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    Category: Culture

    Film – Boom For Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean Michel-Basquiat

    Directed by Sara Driver.  The documentary shares the story of pre-fame Jean Michel-Basquiat. A skinny 16 year old with ambitions of being a famous artist. With no… Read more “Film – Boom For Real: The Late Teenage Years of Jean Michel-Basquiat”

    November 12, 2018November 12, 2018 by #TheMC

    Culture: Takashi Murakami x Virgil Abloh – “AMERICA TOO”

    Off White curator, Virgil Abloh, and the “Andy Warhol of Japan,” Takashi Murakami link once more for Exhibit, America Too. There is a zone of supremacy in… Read more “Culture: Takashi Murakami x Virgil Abloh – “AMERICA TOO””

    October 13, 2018October 13, 2018 by #TheMC

    Film: Hip Hop Evolution (Season 2) Premieres Oct. 19th on Netflix

    So I’m late. Canada’s Hip-Hop Evolution Inc., partnered with Netflix to share their project, Hip Hop Evolution, November 2016. This gem of a docuseries is sliced into… Read more “Film: Hip Hop Evolution (Season 2) Premieres Oct. 19th on Netflix”

    October 6, 2018October 6, 2018 by #TheMC

    #Internship W/ Shaquille O’Neal’s Record Label, Deja 34 Records – #Raleigh-Durham , #Charlotte & #Greensboro

    Deja 34 Records, an independent record label owned by future NBA hall-of-famer Shaquille O’Neal, is seeking college interns to assist with promotions of new recording artists for… Read more “#Internship W/ Shaquille O’Neal’s Record Label, Deja 34 Records – #Raleigh-Durham , #Charlotte & #Greensboro”

    November 6, 2012November 6, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Hip Hop & Jazz, HBE Covers OutKast’s “SpottieOttieDopaliscious”

    For week three of October we continue the Official, Unofficial Jazz month with @HypnoticBrass Ensemble… Hypnotic Brass Ensemble (or HBE) are eight brothers from the south side… Read more “Culture: Hip Hop & Jazz, HBE Covers OutKast’s “SpottieOttieDopaliscious””

    October 19, 2012October 19, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Jazz and Hip-Hop, The Wu-Tang Clan Samples Thelonius Monk

    Every week for the month of October, we will celebrate the influence of Jazz in Hip-Hop. 10 October 1917. Jazz musician, educator, Thelonius Monk was born. As… Read more “Culture: Jazz and Hip-Hop, The Wu-Tang Clan Samples Thelonius Monk”

    October 10, 2012October 10, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: The Art of Rap (DVD)

    Few films and even, fewer documentaries about Hip Hop grace the silver screen. But earlier this year, Something From Nothing: The Art Of Rap, mingled with projectors… Read more “Culture: The Art of Rap (DVD)”

    October 4, 2012October 5, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: 2012 NBA Champions, Miami Heat in Snapbacks [Photos]

    Last night, Miami Heat and King James claimed the throne as NBA Champs. Over the years NBA and Adidas have collaborated in the championship cap. Check this… Read more “Culture: 2012 NBA Champions, Miami Heat in Snapbacks [Photos]”

    June 22, 2012June 22, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Keith Haring x OBEY 2012 Capsule Collection

    Keith Haring and OBEY Clothing collaborate forming “Pop art propaganda.” Watch the visual and check the collection below the jump.

    June 20, 2012June 20, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Street Artist, D. Dover, Paints in Motion | dir. by Kutiman

    Street artist D. Dover takes a step by step approach when creating an escalator mural in Tel Aviv. Check it out.

