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MAD SKILLZ: The Go-To Voice For Hip-Hop | R.O.A.D. #306

2024-03-01T23:33:18.521Z

Welcome to the R.O.A.D. Podcast. The show that gives you unfiltered opinions from the eyes and ears of 3 seasoned DJ’s from the Las Vegas nightclub industry.

On this week’s episode of the @RoadPodcast, the crew bring back Grammy nominated-songwriter, ghostwriter, rapper and DJ, Mad Skillz (@SkillzVA). Skillz speaks on @BustaRhymes’ encouragement during his @BETAwards ‘Hip-Hop 50th Anniversary Wrap Up’ (8:45), explains ‘Sync Approval’ in the music business (13:55) and warns young writers and record producers of predatory publishing deals (22:01). Skillz speaks on collaborating with #NewYorkCity (@NYCGov) for the “Hip Hop Till the Infinity” installation at the @HallDesLumieres (29:20) and breaks down his current projects including his EP ‘Bop God’ and his spoof group “Nodeci” (35:56). Finally, the fellas debate when R&B changed from ‘I Love You’ energy to its current ‘F*** You!’ toxicity (48:00).

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Special Ed Doubles Down on Saying NWA Brought Destruction to Hip-Hop (Part 15)

2023-12-07T01:15:21.236Z

In this clip, Vlad reflected on his previous interview with Alonzo Williams where they discussed the significant influence of N.W.A. on the rise of gang culture, with gang activity reportedly escalating at music events after the group's rise to fame. Alonzo noted a change from when gangs focused on community protection to where the gangsta lifestyle and affiliation became profitable and 'cool,' leading to a widespread embrace of gang culture. Vlad and Special Ed questioned the lack of accountability, pointing to N.W.A.'s album 'Straight Outta Compton,' as a major release that increased the group's influence in promoting the 'gangsta' image. Special Ed suggested that the recording labels bore responsibility for supporting and encouraging artists to produce music that had destructive effects on communities. He called for accountability and honesty, arguing that for decades, the music industry was part of a systematic plan encouraging self-destruction within communities.

Jennifer Hudson Honors Missy Elliott and 50 Years of Hip-Hop for Halloween

2023-11-09T00:33:17.229Z

Jennifer Hudson reveals her Missy Elliott-inspired Halloween costume. The host pays tribute to Missy’s 1997 hit “The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)” and honors the music icon as she celebrates 50 years of hip-hop.

Rob Base, Doug E. Fresh & The Sugarhill Gang Discuss the Lasting Influence of Hip-Hop | The View

2023-11-02T00:51:32.469Z

The artists share how they got their start and how their music expanded the audience for hip-hop on the genre’s 50th anniversary.

Redman Has Released A Series Of Freestyles Over Hip-Hop Classics

2023-10-19T23:12:28.027Z

Funk Doc launched a series, “J@Q BOI BE@TZ.” In the collection of nine videos (made into a YouTube playlist, embedded below), Redman is freestyles to classic beats on songs made famous by JAY-Z, Doug E. Fresh & Slick Rick, Nas, Drake, Puff Daddy & The Family, and Busta Rhymes, among others.