Kanye West has had a legendary career as a producer and rapper. Kanye started out being a great producer and got his break on Jay-Z’s Blueprint album. A little over two years later, Kanye dropped his classic debut project College Dropout. College Dropout sold over four million copies and was praised by damn near everybody. […] The post Kanye West Late Registration Turns 20 Years Old appeared first on Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|.| Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|
Tony Yayo and G-Unit were on top of the hip hop world in the early part of the 2000s. 50 Cent was signed by Dr. Dre and Eminem back in 2002. In 2003, 50 Cent released his classic album, Get Rich or Die Tryin’. Later in 2003, G-Unit dropped their Beg for Mercy album, and it put […] The post Tony Yayo Thoughts of a Predicate Felon Turns 20 Years Old appeared first on Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|.| Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|
Junior Mafia released their debut album called Conspiracy 30 years ago today. Junior Mafia is a click that the Notorious B.I.G. put on. After releasing his iconic Ready to Die album, Biggie wanted to put his crew on. This album meant a lot to me because it was the first physical CD I purchased after […] The post Junior Mafia Conspiracy Turns 30 Years Ago appeared first on Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|.| Daddy's Hangout| Atlanta Daddy Blogger|
WAMM in Rotation: 5 Songs for August '25| We Are Memphis
Explore the legacy of iconic California rappers who revolutionised hip-hop with bold lyrics, West Coast vibes, and unforgettable contributions to the music scene.| Legit.ng - Nigeria news.
Ten years ago, in the humble home studio affectionately known as Dirty Socks, a spark caught fire that would upend the sound of Memphis hip-hop. Spearheaded by enigmatic producer IMAKEMADBEATS, the Unapologetic collective formed not just as a label, but as a defiant creative movement — a safehouse for artists who didn’t quite fit the… The post A Decade of Disruption: 10 Iconic Moments From Unapologetic appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Where are all my fellow hip hop heads? Who remembers Mr. Mike from South Circle? If so, peep Mr. Mike Where Ya Love At for Throwback Thursday| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Pour la première fois depuis la mort de Takeoff, les deux rappeurs sont montés sur scène ensemble pour rendre hommage à leur « ange » lors de la cérémonie des BET Awards.| Le HuffPost
Jermaine Stone is Wine and Hip HopAs a kid in the Bronx, Jermaine Stone aspired to a career in hip hop. As he grew up, he found his place in the wine business, though he never lost his love for hip…| foodwineclick
Memphis is still buzzing in the afterglo (see what we did there?) of GloRilla’s sold‑out Glo Bash at the FedExForum, and it’s only fitting that the city’s own queen of trap takes center stage throughout the remainder of the weekend. With that in mind, we here at We Are Memphis voted on her top five… The post From F.N.F. to FedExForum: The 5 Most Essential GloRilla Tracks (So Far) appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for July that we’ve had on repeat all month long: Lukah ft. Killer Mike- “South Still Speaking” Lukah has yet to drop an album that doesn’t leave a lasting impression, but with Statik Selektah behind… The post WAMM in Rotation: 5 Songs for July ’25 appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Where my fellow hip hop heads? Where are all my Jeezy fans? If so, see that Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101 from Jeezy Turns 20 Years Old| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Where are my hip hop fans? How about Bone Thugs N Harmony? Remember their 2nd album? Bone Thugs-N-Harmony E. 1999 Eternal Turns 30 Years Old| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
A live music report from Ruby Ibarra’s DTLA show—delayed by protest, reenergized with resistance, and rooted in the joyful noise of the immigrant community| Jason Toney
WAMM in Rotation: 5 Songs for June '25| We Are Memphis
Memphis has always been a city that pulses with musical soul, and our many LGBTQIA+ artists are turning up the volume with unapologetic pride. From R&B and hip-hop to genre-bending indie pop, these ten Memphis musicians continue to push the city’s music scene into new and exciting directions. This is your quick guide to just… The post Loud & Proud: 10 LGBQIA+ Memphis Musicians to Add to Your Playlist appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Long before the hypnotic beats and menacing flows of Memphis rap found their way into mainstream playlists and global music festivals, they echoed through cassette tapes, car stereos, and corner stores across the South. Memphis rap was a fiercely regional force—raw, DIY, and often ignored by the broader industry. With little more than rudimentary software,… The post Feature Shock: The 5 Most Unexpected Memphis Rap Features In History appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Memphis music is truly unstoppable. Each month welcomes more and more incredible new projects. Here are just 5 we’re highlighting for May that we’ve had on repeat: RØA- “BORDERLINE“ For several years, Memphis singer-songwriter RØA has quietly been releasing some of the city’s best and most experimental alt-R&B and neo-soul songs. We’re proud to announce… The post WAMM in Rotation: 5 Songs for May ’25 appeared first on We Are Memphis.| We Are Memphis
Celebrate Black History Month with 5 powerful Memphis music anthems that reflect the city’s soul, strength, and cultural roots.| We Are Memphis
RAP IT UP! is our first co-authored title. Illustrated by mural artist Ernel Martinez, the how-to book covers literary devices, poetic elements and performance tips to build kids’ writing skills and enhance their confidence as public speakers. The book drops on March 18, and we can hardly wait. Please join us that evening at Oxon […]| children's books by the weatherfords
. The passing of Quincy Jones has left a silence that feels almost impossible to fill. Every time I play Thriller at home now, it’s no longer just a celebration of his unparalleled artistry. It’s a ritual to sit with his legacy, listen more closely, and honor how his music shaped the sound of memory […]| Sounding Out!
