BE’N ORIGINAL
Introducing Jenesis – The Beginning of Something Great
At a time when there are far more artists who follow trends than set them, it’s always great to find talent who dares to differ. Jenesis is more than just visual eye candy, her hard hitting lyrics and delivery are just as sweet to your ears. The voluptuous host of the new web based show,…
A Quick Word on Cultural Appropriation from The Editor
I strongly disagree with the suggestion that Eminem’s Grammy win is a win for the appropriation of black culture. I believe there are artists from all cultures who truly personify the core principles hip hop embodies. You don’t have to be black to identify with our struggle while it has to be acknowledged that others…
Mixtape: K Camp – One Way
New mixtape from K Camp “One Way.” Post your thoughts and views in the comments below. Download Mixtape | Free Mixtapes Powered by DatPiff.com
5 Reasons Why Flex’s Jay Z Rants Are Lame
How many of you wasted precious minutes of your life over the weekend listening to Hot 97’s Funkmaster Flex’s rants? While he undisputedly contributed to hip hop’s growth in New York (while making money from his promotion company and DJ pool… hmmm), his recent actions reek of a desperation to stay relevant. Let’s get into…
A&R Report: Avion Blackstone – An Artist of a Different Kind
Today’s feature is one artist unlike many. Avion Blackstone’s penchant for creating good music is as undeniable as her look is creative. Don’t believe it? Check out her plays on Spotify and get back to us. When did you start performing? I started performing a very early age, I can remember reaching up to play…
A&R Report: Rhyme Scheme – Business Over Pleasure
Detroit is the birthplace of many of hip hop’s most respected names including Eminem, Big Sean, and Royce Da 5’9. Continuing the city’s proud heritage, Rhyme Scheme brings his life experiences growing up in the “D” with a honest street leveled perspective that’s many of XXL’s Freshman lack. Peep game and check out his new single, Business…
A&R Report: Esh the Singer / Red and Reckless
You have to respect artists who live for their craft. It’s what they do. Not for fame or success, but because music is a part of the very core of their being. It”s who they are. Esh the singer is one of the few who represents it to the fullest. Bear witness. When did you…