“Ain’t shit changed since Lil Peep died,” rapped Denzel Curry. For many, the death of Lil Peep was seemingly a wake-up call. Amid many high profile deaths, many rappers have publicly declared that they will leave drugs behind them. At least, that is what they … Continue reading What Can We Learn from the Deaths of Lil Peep and Mac Miller?
Your Definitive Guide to Trap Music What does “Trap Music” mean? You’ve probably heard Youtube reviewer, Anthony Fantano, better known as TheNeedleDrop refer to trap music as “rattling hi-hats” but the genre that has melded into contemporary hip hop is so much more. Trap Music, … Continue reading What Is Trap Music?
Known for his acerbic tongue, Joe Budden has been steadily building a little media empire over the last few years. The former artist was an early adopter to vlogs, amassing a cult audience in the halcyon days of YouTube. So his transformation into a media … Continue reading Is Joe Budden a Good Journo?
A key ability for a rapper is how to spin a yarn. Historically, the best rappers knew how to weave a tale that would grip listeners and captivate their imaginations. So I’ve compiled a list of storytelling raps that encompass creative writing, plot twists, vivid … Continue reading Vivid Imagination: The 10 Best Storytelling Raps
Why the Sneak Diss? Why use the sneak diss? Rap is a contact sport. It’s often in your face, up close and personal; much to the chagrin of its critics and the adulation of its fans. In fact, one of the ways that rap music … Continue reading The Art of the “Sneak Diss”
Who is the mystery impresario who allegedly called off Drake’s blistering diss that would have supposedly ruined Pusha-T’s career? Originally, a used car salesman in the Fifth Ward of Houston, Texas. James Prince (born James A. Smith), or J.Prince is the founder of Rap-A-Lot records … Continue reading Who is J.Prince?
Chase Fade West Coast rap has always been little brother to New York’s lyrical intellectual rap scene. Seen as not too self-serious, the West Coast would often highlight the culture’s party and fun side. [su_button url=”https://open.spotify.com/show/2hgDN6hYE5clNiQIKYJ8VH” target=”blank” color=”#08204c” size=”6″ center=”yes” icon=”icon: play” icon_color=”#c12caa” text_shadow=”0px 0px … Continue reading How the West Coast Gave Rap Its Swag
Rappers are colorful characters. Their zany personalities and eccentric habits lend themselves naturally to being animated. So it should come as no surprise that rappers have developed an affinity for anime. As the North American market gets bigger, rappers continue to express their love of … Continue reading How Anime Made Its Way Into Hip Hop
Why create a family tree of flows? Well, music has often been regional. Think Detroit, the motor city developing into the R&B sounds of Mo-Town, or the hyper-localized hyphy sound of the Bay area. But since the inception of the internet sounds have spread from … Continue reading The Family Tree of Flows
If you’ve never heard his name, you’ve probably at least heard his voice before. George Clinton is a music legend and the creative force behind Parliament-Funkadelic. For the uninitiated, Parliament-Funkadelic drew inspiration from psychedelic culture, science fiction, and surrealist humour to address socio-political issues. The … Continue reading The Cultural Impact of George Clinton on Rap Music
The Freeze with Tyler Mclaurin and Brian Capitao 