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On May 8, 2022 the one and only Kendrick Lamar dropped “The Heart Part 5”- a potent tune represented by an absolutely remarkable video. The 5th song in a series that started back in 2010 finds our lyrical hero lamenting…
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On Wednesday May 19, 2021 we lost the one and only Paul Mooney at the age of 79. The incredible comedian/actor/writer was born, Paul Gladney, in Shreveport, LA in 1941. He took on the nickname “Mooney” after actor Paul Muni…
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On Thursday February 18, 2021 We lost the legendary Prince Markie Dee of the Fat Boys. This Puerto Rican emcee/songwriter/producer/actor pushed the culture in remarkable ways. Mark Morales aka Prince Markie Dee started his career in Hip Hop alongside his…
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On December 31st the world learned that maverick m.c. MF DOOM had passed away at the age of 49. According to an Instagram post from his wife, Jasmine, the clever and enigmatic wordsmith died on October 31st. That’s right he died…
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DELUX Hip Hop Historian Scott ‘Lyfestile’ Woods of Altered St8s recognizes and pays homage to one of St. Louis’ Hip Hop Pioneers Early D.
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Back in 2009 Jay Electronica, a mysterious, very lyrical, rapper from New Orleans, captivated the collective Hip Hop Community with the Just Blaze produced song – “Exhibit C.” A haunting Billy Stewart sample supported Jay as he told the tale…
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Never underestimate the power of music. It can entertain, inspire, uplift and educate people and we shouldn’t take this magical art for granted. Recently, I learned about a very cool songwriting competition that targets kids who often face economic and…
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