hip-hop
Hipsters are everywhere, and according to the plaid-wearing, American Apparel-sporting, thrift store-shopping, everything in life is ironic sub-culture, “you ain’t never there.” After a few studies, we now know that one third of Americans think hipsters are annoying, but hipsters have super powers beyond our control. Not only have they systematically taken over much of […]
Erykah, Erykah, Erykah. Man, there’s just something about Erykah Badu. Don’t know if it’s her energy or her spirit, her mesmerizing eyes or her deep soul, but whatever mysterious qualities Erykah Badu possesses, they’re magical. Over the past year, Kendrick Lamar has expressed his desire to creatively work with the legendary soul singer, and at […]
We told you the Obamas were the realest family ever to hold down the White House. And now, the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama, is planning on releasing a hip-hop album for her “Let’s Move” health and exercise program. But, to our dismay, FLOTUS will NOT be rapping. Instead the album, set […]
Versace, Versace, Versace, Versace. Rappers love Versace, and Donatella Versace seems to love them back. Over the weekend, Drake released a song titled “Versace” where he’s featured as a guest on Migos’ street anthem. The relationship between hip-hop and Versace has been a long standing one, which began almost twenty years ago when the late […]
Have you ever wondered how young the “young” rappers really are? Well, thankfully for you, we know all of their ages. From the time they dropped their first studio album to now, some “young” rappers were young and others…not so much. Rappers like the Young Gunz were in their late teens/early twenties when they kicked […]
Damn, Scarface is airing the music industry out. Legendary rapper Scarface sat down in an extremely candid interview with Hardknock TV, where he discussed the state of hip-hop, Tupac, and how he thinks hip-hop is wack because of “old white executives.” When asked about his opinion of the state of hip-hop, Scarface responded: “I feel […]
What’s a world without video games? What’s a world without hip-hop? Well, there’s no contemplating that thought with Hungry Eyes Film and Television Inc. & XMG Studio‘s innovative mobile gaming app “The Music Biz,” which merges gaming and hip-hop into one crazy creative experience. In “The Music Biz” gamers – aspiring artists and music enthusiasts alike […]
Miley Cyrus is cool. Cooler than we all know. PHOTOS: Interesting! Miley Cyrus Hits The Studio Pharrell Williams & Tyler, The Creator Besides kicking it in the studio with Pharrell Williams and Odd Future frontman Tyler, the Creator, Miley Cyrus has been increasing her hood credibility one co-sign at a time. On Friday, Miley Cyrus […]
Who down with GOP? Nicki Minaj apparently! Nicki Minaj definitely made headlines this morning with her verse on Lil Wayne’sDedication 4 “Mercy” freestyle, where she rhymes about voting for Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. DETAILS: SAY IT AIN’T SO! Nicki Minaj Says She’s Voting Mitt Romney Obviously, Nicki’s Republican endorsement didn’t sit too well with many […]
The world of hip-hop has been rocked once again by the untimely death of legendary impresario Chris Lighty. MUST READ: Chris Lighty Will Be Greatly Missed By All Of Us…By Russell Simmons Over the past decade, Chris Lighty, also known as, “Baby Chris,” by those who knew him best, has worked his way from the […]
Friday The 13th is the best and the worst day ever!
Today, 50 years ago, rock and roll was born. OK, that’s probably a little extreme. But today, 50 years ago, The Rolling Stones played their first gig together, starting a historic musical relationship that can’t be matched. PHOTOS: GLAM ROCK! 15 Rock Stars Who Wear More Makeup Than A Teenage Girl A half a century […]