Man, this is a treat. I got the opportunity to talk to Rob Swift of the X-Ecutioners. We spoke about alot, music, comic books, what makes a good DJ, and the history of Hip Hop. We touch upon the legacy of the X-men and impact of the late great Roc Raida. Rob just recently kicked …
bigboyNERD podcast Intro
This is the intro episode to my podcast, I finally have it out, I want to thank you all for your support! First episode will be out this week!
Old Hip Hop head’s criticisms of new music is an act of self preservation
http://www.getyarn.io/yarn-clip/e7631b80-990f-4131-936d-4a9ebea51000 When old rap heads criticize new rap music, it is an act of self preservation. They are not only trying to preserve the history and integrity of hip hop, but the cultural importance of it's existence. It is a black art that quickly shaped itself into a rite of passage. Like the negro spiritual, …
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Hoodlem – Firing Line
I’ve tried it, every time I’ve listed to this song I’ve tried to turn it off and it’s impossible. It’s just that alluring. Hoodlem made something that has the sexual appeal of your 9th grade crush. Between the dark cords and the sultry voice of the lead singer, you are in for a treat. Now …
Wallpaper of the Day : (Kiddie) Star Wars
And in honor of Star Wars being released in 4 days!!!!! A Star Wars Wallpaper from the one and only, Skottie Young.
#WhatUshouldBListening2 : 1am Night Edition
Hello all! This is officially my third mixtape. It was pretty sporadic, I just kept mixing songs that I thought would work together. There was no playlist of songs, no thoughtful process, I just went with my gut. I guess that's the makings of a good DJ? I'm not too sure, but I do know …
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#WhatUshouldBlistening2 : Indie Hip Hop Edition pt 1
Hey ya'll I just completed my next mixing project. And If i do say so myself it's better than my my first. I have complied a few of my favorite indie / underground hip hop artist that I think you should be listening to. They all incredible libraries of work and most importantly they are …
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#WhatUshouldBlistening2 : Rome Fortune
Hailing in from Atlanta Georgia, Rome Fortune is a that new rapper taking the underground by storm. In a world where all of the music production sounds like Dj Mustard and all the hooks are Drake inspired, Fortune is refreshing, not because he's new, but because you cannot define his sound. While his personality and …
Missy Elliot – WTF Feat Pharrell
That's it, she's back. It's been so long and I couldn't be more excited. Missy Elliot came out with a new video. The Queen of Pop Rap music has blessed us with visuals from her new song "WTF (Where they from)". As usual, the video is nuts, complete with innovative directing and unbelievable dancing. Like …
{What You Should B Listening 2} Michael Jackson – Thriller (Reflex Halloween Edit)
OK, Halloween is literally tomorrow, and I don't know about you, but I cannot go a Halloween without hearing Michael Jackson's classic song, Thriller. But this version I discovered is a bit different, can I say scarier? Yea, that's it, scarier. The composition of the song has been rearranged and elements of the song are …
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