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Keith "Guru" Elam Tribute Mix by Dj Premier

Recorded on April 23nd, 2010. Mixed by DJ Premier. R.I.P. Keith "Guru" Elam (July 17, 1961 – April 19, 2010) Keith "Guru" Elam Tribute…

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First Listen: Gift of Gab, 'The Next Logical Progression' : NPR

SOURCE: NPR | March 18, 2012 Listen to 'The Next Logical Progression' In Its Entirety

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First Listen: Esperanza Spalding, 'Radio Music Society'

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The Beastie Boys On Their Hip-Hop Journey And Missing Adam Yauch

Season 2, Episode 11 • October 24, 2018 It was a divine combination of right place, right time, right mutual interests that brought Adam "…

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LISTEN: Larry Levan Special: Hosted By Francois K & Ross Allen - July 8th 2016

Ross Allen sat down with François K to discuss Larry Levan, the infamous Paradise Garage and the art of the remix. Click here to listen…

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Q-Tip Dedicates Beats 1 Show To Phife Dawg and ATCQ

Listen to a two-hour long Phife Dawg-dedicated radio segment as it played on Q-Tip's Abstract Radio for Beats 1  Click here

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Just Blaze Plays Snippets Of Unreleased Jay Electronica, Busta & M.O.P. In A Mix (Video)

There have been some epic performances on DJcity’s “MikiDz Show” over the years, but Monday’s live stream featuring Just Blaze was truly o…

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Del The Funky Homosapien & Souls Of Mischief’s 1997 Freestyle Is A Purist’s Paradise (Audio)

Aired October 10, 1997 on 91.5 KUNV Las Vegas Hosted by Warren Peace, Pizzo, & Mr. Bob >> Listen to Del The Funky Homosapien…

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Hear Flying Lotus’ Live J Dilla Tribute Mix

>>Hear Flying Lotus’ J Dilla Tribute Mix (via Dublab)    MIX: DOWNLOAD

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Listen to New Lord Finesse Mix "Abstrakt Cratery" (no specific format) Soul, Funk, Breaks & The Unknown

Lord Finesse - Abstrakt Cratery (no specific format) Soul, Funk, Breaks, The Unknown.. Inspired by a few drinks on a smooth Saturday**** S…

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DJ Hollywood Tells Ice-T The True Story Of Hip-Hop’s Origins (Audio)

This week on the Final Level podcast with Ice T and Mick Benzo, Ice and Mick are talking to the Original DJ Hollywood talks first spitting…

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Listen to Just Blaze's Boiler Room Set [STREAM]

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Relive The Game-Changing Moments & Freestyles Of Stretch & Bobbito’s Show (Audio)

Part 1 of Stretch and Bobbito's 25th Anniversary special on Shade 45. Part 2 of Stretch and Bobbito's 25th Anniversary special on S…

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J-COOL Unleashes “FULL TIME TRAPPIN” — A Cinematic Street Anthem

On October 17, 2025, J-COOL officially dropped FULL TIME TRAPPIN, a record that embodies his grind, his lifestyle, and the ambition that’s shaped every chapter of his journey. While the core of the track still reflects long nights hustling and early mornings chasing goals, J-COOL adds a unique twist: a nostalgic Ninja Gaiden–inspired NES aesthetic fused with a vintage Cash…See More
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Deezle Drops Highly Anticipated Single "My Hands on Your Body"

3x Grammy-winning songwriter / producer Deezle just released his highly anticipated single, “My Hands on Your Body“. His latest release delivers everything great R&B should, like vocals that shift seamlessly from tender whispers to full-bodied power, lyrics that capture magnetic chemistry (“With your hands in mine / Let your body go / Let the feeling take control”),…See More
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HoodTrophy Bino Returns With New Single “Wish Everybody Well”

There’s a sense of peace and calm at the heart of HoodTrophy Bino’s newest track, “Wish Everybody Well.” The song opens with delicate guitar strums, setting an atmosphere that feels nostalgic and reflective. When Bino steps in, his delivery is sharp, honest, and unfiltered, showcasing the emotional depth beneath his signature grit.Bino has always carried a tough…See More
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Elevation with Renoir (aka Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist) & special guest Eric Groove (About The Music) at Golden Ratio, Oakland

November 12, 2025 at 9pm to October 3, 2026 at 1:45pm
FRIDAY, DEC 5 True Skool in association with Days Like This present ELEVATION (1st Fridays)Featuring:Wonway Posibul (Thinkbeat Radio)Renoir aka Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist (True Skool)@ Golden Ratio, 1517 Franklin St., Oakland 21+ / Doors 9pm / FREE B4 10pmFree B4 11pm with RSVP: http://bit.ly/elevationfirstfridayABOUTELEVATION is a…See More
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Crucial Reggae Sundays: Free reggae music in Golden Gate Park at Golden Gate Park Bandshell:

November 16, 2025 at 4:15pm to November 23, 2025 at 7:30pm
Crucial Reggae Sundays: free, family-friendly reggae music in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park hosted by Irie Dole, Guidance, and DJ Sep and featuring special guests every week through November 23rd. 4:20 pm to 7:30 pm at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell / Music Concourse: 75 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118 IG: https://www.instagram.com/crucialreggaesundayssf/ Eventbrite:…See More
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Darnell Junior Impresses With New Hit Single “Questions”

Darnell Junior is an R&B and Pop singer songwriter. Born and raised in Indianapolis, he began writing songs at the age of 10. Throughout his college years, he wrote many songs for underground artists in Indianapolis, Chicago, Detroit, Phoenix, and Washington D.C. Influenced by Prince, Brandy, Chris Brown, K. Michelle, Todrick Hall, and Elijah Blake, he has crafted an…See More
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