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What is Hip Hop?

&creative Of the endless debates surrounding Hip Hop, the most intriguing one is also the most basic: What is Hip Hop? If Hip Hop were…

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What is Funk?

Funk is a many splendored thing. Funk is a nasty vibe, and a sweet sexy feeling; Funk is funkiness, a natural release of the essence within…

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URBAN RADIO RAGE

When Clear Channel bought KMEL, it destroyed the so-called people's station. Now the people want it back. By Jeff Chang sfbg.com THERE AR…

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The Wonderful World of Funk

What is Funk? Categorizing anything is risky, because it involves generalization, and you can't generalize anything without leaving out the…

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The Show

The infamous dis (or response) records craze of the 1980s blew up the careers of several female MCs. For example, it was a response record…

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The Last Poets

Another profoundly influential cadre of artists was the irrepressible Last Poets. An ever-changing trio of New York-area poets, many of wh…

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Sly and the Family Stone

SLY AND THE FAMILY STONE took the Sixties ideal of a generation coming together and turned it into deeply groove-driven music. Rock's first…

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Stevie Wonder

Born Steveland Judkins, May 13, 1950 in Saginaw, Michigan, USA. Placed in an incubator immediately after his birth, baby Steveland was give…

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Rick James

In the hierarchy of funk, no artist has been more exciting, more inspired and "badder" than the Super Freak himself, Slick Rick a.k.a. Rick…

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Rhyme & Reason

Rhyme & Reason Documentary filmmaker Peter Spirer interviewed over 80 significant artists in rap and hip-hop music for this documenta…

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Jhaysings Blends Love, Culture, and Soulful Energy on New Single “Emotions”

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 Latin American & Haitian Music delivers the steamy single; "Latin Nights" by Shaney Poo

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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Neo-Soul Meets Destiny: Jewelz Patrick Unveils “From Another Lifetime”

Detroit-born neo-soul artist Jewelz Patrick has released his latest R&B soulful pop single, "From Another Lifetime," which dropped February 2nd, 2026. The track showcases Patrick's signature blend of neo-soul, funk, and jazz hop elements that have become his musical trademark."From Another Lifetime" is a star-crossed love story told across past, present,…See More
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