rap
Rhythm and Poetry; rap music is a genre centered around speaking truth to power with style.
What Is Hip Hop ?
What is Hip-Hop? Throughout recent history, many scholars, philosophers, writers, and other prevalent scholars have attempted to define Hip Hop as well as what it means to be Hip-Hop. Google defines Hip-Hop as a “style of popular music of US black and Hispanic origin, featuring rap with an electronic backing”. Although, Google has provided this definition I believe that it is overly general and inaccurate to the roots of what create what we know as Hip-Hop. Through research and multiple interviews i have discovered that Hip Hop is more of a culture that cannot be accurately defined by one simple sentence. Hip-hop has many facets; it can be fashion, poetry, and or art, because to put it plainly, Hip Hop is heritage. It is all these things. In this essay, I will analyze and identify what exactly Hip Hop means as well as give an example of who best embodies the representation of what is means to be Hip-Hop.
By SWERVE GONZALEZ6 years ago in Beat
ROOKIE2X
Meet Rising Louisiana hip-hop artist, Rookie2x. Born in Germany, but raised in the small town of Leesville, La. He grew up watching his older brother rap into a microphone hanging from a ceiling fan blade. Mailing cassette tapes to various labels. Fast forwarding years later, he starts his musical career formerly known as, CEO Rookie. He started the rap group, B.O.$. The group consisted of 6 artists by the time he ended it. Luci, a former member and brother of loyalty, is the only one from group still here. Unlike before, Rookie2x no longer desire money. He started a new goal, and that’s for his story to be heard. December 3rd, of 2019 marked the day of his new brand. Purchased a brand new studio, but made no music. He first networked to meet people with industry knowledge. He then started building his brand, Rookie2x, with non stop Press Release. Reaching out to several artist on Instagram, Damar Jackson, former T.I.G Records, artist responded. First song recorded was on Christmas and it features Damar. He then completed his full seven track album on January 26, 2020 titled, “Calm Before Tha Storm.” Featuring Damar Jackson, Lil’Luci, and many more. The album is set to release, August 7, 2020. His debut album single, “Intro”, off the album was released April 18th. With the budget of $1,675 being taken from an online scam. Ordering almost $1.7k worth of song marketing from an individual on Instagram, impersonating the well known, WillStylz. Working paycheck to paycheck to get some traction, the official, WillStylz, connected with the artist. Mr. Will managed to get Rookie2x in front of several label A&Rs, such as KingLyte (DefJam), Bobby (Empire), and many more. MrTooOfficial with Quality Control Music, and Rookie2x connected the following day. Going live on Instagram viewing future releases and giving great advice. It is planned for them to meet when he goes to Atlanta. Rookie2x speaks highly of his artist management, Anthony, CEO, of Trillest Entertainment.
By Jason James 6 years ago in Beat
Meztheprod , Driven To Success
Tony Brown, also known as Meztheprod, is well known in the East Coast hip-hop scene, as a national and international sensation! During the past 18 years the Washington D.C. native has undoubtedly worked hard to make his mark in the industry, partnering with MC's, DJ's and a variety of Artist veterans in the industry.
By Quality impact 6 years ago in Beat
8-Year-Old Fredericksburg Native Catches The Attention Of Reigning Rap Queen, Cardi B
FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA— Chart-topper Cardi B is taking notice of a young rapper in the making who hails from Fredericksburg. After Kennedy O’Neal recently dropped a remix to the chart topper’s popular single, “Money,” the hip hop queen quickly took notice and showed the young rising artist some social media love courtesy of Instagram.
By Nikki Gaskins Campbell6 years ago in Beat
2020 Hip Hop Survival Kit (COVID-19 ERA)
The weather is good around the Bay lately and I’ve been itching to get back to my routine making my rounds. However these are dark days we are experiencing currently with this Covid-19 pandemic and there is no question that all industries are affected. That includes the rap game and so I’ve been thinking about the things I did to get in the game, and how now I can’t even do some of those things. Now it is more evident then ever that times have changed, and we all need to re-evaluate our game. Right now I can’t hit up the club with my squad and get my singles played, can’t even hit the mall to promote and sell cd’s in the parking lot. I was working on touring this Spring and now thats all off the table. After a recent meeting with 106.1 KMEL about my single getting aired, and talks with BET about getting the video in rotation, things have stalled. I’ve been getting the run around about how this virus has shut down a lot of offices, and pushed back certain things. So now I’m looking at 2020 like, how can switch up the plan and still thrive in this downward spiral we’re going through. So I put together this 2020 Rapper Survival Kit to use as a guideline, and help other artists who may need direction.
By Renz Julian6 years ago in Beat
(Most) Modern Rap is bad?
(Note: whenever I say “rapper,” I am saying a majority, not all rappers) As a musician and fan of (most) music, it pains me to see, rather hear, poor musicianship in modern music. What I am about to say may cause you to desire to punch me in the face. Are you ready? Are you sure? Here we go. Modern rap music is bad. Ok, maybe not all of it, but MOST modern rap music is bad.
By James McKinney6 years ago in Beat
Song Review: 'The Box' by Roddy Ricch
The Box by Roddy Ricch is the number one song in America. I am curious as to why? What is it about this song that has resonated so deeply with the American people that it has become the most popular piece of music on the market today? In this review I will examine the appeal of The Box, it’s themes, meanings and lyrical elements. We will also examine the songs place in the history and evolution of rap and hip hop as that is far more interesting than the song itself.
By Sean Patrick6 years ago in Beat
