Category: music

The Internet has started a democratization of the music industry, including rap. The boost in access has led to a boost in styles and sounds. With all this apparent diversity, the traditional position of a rapper seems outdated. Listen as Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) discuss. Let us know what you think! Artwork and pics 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…

Because New York City is the birthplace of Hip-Hop, the “King of New York” title has been widely coveted and hotly contested for decades. In the past, the title has been held decidedly: The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, JAY Z, 50 Cent. In 2018 however, after New York’s preeminence has faded, the title holder is less clear. Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) and TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) attempt to crown the newest “King of New York.” Visuals by @SimplyDop3 Executive Produced by @BSideAnthems Follow us on twitter and IG: @HKLpodcast

50 Cent and Drake are arguably the biggest Hip-Hop stars of their respective decades, the 2000’s and 2010’s. They have become cultural icons and standalone economies, influencing pop culture and starting (and ending) careers. But whose impact was greater between the two? Recorded in Fresthetic (@fresthetic), home of Classic Material NY in Brooklyn, NY, Saul Goodman (@lionofbedstuy) TheCainMarko (@thecainmarko) and Melton (@marinkd) debate who was greater in his prime: Drake or 50 Cent. We discuss what an artist’s “prime” could be, as well as sales, beef, street credibility, pen games; entourages…