Michael Jackson: Hip-Hop Collaborations
On the ninth anniversary of his passing wanted to celebrate Michael Jackson’s music through the collaborations he conducted with prominent hip-hop artists. He made his debut with a hip-hop artist on 1991’s Dangerous album. He would have other hip-hop collaborations...
Michael Jackson: Hip Hop Ties
It is hard to believe that it has been nine years since the passing of Michael Jackson. His music is timeless and his legacy will continue to live on through those he inspired performance wise and musically. In hip hop his music has been sampled numerous times,...
LL CooL J: Real Hip Hop Ambassador (Part 2)
In celebrating the launch of LL Cool J’s recent launch of the Siruis XM channel “Rock The Bells” radio wanted to continue digging in his extensive discography of tracks. Providing prime examples as to why LL Cool J among hip hop purists is considered to be one of the...
LL Cool J: Real Hip Hop Ambassador (Part 1)
LL Cool J is on a mission to provide an outlet on Sirius XM radio of pure, raw, uncut hip hop. His channel “Rock The Bells Radio” had just launched in late March. Playing cuts from hip hop’s inception in the late 70’s through the early 2000’s. He made it clear that...
Notorious Big and Craig Mack: The B.I.G. Mack Attack
The year was 1994. Sean Combs aka Puff Daddy or Diddy had been let go from his position as vice president of Uptown Records talent and marketing divisions by his mentor Andre Harrell. At that point in time he had built up a track record helping shape and mold acts...
Will Smith: New Project on The Horizon?!?!
Will Smith recently has been showing to the world that after all these years that he still has the itch to get behind the mic and spit a couple of bars. Whether it is in the studio and doing a freestyle or hopping on songs with his son Jaden Smith or the artist Nicky...
MC Hammer: Death Row Records Connection
Death Row Records in the mid-90s was a powerhouse that no one wanted to reckon with. There were plans of expansion. The establishment of a Death Row East with Eric B as the President and a roster consisting of the likes of Big Daddy Kane, Wu-Tang Clan (some...
Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg: Rare and Unreleased Gems
It has been well documented that Dr. Dre is a perfectionist in the studio. One can only imagine the ridiculous amounts of music he has stashed in the vaults. Music that fans would go crazy for. Songs if they were ever released would stand the test of time and be...
Craig Mack: Beyond Flava In Your Ear
Recently a clip has made its way to the internet of Craig Mack being interviewed. More than likely it was conducted shortly before his passing in March from congestive heart failure at the age of 46. The piece focuses on Craig Mack being swindled by an individual to...
Shaquille O’Neal: Possible Return of Shaq Diesel
It feels like the year 1994. You see Shaq on your television set doing commercials pitching everything across the board. This month though he has taken it to a new level by resurrecting his video game Shaq-Fu: a Legend Reborn for a new generation. As well as...
Nas and Dr Dre: During the 90s Bicoastal Conflict and Beyond
Last night the wait for a new Nas album finally came to an end. Nasir, executively produced by Kanye West has been well received by fans and critics alike. It is a testament to his greatness that after being in the game for close to 30 years he can deliver a project...
Jay-Z and Big Daddy Kane: Brooklyn’s Finest
When discussing the greatest emcees in hip hop, Jay-Z and Big Daddy Kane have to be in that conversation otherwise it is blasphemy. Big Daddy Kane laid down the foundation and blueprint while Jay-Z ran with it. There is a reason if you are familiar with both of their...
Nas and DJ Premier: Next Album on Deck?!?!
This Friday Nas will return to the forefront of hip hop, dropping the new album produced by Kanye West. Prior to this project though fans have been clamoring for the Nas and DJ Premier collaboration project that has been in talks since 2005. The last time it was...
Nas and Kanye: Major Album Dropping
Kanye West's rollout of producing five projects in consecutive weeks so far has been a success. The first project, Daytona by Pusha T released on May 25th debuted in the top 5 of the billboard charts. More importantly he created quite a stir with the back and forth...
Rick Ross: Giving Pioneers that Maybach Music Shine
Throughout his career there have been moments where Rick Ross has put pioneers back in the spotlight. Giving them that “Maybach Music” shine. Artists who trailblazed paths but in recent years had kept a quiet profile. Rick Ross truly understands and respects the...
Pusha T and Rock Ross: Talks of a Collaboration Project
Over the last few weeks Pusha T has been making the rounds doing promo for his album Daytona executively produced by Kanye West. The interviews were largely focused on the back and forth between him and Drake that was ultimately ended by J Prince. One thing...
Eminem: The Return of Slim Shady
Eminem is about to embark on a European Tour for his project Revival released in late 2017. The project had a very polarizing reception. Some have applauded the tone and direction it took while others reminisce the “Old Eminem”. His work which was heavily laced with...
Jay-Z and DJ Clark Kent: On the Come Up
Jay-Z once again has kicked off another tour this summer which is sure to be a success. This go around will be in support of his critically acclaimed album 4:44. There is no question Jay-Z has had a long illustrious career dating all the way...
