It was in Dallas TX, 1979. An unassuming grade-schooler discovers an art form that would move the body, touch the heart and resonate within the soul. Already established, but continually evolving, this cultural phenomenon would inform her, entertain her and permanently alter the course of her entire life. That musical genre became known as hip-hop,… Continue reading To The Beat Y’all: Celebrating 40 Years Of Hip-Hop
Category: Hip-Hop
Bone Thugz N Harmony: Their Legacy, Their Grind & The Secret To Keeping Fans
*As a Cleveland native, please trust and believe that I know about BTNH: Wish was as cool as a fan when we chatted ahead of a show. When I did catch them at The House of Blues, it was after waiting for them in a packed revenue nearly 2 hours past showtime as they navigated… Continue reading Bone Thugz N Harmony: Their Legacy, Their Grind & The Secret To Keeping Fans
David Banner: The Establishment, Political Pimpin’ & The Struggles of Southern Rappers
*Daring, deep and insightful as all get-out: get yours David Banner, he’s another favorite, read and learn….* Mississippi-born rapper, actor and activist David Banner didn’t assume the name for nothing. Just as the fictitious scientist from the late 1970s TV show The Incredible Hulk used his knowledge for the betterment of mankind, Levell… Continue reading David Banner: The Establishment, Political Pimpin’ & The Struggles of Southern Rappers
Chamillionaire: His Favorites, His Fallouts & What’s Wrong With Today’s Hip-Hop
*Low-key, serious and humble is how I’d describe Chamillionaire in our 2007 meeting and interview: he was mad cool and I wish that every hip-hopper was as chilled-out and accessible as he is. Our published Q&A is below, enjoy!* CHAM News commentator Bob O’Wildy sits at an anchor desk as ominous headlines crawl… Continue reading Chamillionaire: His Favorites, His Fallouts & What’s Wrong With Today’s Hip-Hop
Paul Wall: Getting Money & Staying True To His Love For Hip-Hop
*It’s true that, as a Senior Lead Writer For SoulTracks and a lifelong R&B fan, that it’s my typical genre of choice and what I cover/listen to the most, but I still love hip-hop and have had the privilege of meeting and conversing with a few of my faves, one of them was Paul Wall.… Continue reading Paul Wall: Getting Money & Staying True To His Love For Hip-Hop