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Rewind: Slick Rick in Russell Simmons' movie, "The Show" (1995)

This is a clip from Russell Simmons' movie, "The Show" (1995), where Russell visits a humble Slick Rick in jail.

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0 Feb 17, 2010

DJ Revolution & Kid Capri talk about the DJ in Hip Hop

DJ Revolution & Kid Capri talk about mixtapes, what it takes to be a DJ, the role of the DJ and why the music has suffered.

Started by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist

0 Feb 6, 2010

Afrika Bambaataa on the origin of Rap

Founder of the Zulu Nation, godfather of universal hip hop culture, Afrika Bambaataa talks about the origin of rap music.

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0 Jan 11, 2010
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Hip Hop & Politics: Racial Profiling

This segment from QD3's "Letter to the President" DVD reveals methods used by police to racially profile individuals in the early 90s. Fo…

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0 Dec 29, 2009

Mixtape Inc.

There's a battle brewing with the Mixtape DJs, Performers, Retailers and Buyers on one side and the multi-billion dollar record labels and…

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0 Nov 18, 2009

Mr. Magic Remembered

Courtesy of Tools of War Newsletter... (Shouts out to Christie Z-Pabon) REST IN PEACE TO THE LEGENDARY MR. MAGIC Our most heartfelt condol…

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0 Oct 22, 2009

Stolen Moments ft. DJ Bobbito

Hip hop film, "Stolen Moments" covers hip hop and political movements. In this clip, DJ Bobbito speaks on the disconnect between the messa…

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0 Oct 3, 2009

Interview: Did the Marketing Department Kill Hip-Hop?

Published Monday, August 31, 2009 11:07 AM (Allhiphop.com) By Tolu Olorunda We’ve arrived at a point that calls for some serious reflecti…

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0 Sep 22, 2009

Freestyle Theory from The Art of 16 Bars DVD

Check out the art and science of flow broken down by Supernatural, KRS, Guru, Eminem, KRS-One, Raekwon, Jadakiss and others from QD3's "Th…

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0 Jul 29, 2009

Eric B. & Rakim from the MC DVD

A clip from MC: Why We Do It... Eric B. & Rakim are considered to be one of the most influential and groundbreaking groups in the hist…

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0 Jul 16, 2009

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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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