels Join Nas at the 12th Annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival

  The Soul Rebels  Nas taps brass ensemble The Soul Rebels to join him for the 12th Annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Joining headliner Nas as his special guests on July 16th for the finale of the 12th Annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival are The Soul Rebels, the jazzy eight-piece brass ensemble hailing straight from New Orleans, who know… Continue reading The Soul Rebels Join Nas at the 12th Annual Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival

Dana Dane Is… Legendary

Growing up in a time where the crime rate in the biggest city on Earth was disheartening, to say the least. Being a young Black boy growing up in Brooklyn didn’t always lead to a positive path in the eyes of many. The choices one had at the time wasn’t as bright and open as… Continue reading Dana Dane Is… Legendary

Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Originally published on The Industry Cosign January 28, 2015 Being the only female of your crew gives you the opportunity to stand out and be recognized in a light others in your group may not get. This is especially relevant in Hip-Hop. Look at Eve (Ruff Ryders), Lil Kim (Junior Mafia) and The Lady of… Continue reading Angela Yee: ‘If You Aren’t In Love With What You Do, Then How Can You Give 110%?’

Rico Real – I Got It I Got It

When it comes to the love and passion of making music, Rico Real has been through the roughest weather, but still manages to stand tall.  The Atlanta-based artist and producer’s interest in music came from family influences and hip-hop and R&B legends.  Raised by a single hustling mother, he had a strong desire to piece… Continue reading Rico Real – I Got It I Got It

Justin Paul x Big Piph “Garrett Morgan”

Little Rock rapper Big Piph follows up his well-received I Am Not Them EP with a new feature on Justin Paul’s single, “Garrett Morgan.” For those who don’t know, Garrett Morgan was a prominent (and multi-dimensional) Black inventor, born to former slaves.  Despite having only a sixth grade education, he invented the traffic signal, amongst other things.  He was also a successful entrepreneur,… Continue reading Justin Paul x Big Piph “Garrett Morgan”

J.R. Donato – Not for None

  Video: J.R. Donato – “Not for None” (Prod. by Ziggy Jetson)     Following a Stand-Out Verse On “Make A Play” From Wiz Khalifa’s Khalifa Album, 22-Year-Old North Chicago Rapper Shares Video via HipHopDX     Critical Praise: Related Links: Bizarre Ft. $auce “The Devil” King Harris “Birds Of A Feather” Montana of 300… Continue reading J.R. Donato – Not for None

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