By: TR Phillips Audio Two, the legendary hip-hop duo comprised of Milk Dee and Gizmo, left a lasting impression onthe genre with their hit single “Top Billin’” released in 1987. […]
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The Low End Theory (Entry Level DJ Equipment)
By: TR Phillips This article is the second in a series exploring the DJ equipment. Entry-level DJ controllers have become increasingly popular for novice or aspiring DJs, especially those seeking […]
Classic Hip Hop Trio – The Fat Boys!
By: Torrence Phillips The Fat Boys, consisting of Prince Markie Dee, Kool Rock Ski, and Buffy, were one of the most influential hip-hop groups to emerge in the early 1980s. […]
The Queen of UK Hip Hop – Monie Love!
By: Torrence Phillips Yo, let’s talk about the one and only Monie Love, the Queen of UK Hip Hop. Back in the day, Monie was killin’ the game with her […]
Legendary Hip Hop Crew – The Bomb Squad!
By: Torrence Phillips The Bomb Squad was a legendary production crew that helped shape the sound of hip-hop in the late 80s and early 90s. Comprised of Hank and Keith […]
New Album from R&B singer KELELA!
The album I have been waiting for is finally out; Kelela’s second album Raven is here. In the months before the release, Kelela dropped five singles that displayed the change […]
Kelela! – Happy Ending!
By: Justin Pecisto Kelela is back with more club hits! As you know I have been really excited to see where Kelela is going with her sound. At first she […]
An Epic Verzuz Simulation: Bad Boy vs. Death Row
Two of the most prolific black record labels that took the hip hop music scene by storm in the 90’s Bad Boy Records based on the East Coast in 1993 […]
Of Note in Neo Soul and Classic Hip Hop – May – June
Check out some of the featured articles from May and June A lot happens in the world of Neo Soul and Classic Hip Hop and we like to keep our […]
Celebrating Black Music Month
A primer from the National Museum of African – American History & Culture June is African American Music Appreciation Month, otherwise known as “Black Music Month.” We have been graced […]