Every once in a while, a movie comes along where the music plays such an important role that it's almost another character. Tis was exactly the case for 20002s High Fidelity . Based on the novel of the same name written by Nick Hornby, High Fidelity is the tale of record store owner Rob Gordon (played by John Cusak) who revisits his past relationships to figure out what went wrong with his most recent girlfriend. Accompanied by the two music dorks that work for him, the trio make the forming of musical top five lists an art [...]
This week in Growing pains we get inside the head of Sydney badman Preacha. Preacha is also a good homie and i feel very lucky that he broke down some of the jams that helped to sculpt his varied musical leanings. For anyone that isn't clued in to Preacha, he is one of Sydney's upfront tastemakers, responsible for holding down presenter duties on FBi Radio's " Low Motion " with partner in crime Max Gosford. Preacha has also played and regulated a bunch of the most significant bass parties across Sydney, as well as supporting all of your favourite internationals. [...]
Just in case you didn't know, 1989 was a pretty amazing year. For one, the USSR pulled out of Afghanistan after a nine-year occupation (man, they had the right idea there). Also, apartheid in South Africa begins to be dismantled by the new Prime Minister. The Velvet Revolution in Prague and the Cultural Revolution in China start up. And Ronald Goddamn Reagan finally leaves the White House. In case you weren't aware, there was also some significant and incredible hip hop made that year amid some serious international turmoil. Today I've compiled a brief sample to begin your research. [...]
Did you know that Zumbi was dancer first, rapper second? Now you do.
Before we begin listing things, a few notes about the list you are about to read. 1. If we've already ... Read the full article at http://www.prefixmag.com/featu res/bad-religion-buffalo-tom-e ric-b-rakim-luna-lush-polvo-st ereolab-the-goats/quarantining -the-past-top-20-albums-of-199 2-part-o/68322/
Because co-owning his own team and building a new music venue NBA stadium isn't enough, Jay-Z now has a say in every NBA franchise. That is, the digital version of every NBA franchise, as 2K Sports has named Mr. Carter executive producer for their next installment in their NBA 2Kvideo game series, NBA 2K13 . As executive producer, Jay-Z was responsible for selecting the games soundtrack. Jay and his The Throne cohort Kanye West make numerous appearances, as do the Jigga Man's wide musical [...]
The best description I've ever seen of Rakim's voice comes from the Spin Alternative Record Guide , which was pretty much the Bible for aspiring teenage rock critics in the '90s. In that book, James Hunter wrote that Rakim's "smoking tone implies danger rather than constantly dressing up in it." That's pretty much it. Rakim is one of the general-consensus greatest rappers of all time, and he carries that distinction for plenty of reasons: The way he helped develop writerly internal-rhyme dynamics, his early-adapter embrace of Islamic mysticism, his deadeyed stare. But the greatest gift he ever gave the [...]
Stereogum The best description I've ever seen of Rakim's voice comes from the Spin Alternative Record Guide , which was pretty much the Bible for aspiring teenage rock critics in the '90s. In that book, James Hunter wrote that Rakim's "smoking tone implies danger rather than constantly dressing up in it." That's pretty much it. Rakim is one of the general-consensus greatest rappers of all time, and he carries that distinction for plenty of reasons: The way he helped develop writerly internal-rhyme dynamics, his early-adapter embrace of [...]
Ask just about any old-school hip-hop head and they'll tell rightly you that Eric B. & Rakim's Paid in Full ... Read the full article at http://www.prefixmag.com/news/ eric-b-rakim-to-release-25th-a nniversary-edition-o/66023/
working for tips at CHBP / photo by Brittney Bollay It’s time again for the weekly installment of Friday on My Mind , a post which focuses on videos centered around one common theme. This is a collaborative effort between KEXP and King 5 News. In honor of our Summer Fund Drive, which takes place all of next week, we’re talking about Money. KEXP’s Summer Fundraiser starts today, Friday, June 1st. For the next week, this non-profit radio station will be asking its community to help support us. We [...]
Memorial Day has passed, which, to most people, signifies that summer has now officially arrived. Soaking in the sun is never a bad thing, but it still feels strange to acknowledge that there’s no Entourage coming our way this season. However, we can always revisit the past. Season three was divided into two parts, featuring storylines about Vince’s success with Aquaman and his subsequent firing, E’s ménage à trois, Drama’s budding TV career, and Ari’s departure from the group. Fortunately for us, the third season had an incredible soundtrack, comprising inventive remixes, [...]
They don't make swag like this anymore. Eric B & Rakim - "Don't Sweat The Technique"
Here's a mix I did a while back when I was in Canberra, if your down with ish like Run DMC, Nas, KRS, DJ Format, The Nextmen, Hilltops, peep it...hopefully you'll like. PZ Check out more mixes & Download Related articles Big Ups with DJ Format (fleamarketfunk.com) "That Was Funkin' Awesome!" - Brodus Clay Finally [...]
Words by David D., Greg Whitt, Raj, Beware & Justin Tinsley Art: Miss Dimplez Hip-Hop is full of misogyny and sex acts with the most random, nameless women. But sometimes, [...]
Eric B. & Rakim "I Ain't No Joke"
you heard it here first or second ...Eric B. & Rakim have been nominated for the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame. The Godbody himself and the guy he's not down with "no more" are up against the Beastie Boys (their 3rd time being nominated) and Guns N' Roses among others. The only other Hip-Hop heads to have gotten in so far were Run DMC and Flash w/ the Furious 5. Thee only other nominees have been LL and Africa Baambatta. Not sure they'll make it if Africa Bam didn't but we'll see how these crusty old white [...]
The new nominations for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012 elicited the usual wailing and gnashing of teeth - even amongst us. More on that in a second. First, here's the list of nominees Beastie Boys, The Cure, Donovan, Eric B. & Rakim, Guns 'N Roses, Heart, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Freddie King, Laura [...]
This morning, the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame announced its nominees for 2012 induction. This year, we've got some intriguing new names on the list, including Guns N' Roses, the Cure, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Eric B. & Rakim, and Joan Jett And The Blackhearts. It also includes a few artists who have previously been nominated, including the Beastie Boys and Donna Summer. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after releasing a single or album, and only eight of the 15 nominees will actually make it into the Hall. And as silly as this whole [...]
The "Class of 20123 nominations have been released for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . This year's first-time nominations include, seminal hard rock act, Guns N' Roses, the Cure, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Heart and hip-hop pioneers Eric B. & Rakim. Rounding out the first-time nominations are the Spinners, Rufus with Chaka Khan, the Small Faces/Faces and Freddie King. This year's ballot will also feature return nominees Beastie Boys(first nominated in 2007) and the Red Hot Chili Peppers(2009). Over 500 voters will decide who will be inducted during the ceremony [...]
The nominees for the 2012 class of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame were announced today and there are slew of deserving candidates. Alt-rock pioneers The Cure, hip-hop duo Eric B. and Rakim, punk-rock outfit Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, and rock warriors Guns 'N' Roses are all first-time nominees, while Beastie Boys and Red Hot Chili Peppers, both of who were first nominated last year, are again in contention. Sadly, LL Cool J did not receive the committee's love for a second consecutive year. The full list of eligible candidates is posted below. A committee of 500 voters [...]
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