A Conversation by Todd Craig and LeBrandon Smith Happy Hip Hop History Month! Last week writer, educator and DJ Todd Craig and cultural curator and social impact leader LeBrandon Smith kicked off their three part series parsing out this past spring’s beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, Hip Hop history in the making. We left off in the breath-holding moment […]| Sounding Out!
A Conversation by Todd Craig and LeBrandon Smith Happy Hip Hop History Month! Last week writer, educator and DJ Todd Craig and cultural curator and social impact leader LeBrandon Smith kicked off their three part series parsing out this past spring’s beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, Hip Hop history in the making. We left off […]| Sounding Out!
A Conversation by Todd Craig and LeBrandon Smith By now, it’s safe to say very few people have not caught wind of the biggest Hip-Hop battle of the 21st century: the clash between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Whether you’ve seen the videos, the memes or even smacked a bunch of owls around playing the video […]| Sounding Out!
What is a music video, anyway? Historically dismissed by film theorists as cinematically flawed or by the public as mere promotional snippets, music videos didn’t used to get the credit they deserve as a serious artistic medium. In the 1990s, Carol Vernallis challenged both notions, suggesting that they are actually a unique genre where music […]| Sounding Out!
or, Last Summer a DJ Saved My Life “Hip Hop does work that a lot of other things don’t do” Young Guru (viii). The way that we imagine English Studies, specifically Composition and Rhetoric (Comp/Rhet), today needs a radical shift. Specifically, we need new techniques for Writing Studies pedagogy to reach students in a more meaningful […]| Sounding Out!
The Super Bowl took place last night. Kendrick Lamar performed the Halftime Show and reviews online are mixed, which is to be expected. I appreciated it because I am a Kendrick fan. Kendrick is an artist’s artist. What I find funny is the amount of people saying that they found the show boring or trash. […]| Life in a Few Words
Twenty years ago today, Tupac Shakur dropped his classic Me Against the World album while he was incarcerated.| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Are you ready for the final classic throwback of 2024? Where are all my DMX fans? If you are, check out DMX Party Up for Throwback Thursday| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Where are my hip hop heads? How about fans of the late, great DMX? If you are then celebrate as DMX And Then There Was X Turns 25 Years Old| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Where are all my fellow 2Pac fans? Do you remember the 2Pac and Outlawz album? The 2Pac and Outlawz Still I Rise Album Turns 25 Years Old| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Where are all my hip hop heads and 2Pac fans? Do you remember his Loyal to the Game album? If so, peep as 2Pac Loyal to the Game Released 15 Years Ago Today| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Where my hip hop heads? Like hearing new music from the OGs? Check 11 Old School Rappers That Should Release New Music Within the Next Year| Daddy's Hangout|Atlanta Daddy Blogger|Parenting,Sports,Music & More
Simple, quick and versatile vegetarian collard greens slaw recipe. Perfect as a stand-alone side dish or enhancer to a sandwich.| Food Fidelity
Ari is joined by producer and creator of hit kids show “Doggyland,” Claude Brooks, to discuss his journey of building a successful show and| Ari's Take
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I’m delighted to announce that I have been awarded the 2021 MusicID Digital Research Fellowship. In MusicID’s news post, founder and CEO Roger Press is quoted as saying ‘The Committee thought Dr Gamble’s submission was targeted, interesting, showed a clear methodology, and would make the best use of the MusicID platform. We also appreciated that Dr ... Read more| Dr Steven Gamble
This may form part of the introduction to a forthcoming monograph, provisionally titled Digital Flows: Internet-Based Hip Hop Music and Culture. Hip-hop artists get a bad rap for writing about the same old things. Often, criticism is levelled at lyrics associated with materialism, consumerism, misogyny, drugs, and violence. Although these themes – and the racial,…| Dr Steven Gamble
Hip-Hop has always been about quality vs. quantity. But what happens when fans start valuing album sales more than the quality of the music?| Overly Opinionated
This is the script of a paper I gave at the Challenge and Change in Popular Music IASPM UK/I Conference, hosted by the University of Liverpool on 31 August 2022. It is a more concise version of my longer data analysis in two parts on lofi hip hop during COVID-19 (part 1, part 2). Introduction…| Dr Steven Gamble
This is the script of a paper I gave at the Climates of Popular Music: IASPM 2022 Conference, hosted online by Daegu University on 9 July 2022. It makes reference to the research published in my data-driven analysis of annual top 100 albums, Hip hop's hold over Top 100 albums, 2000–2020. Introduction When, in 2016,…| Dr Steven Gamble
The story of hip hop’s commercial success in the 21st century is one of a steady decline followed by a striking ascent. At the turn of the millennium, hip hop held a major presence on the charts, but never accounted for more than a sixth of the best-selling albums. By the end of 2020, hip…| Dr Steven Gamble