Posts Tagged ‘Lyrics Matter’

In the realm of hip-hop, collaborations between iconic figures from different eras often result in auditory masterpieces, and the joint project "Retropolitan" by New York rapper Skyzoo and legendary producer...

An ugly hero is considered a myth. Growing up, the heroes we saw in cartoons and movies were perfectly chiseled, intelligent, and had senses none of us possess. An ugly...

Emcee Black Thought "Couldn't Tell", an unreleased track from Statik Selektah’s latest album Lucky 7, does not fail to bring the hammering drums and tough rhymes.  This is exactly what...

For project that addresses our modern woos, look no further beyond the Skyzoo In Celebration of Us Album. It is like an ode to Skyzoos life and family. The album...

I am obliged to begin this post by stating that I am a huge Kev Brown fan. From his endless supply of deep, neck snapping bass lines, to his spacey...

Big Noise Radio hosted a prize package giveaway, valued at $250. In celebration of the B Flatt B2B (Back To Basics) EP Vinyl Record release, by Back 2 Da Source...

Hitler Wears Hermes; Westside Gunn’s breakout mixtape, is full of grimy beats from various producers and gritty lyrics about crime, cash, and clothes. This comes as no surprise, Westside Gunn...

Lao Tzu claimed that, “Music in the soul can be heard by the universe.” Occasionally, the universe can also stir music from the chambers of the soul. Projects like "Words...

Delivering an artist tribute shows a special sign of respect and gratitude for the artist's accomplishments and influence. Needless to say, hip hop culture encompasses numerous contributors that have changed...

New York is arguably the epicenter of hip hop culture. Although hip hop is currently a global phenomenon, hip hop music and culture evolved in the South Bronx. The LUV...