by BERNADETTE GIACOMAZZO
MC Lyte has always been a vocal proponent of the role of women in Hip Hop, but the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop has the legendary MC reflecting on how the female force has been silenced…until now.
The “Ice Cream Dream” rapper spoke to Hip Hop Wired ahead of the I AM Woman event at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., which takes place on Sunday (June 4). The second annual event, which celebrates women in Hip Hop, has the history maker reflecting on what the culture would look like without female influences.
“The importance of the 50th is that it started 50 years ago,......
by MICHAEL SAPONARA
LONG ISLAND, NY -
The LOX took Hot 97’s Summer Jam to another level when they brought out Rakim in celebration of Hip Hop 50 to perform as a special guest.
Summer Jam relocated from Metlife Stadium to Long Island’s UBS Arena for Sunday night’s show (June 4) where Jadakiss, Styles P and Sheek Louch touched the stage.
The Yonkers-bred trio surprised the New York fans by bringing out The God MC to perform 1986’s “Eric B. Is President.”
“We bringing out somebody that meant so much to us my n-gga,” Sheek said.
Rakim hit the stage in a red......
by Cortney AlexanderGone are the days when traditional terrestrial radio dominated the airwaves. The emergence and rapid growth of online radio stations have revolutionized the way people consume audio content. In this article, we delve into the rise and popularity of online radio stations, exploring the factors contributing to their success and the unique advantages they offer over traditional radio.One of the most significant advantages of online radio stations is their ability to reach a global audience. Unlike traditional radio, which is limited by geographic boundaries, online radio stations can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.
This accessibility allows......
by Cortney AlexanderIn today's digital age, the music industry has experienced a significant shift towards online platforms and streaming services. With the ease and accessibility of digital music, physical copies, such as CDs and vinyl records, have taken a backseat. However, in this article, we will explore the reasons why rap artists and musicians should consider returning to selling hard copies of their music.Hard copies of music offer a tangible representation of an artist's work. They provide an opportunity for musicians to express their creativity beyond the boundaries of a digital file. Album covers, lyric booklets, and special edition packaging allow artists to enhance the visual......
by Cortney AlexanderIn the realm of hip-hop, few record labels have captivated audiences and left an indelible mark quite like Griselda Records. Born from the gritty streets of Buffalo, New York, Griselda Records has emerged as a powerhouse in the rap game, showcasing raw talent, authenticity, and a throwback sound that harkens back to the genre's golden era. In this article, we explore the rise of Griselda Records and the factors that have propelled it to the forefront of contemporary hip-hop.At the core of Griselda Records' success is the unwavering vision of its founders: Westside Gunn, Conway the Machine, and Benny the Butcher. The trio, who grew up together in Buffalo, established a......
by Ny MaGee
*Ice-T is warning hip-hop artists to be cautious when giving podcast interviews in order to prevent their words from being misconstrued.
"Artist Public Service: Doing Interviews can be risky if you Don't know what you're doing," he shared on Twitter on May 12. "They will talk to you for hours hoping you say one thing they can TWIST and hype up for clicks. Unfortunately, most podcasts have now DEVOLVED to this BS. Just saying."
As Vibe reports, Ice-T previously called on artists to stop wearing jewelry in L.A.
"People are still hitting me up about my comments about LA Gang culture," Ice-T tweeted in September 2022, after PnB Rock was murdered in......
by MICHAEL SAPONARA
LOS ANGELES, CA -
Tory Lanez is set to be sentenced next month for his role as the alleged triggerman in the July 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion — and prosecutors are calling for the judge to show little leniency.
According to Law&Crime reporter Meghann Cuniff, Deputy District Attorneys Kathy Ta and Alex Bott filed a motion on Tuesday (May 23) calling for Lanez to receive a hefty prison sentence for his alleged crime.
In the filing, they argue the Canadian rapper “demonstrated a high level of callousness” when he allegedly fired five shots at Megan Thee......
by JANELLE WHARTON
IN NYC, THERE’S MORE THAN ONE HIP-HOP CLUB TO CHOOSE FROM. FROM BROOKLYN TO HARLEM, THESE ARE SOME OF THE BEST HIP-HOP CLUBS IN THE CITY.
New York City has been taking some time over the years to wake up from its post-lockdown slumber. Rising from the ashes of vacant clubs and dance floors, it seems as if new, aesthetically pleasing places to go are created every day in a push for the city to return to its former nightlife capital glory. There are many NYC clubs, with most of them catering to the house and EDM demographics. But the melting pot essence that gives the city its charm falls short when representing other kinds of spaces in the club......
by ROBYN MOWATT
“The way I put this film together is how J Dilla puts together beats.” Referring to his soon-to-be-released second film as a director, a remake of the ‘90s cult classic White Men Can’t Jump, Calmatic is joined alongside the film’s lead stars, Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow, as he talks about the movie following a screening of it at NYC’s AMC Lincoln Square. It’s a fitting statement for someone who’s loved hip-hop since he was a kid, the genre not only influencing his artistic sensibilities but being his gateway into becoming a sought after music video — and now, feature film — director.
Growing up......
by MARISA MENDEZ
Benny The Butcher will be dropping a new album with Hit-Boy later this summer, but he’s letting fans know ahead of time – expect to hear a whole new sound.
The Buffalo native took to Twitter to let his followers know how he’ll be coming this round on Saturday (May 20). Instead of a whole album full of hard-hitting boom bap beats like he came to fame on, he’ll be switching up the sound on some of his songs – as he feels the lane has become too crowded.
“NO…my album won’t be loaded up with boom bap beats…I did that already,” he wrote. “the sound watered down......
