Hip hop started in New York but is it still the most influential or the most important city in Hip Hop? If not what city is? Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and Michael Pratt (@ProjectPratt11) discuss. Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast
AFTER TOURING THE UNITED STATES, AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ERIC BELLINGER REFLECTS ON FAMILY, LOVE AND THE COST OF PURSUING YOUR DREAMS IN THE NEW VIDEO FOR
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Vevo announces the release of 6lack’s live video for his track “Scripture”, shot in NYC’s Elizabeth Street Garden. Vevo live videos aim to show artists work through a different prism. With raw, stripped-down performances, the audience is able to connect with the music in a new way while allowing a raw and intimate look into the mind of the artist. “Scripture” comes off 6lack’s recently released full-length East Atlanta Love Letter. The critically-acclaimed album has been praised as “quietly radical R&B” (High Snobiety), “musically rich and sonically produced” (Stereogum), and…
“The song was inspired by the oft-forgotten vibe and energy of the 90’s and 00’s. A time when you could go to the club, dance and enjoy the night unencumbered by phones and social media. ‘Ghetto Girl’ is an anthem for the ‘around the way’ girl. There was always something special to me about a true ‘ghetto’ girl. I wanted to glorify her, but I didn’t want it to sound like your everyday, standard trap song.” – Denver Mike The 4-minute record is produced by industry heavyweight Mike Free and…
‘Sound of the City’ gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to produce an album by following the creation of Wreckshop Nation’s collaborative new project titled ‘Unity Vol. 1.’ The docu-series premieres Sept. 17, 2018. Wreckshop Nation (WSN) is an independently owned entertainment company focused on promoting and producing digital content, products, and services for artists while simultaneously embracing the Southern Hip-Hop culture that developed in Houston during the late 1990’s “Wreckshop Records” era and still thrives today. Wreckshop aims to be more than just a label, but a brand; it…
Thousands of Women Singing “Dats My Bae” to Him in His Latest Tour Video
Is addiction an issue in Hip-Hop, or an issue in the larger music industry, or a n American issue? Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) discuss. This episode is dedicated to Mac Miller, aka Malcolm James McCormick, 1992-2018. Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast The Hard Knock Life Podcast is dedicated to the new core of Hip-Hop today: the business, the brand; and the balance between authenticity and entertainment. HKL breaks down the deals and the real; the bars and beef. HKL connects echoes of…
After premiering his spacely single, “Elon” on Shade 45 via DJ Trackstar as well as unveiling the Left Brain produced banger “Mobbin” late Sunday evening, Sahtyre releases his project, CRYNOWDIELATER on all digital platforms. Sahtyre says, “In this hyper-digital age where likes and clicks dictate one’s happiness and sanity, many of us struggle with depression and find it hard to simply exist. CRYNOWDIELATER means ‘be yourself while you still can’ and that’s the message that I would love to convey to everybody who hears this. You are special, you are…
The Celebrated Grammy Award Winner Channels His Inner Yogi To Bring Tranquility Vibes With His Meditation Music EP
Portland R&B artist Free5ive returns with the wavy new single “Do U Bad.” A melodic piano melody and trap influenced drums lay the soundscape for Free5ive as he breaks down some simple rules to the game of love. Free5ive flexes his range with the slightly auto-tuned vocals for fans Tory Lanez or 6Black. Working closely with Portland artists TYuS and Eso.Xo.Supreme, Free5ive has been steadily introducing his brand of R&B to the world and putting on for his city in the meantime. Be sure to check out Free5ive’s official video for “Can’t/Different” featuring…