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A Tribute to Legendary Rapper DMX, Dead at 50

Alain Clerine Apr 10, 2021
“X Gon’ Give it to Ya!” An iconic song title and hook from a rapper whose career was made off of distinction. From his voice, to his aesthetic, to his simultaneously vulnerable and gangster persona, DMX was going to give you his all,…
Hip Hop/Rap

DMX In Critical Condition after Overdose, Fans Pay Tribute

Alain Clerine Apr 7, 2021
Hip hop legend DMX’s long battle with addiction took a turn for the worse when it was reported that the “How’s It Goin’ Down” rapper had overdosed and was in a vegetative state, with TMZ reporting that the prognosis was not good. It was…
News

Talib Kweli Gives Update on Sophomore Black Star album

Alain Clerine Mar 24, 2021
Fans of legendary hip hop duo, Black Star, received a major boost when Talib Kweli shared promising news regarding the duo’s long-awaited album. Announced in 2018 by Yasiin Bey during a Madlib DJ set, the much-anticipated project has gone…
Hip Hop/Rap

Baddnews and Benny The Butcher are only in it for ‘Good Vibes’

Alain Clerine Mar 12, 2021
Upstate New York join forces in the latest single by burgeoning rapper, Baddnews. The Syracuse native has recruited Griselda and Buffalo’s own, Benny The Butcher for this catchy, up-tempo record about pushing through the…
Hip Hop/Rap

Wu Tang Clan To Issue Extremely Limited Photobook

Alain Clerine Mar 8, 2021
The lives and times of the Wu Tang Clan has been chronicled heavily (deservedly so) throughout their existence. Beginning with their own personal accounts in their music, to feature interviews, documentaries, tv series and now, an…
NYC Metro

Introducing Lyricster, the First Ever Matching App Exclusively for Songwriters and Musicians

Alain Clerine Feb 18, 2021
The impacts of COVID-19 have been felt throughout the entire world, with many having to deal with unfortunate tragedies as a result of the virus. Furthermore, the worldwide quarantine was a strain on many people’s mental health. Humans are…
Video

Sheff G Performs ‘Eeny Meany Miny Moe’ and “Lights On” on Vevo’s Ctrl Series

Alain Clerine Feb 16, 2021
Vevo has revealed Brooklyn emcee Sheff G as the latest artist to get spotlighted in their Ctrl series, with performances of “Eeny Meany Miny Moe” and “Lights On” from his 2020 project, Proud Of Me Now.  Vevo’s Ctrl series highlights the…
Hip Hop/Rap

Vast Aire and COSMIQ deliver some “Good Fuel”

Alain Clerine Feb 9, 2021
In anticipation of a new album, Vast Aire of Cannibal Ox, has released a brand-new record in collaboration with producer COSMIQ. With the duo’s collaborative effort set to be released soon, the hip hop veterans are hoping “Good Fuel,” will…
World/Reggae

Maxtreme Inc. and Yang 21 Come Together for “Shuda”

Alain Clerine Jan 24, 2021
Nigerian Afro-Pop singer, Yang 21, has released his latest single, “Shuda,” in collaboration with Talent Management & Music Distribution Company, Maxtreme Inc.  The upbeat, Afrocentric tune is Yang’s latest effort on the heels…
Obituaries

Duke Bootee, Pioneer, Musician and Co-Writer of ‘The Message,’ Passes Away

Alain Clerine Jan 18, 2021
Hip Hop Legend, Edward Fletcher, known professionally as, Duke Bootee, has passed away from what has been described as “congestive heart failure.” The New Jersey native is recognized for helping pioneer consciousness and social-political…
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