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Remembering Matthew Africa

The legendary East Bay DJ was known for his encyclopedia knowledge of breakbeats. By Eric K. Arnold On September 3, legendary Bay Area DJ…

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0 Oct 11, 2012

Chris Lighty Tribute ft. 50 Cent, Fat Joe, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, A Tribe Called Quest (BET Hip Hop Awards 2012)

Watch 50 Cent, Fat Joe, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, A Tribe Called Quest Pay Tribute to Chris Lighty at the 2012 BET Hip-Hop Awards

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0 Oct 10, 2012

Big Rome - The All Black Affair - In Stores October 16, 2012

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0 Oct 5, 2012

Attack of the Clones: How Lack of Topical Diversity is Killing Hip Hop and Its Listeners

by Homeboy Sandman, 10/03/2012 12:47 pm (HuffingtonPost) I love going into schools and talking with kids. Before making music I taught hig…

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0 Oct 5, 2012

BEASTIE BOYS IN THE SHOP "GROOVE MERCHANT RECORDS" IN SAN FRANCISCO

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO 01/09/1989 BEASTIE BOYS The trio of American hip-hop, from Brooklyn, and DJ HURRICANE are at a record store,…

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0 Sep 27, 2012

How the Government Stuck It to Music Fans Today

The newly approved merger between Universal Music Group and EMI gives one company the power to dictate the future of digital music.  SEP 2…

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0 Sep 21, 2012

Wyclef Jean: I loved Lauryn Hill and my wife

Fugees fans want to blame my affair with Lauryn Hill for destroying the band and harming her career. It isn't true BY WYCLEF JEAN 9/17/12 …

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0 Sep 18, 2012

The Intersection of Homophobia and Hip Hop: Where Tyler Met Frank

By Brother Ali,  Posted: 09/07/2012 (HuffingtonPost.com) I love hip hop. I use the word "love" here in its full meaning. I am singing in t…

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0 Sep 17, 2012

Jay-Z Is Right 99 Times, But This Ain’t One By Russell Simmons

Posted September 10, 2012 by Russell Simmons (GlobalGrind.com) As a person who cares deeply about Occupy Wall Street, I have to honor thei…

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0 Sep 13, 2012

Chris Brown Tattoos An Image of a Battered Woman On His Neck

By Alyssa Rosenberg on Sep 11, 2012 at 12:06 pm (ThinkProgress.org) Chris Brown, having graduated from tossing chairs at windows after int…

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Nigerian Afrobeat's artist Jhaysings is making waves once again with the release of his latest single, "Emotions" Hailing from Lagos, Nigeria, Jhaysings has spent the last seven years building a name for himself as a singer, songwriter, producer, and mix engineer. His dedication to developing a unique sound has earned him recognition from…See More
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The vibrant sounds of the Latin American and Haitian music scenes are about to converge in an exhilarating new single: **"Latin Nights"** by Shaney Poo. This track not only showcases the diverse rhythms of Latin music but also pays homage to the rich cultural tapestry of the Haitian community. A Fusion of Sounds"Latin Nights" is a celebration of the rich musical heritages that define both Latin and Haitian cultures. With infectious beats and dynamic melodies, Shaney Poo invites listeners on a…See More
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