Soul Sista: Keke Wyatt and the Ghetto Rose
I had the opportunity to catch up with Keke for a bit and talk the new album ‘Ghetto Rose,” family, real music, and inspiration.
Is the Future of Hip Hop on the Internets?
Amidst all of this talk about Hip Hop being dead I got to thinking about the future of Hip Hop and what's next. Which led me to the question: Is the Future of Hip Hop on the Internets?
VICIO Headlines at the Canal Room
In need of new rock tunes that remind you of classics? VICIO takes influences from ‘70s rock, ‘80s pop and ‘90s grunge as well as their diverse upbringings in California, New York and Brazil to create their sound.
“Who You Calling A Bitch?“ : The Current Status of Female Emcees
In the rap industry "sex sells". After all these years female emcees are still struggling to gain "Money, Power, and Respect" in a male dominated industry.
Get This Party Started
Looking for the cure to a dull hip-hop party? In a world where people don't dance no more, Hugo "Da Boss" is bringing the fun back to hip-hop - minus the silly gimmicks.
GFC Taking Over The Black Apple
Tuesday night at SOB's brought together a contingent of talented artists to tear down the SoHo hot spot. Great performances made the much anticipated wait all worth it as FKi, Jade, Stalley and Mickey Factz each brought the house down.
Take In A Live Show Before It’s Too Late!
Michael Jackson was on the verge of a great tour and only days later tickets to his public memorial were the hottest tickets around. So with all the tributes I couldn't help but to wonder what other performers we may be taking for granted and who people would regret missing seeing live...
Jade: A Jewel of an Artist
While the entertainment industry seems to be in its own recession, failing to produce enough quality performers, underground music is the best way to hear good music without spending too much. Singer Jade is the perfect blend of an eclectic sound, raw talent and excellent stage persona.
Introducing: Electrik Red
A force of nature, taking music by storm. Forget The Spice Girls' "girl power," Electrik Red is bringing "LADY POWER" and they're bringing it full force.
Do you hate Auto-tune too?
I don't think I've ever heard of single audio tool that has pissed off more people. So what is Auto-tune? Why is it so popular and when will it die?
Her Name Is Algebra
Class is officially in session as Ms. Blessett teaches the underground soul world a thing or two with her honest lyrics and supple vocal ability.
The DMV Music Handbook
In D.C, Maryland, and Virginia, collectively known as the DMV, rappers Wale and Rye Rye represent the capital of cool.
Free Chester Gregory Concert in NYC!
In search of quality music and a great performance? Give yourself a humpday treat!! Check out Chester Gregory's free concert at Barnes & Noble (Lincoln Center).
If I was a RichGirl…
The music industry's discovered pot of gold delicately holds the originality and firey vocals of Audra, Brave, Lyndriette & Seven: RichGirl.
Does Tanya Morgan Have The Music You’ve Been Missing???
A good place to start is usually the beginning. So who is Tanya Morgan?
“Be Legendary” Winner Announced!
John Legend was so impressed by the entries that he couldn't pick just one, so he picked three! Read on to learn about the winners of the Our Stage "Be Legendary" with John Legend contest.
Just June
June Sarpong was destined for greatness. Born Ghanaian, her very strict African family did not want her to leave school behind to begin a career in media. She landed a position at London's radio station Kiss FM and within month's she was offered a full time position that lead to opportunities at Arista Records, MTV and London's Channel 4 T4.
An Artist Ten Years in the Making
NC-based singer Jeremy Johnson talks music, education and motivation in a coffee shop interview.
Afro-Punk: Old Culture, New Name
African-American punkers escape prejudice and find where they belong as they explore the Afro-punk scene.
A Conversation With Benton James of the Urban Sophisticates
A fan girl's reflection of one of the best jazz hip-hop acts no one knows about. Yet.
It’s a New DEY
It's a new DEY in hip-hop. This Latin Hip-Hop band blurs the lines between Latin American communities using their clever rhymes and soothing vocals.
Are they rapping or singing…or both?
Lately, there has been a growing trend among rappers: singing. Many rappers' songs have crossed the line into R&B territory, and include little to no actual rapping.
Art Soul:More than an Empty Title
DC artist W. Ellington Felton's continues his personification of the term with new mixtape The Black History Month Has Come and Gone Again
This is Drake
Watch out Miley! There's a new tween star turned musician in town: Actor Aubrey "Drake" Graham goes from the next generation of Degrassi to being part of the next generation of hip-hop.
