Homeboy Sandman, DJ Premier, Thermal Soundwaves, Blues Brovas 9000 & Lanz...
A get-it-while-you-can tape, an iconic DJ's new project, a timeless compilation, a classic-inspired debut & a cinematic confession, on our NY rap roundup. The post Homeboy Sandman, DJ Premier,...
View ArticleNBA All-Star Weekend Party: Ralph McDaniels, Video Music Box #4TheLoveofHipHop
Kicking off the 2015 NBA All-Star weekend in New York City, Ralph McDaniels, of Video Music Box fame, has put together a huge show. Details, tickets. The post NBA All-Star Weekend Party: Ralph...
View ArticleASAP Rocky, Sonny Cheeba, Koncept, Sumnlite & DJ Modesty [NY Rap Roundup –...
A$AP Rocky's new video, plus new music from Sonny Cheba (Camp Lo), Koncept (Brown Bag AllStars), DJ Modesty and Sumnlite on today's NY Rap Roundup The post ASAP Rocky, Sonny Cheeba, Koncept, Sumnlite...
View ArticlePRhyme (DJ Premier, Royce da 5′ 9″) at NYC’s Highline Ballroom – Info, Tickets
Hip hop superduo PRhyme (DJ Premier, Royce da 5' 9") descend on NYC's Highline Ballroom, February 22 . The post PRhyme (DJ Premier, Royce da 5′ 9″) at NYC’s Highline Ballroom – Info, Tickets appeared...
View ArticleRaekwon, French Montana, Busta Rhymes Go ‘Wall To Wall’
Wu-Tang vet Raekwon grabs fellow New York hip hop heavyweights Busta Rhymes and French Montana for the rambunctious "Wall To Wall." The post Raekwon, French Montana, Busta Rhymes Go ‘Wall To Wall’...
View ArticleMs. Lauryn Hill at Madiba Harlem / My Image Studios on March 21
Ms. Lauryn Hill will appear at Harlem's MIST / Madiba for an intimate show as part of the Small Axe: Acoustic Performance Series, presented by The Blue Note. The post Ms. Lauryn Hill at Madiba Harlem /...
View ArticleBodega Bamz Sidewalk Exec Album Release at SOBs – Hosted by Peter Rosenberg,...
Bodega Bamz unleashes his Sidewalk Exec album with an album release concert at SOBs, hosted by Peter Rosenberg & Cipha Sounds. The post Bodega Bamz Sidewalk Exec Album Release at SOBs – Hosted by...
View ArticleWorld Premiere of Souls of Mischief Documentary “‘Til Infinity” Coming To New...
'Til Infinity documentary celebrates 20 years of Souls of Mischief at the New York City International Film Festival [Ticket Giveaway] The post World Premiere of Souls of Mischief Documentary “‘Til...
View ArticleT La Rock, Silver Fox, & Kool DJ Red Alert Cypher [Video]
T La Rock and Silver Fox are two veteran MCs who helped rap music explode, along with Red Alert, who was instrumental in his role as hip hop radio pioneer. The post T La Rock, Silver Fox, & Kool DJ...
View ArticleAt Long Last, ASAP Rocky’s Album Appears
Leaked over the Memorial Day weekend, A$AP Rocky's sophomore release was immediately put on sale officially. Stream/download/purchase the album here. The post At Long Last, ASAP Rocky’s Album Appears...
View ArticleSoul Inscribed To Honor NYC Arts Community During Blue Note Jazz Festival...
Birthplace Magazine founder and editor-in-chief Manny Faces will be among those honored during Soul Inscribed's show at the 2015 Blue Note Jazz Festival. The post Soul Inscribed To Honor NYC Arts...
View ArticleProps To Hip Hop: Rest In Beats – Tribute to Rap’s Fallen Icons
The latest installment of the successful Props to Hip Hop event series pays homage to rap music's fallen icons The post Props To Hip Hop: Rest In Beats – Tribute to Rap’s Fallen Icons appeared first on...
View ArticleBring Your Own Vinyl Intergenerational Dance Party & Benefit
The Older Adults Technology Services organization presents The Senior Planet Bring Your Own Vinyl Intergenerational Dance Party and benefit The post Bring Your Own Vinyl Intergenerational Dance Party...
View ArticleNew York Hip Hop – September 2015 Lookback
A well-rounded recap/rundown of New York-area hip hop music that crossed out path during the month of September. The post New York Hip Hop – September 2015 Lookback appeared first on New York Hip Hop -...
View ArticleStretch and Bobbito Documentary: Downtown NYC Premiere [TICKET GIVEAWAY]
Win tickets to this incredible documentary about the Stretch Armstrong and Bobbito Show, arguably the most influential hip-hop radio program ever The post Stretch and Bobbito Documentary: Downtown NYC...
View ArticleIt’s Beginning With a Jam: Bronxlyn Productions is Making a Splash on the NYC...
From Erykah Badu to Afrika Bambaataa and Kool Herc, Bronxlyn Productions is delivering noteworthy events to NYC's hip-hop underground The post It’s Beginning With a Jam: Bronxlyn Productions is Making...
View ArticleConnecting the NY Hip-Hop Dots: Cam’ron, Smoke DZA, Harry Fraud, Kirk Knight...
New releases from Cam'ron, SZA & Harry Fraud and Kirk Knight and Joey Badass are connected by few degrees of NY hip-hop separation. The post Connecting the NY Hip-Hop Dots: Cam’ron, Smoke DZA,...
View ArticleCANCELED: Dice Raw + (le) poisson rouge Present ‘I Got Life’ Weekly Residency...
Unfortunately, the I Got Life residency has been canceled. Dice Raw, accomplished performer/songwriter/producer best known for his frequent collaborations with The Roots, will be heading up a...
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French Montana ft. ASAP Rocky “Said N Done” [HOT OR NOT?]
French Montana and A$AP Rocky join forces on “Said N Done,” off of French Montana’s album, MC4. It’s a spirited attempt over the sample made hip-hop famous by the Wu-Tang Clan on “Tearz.” Since we’re...
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Hip Hop Retreat Week: Aug. 9-14 – Panels, Performances and Education
For five days, Hip Hop Retreat Week will host a series of performances, panel discussions and special events at various locations throughout New York City. Continue reading Hip Hop Retreat Week: Aug....
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