by BRANDON HILL
A Boston Music Festival is Helping Keep the City's Black Music Story Alive
A growing music festival in Boston is stepping into a leading role in the city’s under-invested infrastructure for musicians of color, working to change the belief that a scene can’t thrive here.
Boston was once a refugee for Black musicians fleeing or protesting New York’s racist cabaret card laws. From the early ‘40s to the late ‘60s, if liquor was served alongside danceable grooves in integrated rooms, the New York police would have their say in who was permitted on stage. A marijuana possession charge was enough to bar artists like Charlie......
by JAELANI TURNER WILLIAMS
Lil Wayne will join sports columnist Skip Bayless on Fox Sports 1 podcast Undisputed. Since the exit of former co-host Shannon Sharpe, Bayless has teamed up with various guests in the interim, but welcomes the Funeral rapper for the podcast’s relaunch.
"Brother Wayne is as into our relaunch as I am," Bayless said. "He is heart and soul into the relaunch and by the way, bigger picture, Wayne has agreed every Friday going forward to doing a segment with me live. He might not always be in the studio, depending on his schedule but he is going to join me every Friday for a......
by ELIJAH C. WATSON
DEMETRIUS "BIG MEECH" FLENORY WILL NOW LIKELY BE RELEASED IN 2028.
Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory has had a few years cut from his 30-year prison sentence for his involvement in the infamous Black Mafia Family drug ring.
In a report from The Detroit News, a federal judge reduced Meech's prison sentence by three years, with the judge starting that Meech was entitled to a reduction because of changes in sentencing guidelines since he was convicted. Now, the Black Mafia Family leader will likely be released in 2028 instead of 2031.
"He has demonstrated strong commitment to rehabilitation during his......
by KARAN SINGH
NEW YORK, NY -
LL COOL J is all set to kick off his North American tour with The Roots following a warmup show at Rock The Bells festival in New York over the weekend.
On Sunday (August 6), Questlove posted a video of the Hip Hop veteran performing his part on EPMD’s 1991 classic “Rampage” alongside Black Thought.
The heavyweight duet served as as a preview of their upcoming trek, which will feature LL COOL J, The Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff and DJ Z-Trip, plus several other guest performers.
“Another Brotha’s Fan? Forget How You Feel!” Quest......
by MACKENZIE CUMMINGS-GRADY
Jeezy has shared more details about his new memoir and elaborated on the meaning behind its title.
In a candid sit-down with Good Morning America, Jeezy said he wanted his new book Adversity For Sale to inspire people to follow their dreams, and said he hopes the memoir can demonstrate that failure is never the end of the road, but the beginning.
“I think people always tell you about their success stories, but one thing that I’ve learned about life is that in every failure there’s a lesson,” Jeezy said. “And every time I ever failed it set me up for my next task. I think to......
Hip Hop for life.
In celebration of hip hop’s 50th anniversary, Men’s Health magazine brings some of the genre’s most fit gentlemen for their chiseled issue.
The September issue includes Busta Rhymes, 50 Cent, Method Man, Common, Ludacris, and Wiz Khalifa showcasing their physique in the print’s flip cover and discussing their musical and fitness journeys.
“I’m doing two-a-day workouts, everything: weights, circuits, sauna, cryotherapy,” says Busta who most recently lost 100 lbs. “Also, it’s gonna inspire people when they see you in shape when you walking around here moving and shaking. Me, 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, a lot of......
by The Raw Hip-hop, as a genre, has evolved over the years, but its core essence has always been rooted in storytelling through powerful and poetic lyrics. In this article, we'll celebrate the top 5 lyrical artists who have consistently captivated audiences with their razor-sharp wordplay, insightful narratives, and thought-provoking rhymes. These wordsmiths have left an indelible mark on the hip-hop community, setting a standard for lyricism that continues to inspire generations of artists and fans alike.1. Kendrick Lamar:Hailing from Compton, California, Kendrick Lamar stands as a formidable force in the world of hip-hop. Renowned for his intricate storytelling and introspective......
by Cortney Alexander
Corporate America, often hailed as a beacon of economic prosperity, conceals a dark underbelly that plagues countless employees across the United States. Under the guise of productivity and profit, a disturbing trend has emerged - the rampant overworking and underpaying of employees. This article delves into the harrowing realities faced by workers in various industries, shedding light on the consequences of a system that prioritizes profits over the well-being of its most valuable asset - the workforce.The 40-hour workweek, once considered the norm, has gradually eroded, leaving employees grappling with exhausting schedules that extend far beyond the traditional......
JAELANI TURNER WILLIAMS
Female rappers are getting their turn in upcoming Netflix docuseries Ladies First: A Story of Women In Hip-Hop. Premiering on August 9, the 4-part special – executive produced by dream hampton, Troy Carter, Raeshem Nijhon, Carri Twigg, MC Lyte, Nicole Galovski, Justin Simien, and Jennifer Ryan – features the stories of female rappers both pioneering and contemporary.
Seen in the one-minute trailer are Latifah, MC Lyte, Roxanne Shanté, Remy Ma, Yo-Yo, Da Brat, Tierra Whack, Bahamadia, Monie......
JAELANI TURNER WILLIAMS
MC Shan has gone to Instagram to air out Nas. The Juice Crew member vented his frustrations against Nas earlier this week in a video post, where he claimed that the Queensbridge emcee was intentionally excluding him from performances tied to Hip-Hop 50. This year, Nas has toured with Wu-Tang Clan globally for the second installment of their N.Y. State of Mind Tour (which hits North America this fall). Produced by Nas’ Mass Appeal, a Hip-Hop 50 Live show will be held at Yankee Stadium on August 11, with performers including Snoop Dogg, T.I., Fat......
