DJing, B-boying, graffiti and MCing: like the primary colors on a spectrum wheel, those are the basic elements that comprise hip-hop. In the 40 years since its origin in the streets of New York, the once-underground entertainment form has transcended boundaries of class and race to become a globally-recognized and all-encompassing influence on music,… Continue reading DVD Review, “Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap”
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Dwele: New Single, Old Panties & His “Greater” Impact On Neo-Soul
In the twelve years that Dwele’s evolved from selling self-made demos in his native Detroit to becoming one of the most popular purveyors of Neo-Soul, the multi-instrumnentalist, producer, singer and songwriter has developed a devoted fan base, heightened his profile and continues to create incredible music, evidenced by the release of his latest CD,… Continue reading Dwele: New Single, Old Panties & His “Greater” Impact On Neo-Soul
Mint Condition: A ST Chat About Longevity and “Music @ The Speed of Life”
Thanks to societal trends evolving at the speed of a hash tag and many performers counting hot hooks or well-placed arm-candy to stay relevant, it’s easy to see why longevity is considered such an accomplishment. If a couple of hits were Mint Condition’s only goal, they would’ve been a memory long before reaching the… Continue reading Mint Condition: A ST Chat About Longevity and “Music @ The Speed of Life”
Mint Condition: Advance ST CD Review, “Music @ The Speed Of Life”
When most people think about elements of the universe, the typical choices are fire, earth and water, but another one that impacts us all just as powerfully is time. A universal equalizer that is no respecter of sex or status, its elusiveness as the years tick by has become even more pronounced in today’s digital-media-fueled… Continue reading Mint Condition: Advance ST CD Review, “Music @ The Speed Of Life”
Jill Scott ST CD Review: “Crates: Remix Fundamentals Vol. 1”
There is no set template in place when it comes to a musical remix: there can be vocals grafted onto a different track, a tempo change or even the addition of new voices like a continuation of the initial version. But even if there isn’t a required standard to follow, what makes a remix… Continue reading Jill Scott ST CD Review: “Crates: Remix Fundamentals Vol. 1”