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KRS-One & Smif-n-Wessun Are Back With Some New Boom Bap

Thirty years ago, Da Beatminerz helped lead a charge with Black Moon’s Enta Da Stage. The Nervous Records LP was produced by Evil Dee (als…

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0 Dec 20, 2023

Black Thought Names 5 Of The Most Under-Sung Great MCs

In the last month, Black Thought published his memoir, The Upcycled Self. Appearing on the New York Times’ “Best Sellers” list, the autobi…

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Amp Fiddler, funk musician with all-star collaborations, dies aged 65

Joseph Fiddler, the funk musician known as Amp Fiddler who was acclaimed for solo work and collaborations with generations of diverse musi…

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0 Dec 19, 2023

BIG K.R.I.T. RETURNS WITH ‘REGARDLESS IT’S STILL TIMELESS’ EP

Big K.R.I.T. is back with a new project. After teaming up with Wiz Khalifa, Smoke DZA and Girl Talk on their Full Court Press project, Kri…

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0 Dec 19, 2023

DJ KOOL HERC VS. PETE DJ JONES

Back in the good old days of 1977 when gas lines were long and unemployment was high, there were two schools of DJs competing for Black an…

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0 Dec 19, 2023

Amp Fiddler, Detroit Legend & J Dilla Mentor, Has Passed Away

This morning (December 18), the music world has learned that Detroit, Michigan music pioneer Amp Fiddler has died at the age of 65. The ar…

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0 Dec 18, 2023

SCARFACE REASSERTS LEGEND STATUS BY DELIVERING 'BEST HIP HOP TINY DESK EVER'

Scarface has brought some of his southern rap classics to life in an NPRTiny Desk Concert. For the much-anticipated performance, the Geto…

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0 Dec 18, 2023

BLACK LIVES MATTER CALLS OUT KANYE WEST FOR WEARING KKK HOOD ON STAGE

Kanye West is being blasted by the Black Lives Matter organization for wearing a Ku Klux Klan hood while on stage at this Vultures listeni…

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0 Dec 18, 2023

SCARFACE'S NPR TINY DESK CONCERT CROWNED 'BEST HIP HOP TINY DESK EVER'

Scarface’s upcoming NPR Tiny Desk Concert has been called the “best Hip Hop Tiny Desk ever” ahead of its release on Monday (December 18).…

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0 Dec 16, 2023

KRS-One & Smif-n-Wessun Are Back With Some New Boom Bap

Thirty years ago, Da Beatminerz helped lead a charge with Black Moon’s Enta Da Stage. The Nervous Records LP was produced by Evil Dee (als…

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0 Dec 16, 2023

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Wadena "Denagirl" Heats Up The Summer With New Music, Growing Buzz, and a Powerful Comeback

Latest Singles "Smoke-N-Chill" and "Bum Busta," Produced by Grammy Award-Winning Producer and Hip-Hop Legend Zaytoven, Lead the Way Ahead of the Upcoming EP "Wadena vs. Wadena: Back Outside"Long Island, NY – Independent recording artist Wadena "Denagirl" is heating up the summer with a wave of new music, led by her latest singles, "…See More
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Sparoh is an Atlanta-based artist creating music at the crossroads of melodic trap, alternative pop, and punk-fueled rebellion. Equal parts vulnerable and unapologetic, her work explores identity, liberation, and the complexities of Black womanhood.Raised in the DMV on a foundation of jazz, funk, and blues, Sparoh was drawn early to artists who challenged convention and redefined what was possible. Influenced by trailblazers like Joyce Kennedy,…See More
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Gus Drops Highly Anticipated Single "Growing Stronger (10 - Year Anniversary Version)"

Gus is making a comeback. He's growing stronger and the world is starting to take notice. He's been recording and doing music for over a decade. He's caught some fire but he's kept going and is making an impact that lasts on the ears and hearts of his listeners. He's reaching for his goal this time around and he aims break the wind and give you music that touches the…See More
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ENTER TO WIN A PAIR OF TICKETS. WINNER WILL BE DRAWN RANDOMLY AND ANNOUNCED 2 DAYS PRIOR TO EVENT.  June 26, 2026 Genre-blending pianist/MC/composer celebrates Black Music Month KEV CHOICE ENSEMBLE@ Yoshi's, 510 Embarcadero, Oakland Doors: 7:00 PM / Show: 7:30 PM Doors: 9:15 PM / Show: 9:30 PM…See More
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