Controversy Corner: Is Kendrick Lamar The New Face Of Gangsta Rap?

Words by Tony Grands

Kendrick’s name has been ricocheting off of the hallway walls of Hip Hop for a while now. Any time someone speaks on hot, new artists – regardless of geography – his name is always mentioned. (& rightfully so, I might add. Continue reading

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Tupac & Notorious B.I.G. Are Still Alive

Words by Tony Grands

My 14 year old cousin & I had a conversation last week about rappers. It started with me asking him if he heard of Chief Keef, then abruptly cutting him off – mid-answer – telling him I know he has because he’s always online. Continue reading

Walter George, Jr. Dissects Kendrick Lamar’s Debut Album

Words by Walter George, Jr

Back in 2006, Compton’s The Game was hitting the charts with songs like “One Blood,” and numerous remixes with every rapper ever. He also dropped a favorite mixtape of mine, Black Wall Street Journal, Vol. 1, complete with a number of features from a number of West Coast rappers. Continue reading