    June 12, 2012June 12, 2012 by #TheMC

    Editorial: “Is Hip Hop Counted?,” Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums of All Time

    ROLLING STONE compiles the masterful list titled, The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Kanye West and Jay-Z lead in number of appearances and Public Enemy claims… Read more “Editorial: “Is Hip Hop Counted?,” Rolling Stone 500 Greatest Albums of All Time”

    May 23, 2012November 12, 2018 by #TheMC

    Culture: SB.TV – Akala, Lowkey, Saul Williams & M.K. Asante In Conversation

    Akala, Lowkey, Saul Williams and M.K. Asante give a inviting discussion about culture, race, politics and Hip Hop. Lance Penez provides the statement below:

    May 17, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: PNC Radio, “Protect The Cosign” (w/ Torae, Kris Kasanova and more)

    The first ever “Protect The Cosign” hosted by The Company Man, Kid Potential and Combat Jack  presented by PNC Radio. Featured artists include: Wordspit, Kris Kasanova, FT… Read more “Culture: PNC Radio, “Protect The Cosign” (w/ Torae, Kris Kasanova and more)”

    May 16, 2012May 16, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Dissecting Creativity With Pharrell Williams

    May 10, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Curren$y – ORIGINS | dir. by Court Dunn

    Directed by Court Dunn. Storytelling has always been a quintessential part of the art. Hip Hop has only gotten more sophisticated doing so. XclusivesZone.net presents in assocation… Read more “Culture: Curren$y – ORIGINS | dir. by Court Dunn”

    May 7, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Phife Dawg Talks Beats, Rhymes & Life Documentary; Nas’ Involvement

    In part three, Phife Dawg sits down with the Come Up Show and talks Beats, Life and Rhymes documentary and Q-Tip’s persona. Check it out.  

    May 5, 2012 by #TheMC

    Editorial: Tupac On The LA Riots (Video); The 20th Anniversary of a Sociopolitical Outcry

    Tupac speaks on the LA Riots in the rare footage after the jump.

    April 30, 2012November 12, 2018 by #TheMC

    Culture: De La Soul by Aerosol Artist Caleb Aero

    The street painter creates a portrait canvas of De La Soul; played back to “Forever.” So fitting. Check it out. For more on Caleb Aero here.  

    April 25, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: New Details Emerge, Air Jordan Retro VI (6) Olympic

    Easily a summer kick I’m highly anticipating. Air Jordan Retro VI Olympic sneakers have a few pics floating around the web. Check it out below.

    April 22, 2012April 22, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Obey The Giant – The First Narrative Film About OBEY

    OBEY Clothing was founded on the art, design and ideals of Shepard Fairey. What started for Fairey with an absurd sticker he created in 1989 while studying at… Read more “Culture: Obey The Giant – The First Narrative Film About OBEY”

    April 22, 2012April 22, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Wu – The Story of the Wu-Tang Clan (Full Movie)

    Directed by Gerald Barclay. “Wu is the way, tang is the slang in it…” –RZA In the summer of 1993, the most influential NY rap group and… Read more “Culture: Wu – The Story of the Wu-Tang Clan (Full Movie)”

    April 22, 2012April 22, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Something From Nothing: The Art Of Rap [Trailer]

    June 15, 2012

    April 17, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Spike Lee x Air Jordan Son of Mars ‘Club Purple’

    The second round Spike Lee tribute shoe by Air Jordan, the Son of Mars, is out just in time for the weekend. Air Jordan maintains a subtle… Read more “Culture: Spike Lee x Air Jordan Son of Mars ‘Club Purple’”

    April 7, 2012April 7, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Black Scale x A$VP Rocky Capsule Collection LookBook

    Photographer: D.Steezy A$VP Rocky has teamed with Black Scale merging the A$VP Mob brand with California premium street wear. Similarly Odd Future and Supreme collided forming a… Read more “Culture: Black Scale x A$VP Rocky Capsule Collection LookBook”

    April 6, 2012April 6, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: New Era Flagbearers – Les Twins

    The most logical marriage in sports/entertainment seem to be Hip Hop and basketball; however, baseball is not too far of a stretch. According to New Era: French… Read more “Culture: New Era Flagbearers – Les Twins”

    March 29, 2012March 30, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Lord Finesse – “Inconsiderate Females” (1989 DJ Premier Demo Session)

    A little bit of culture. Lord Finesse here with the 0:43 second snippet along with a personal note: “What you have right here is the start of… Read more “Culture: Lord Finesse – “Inconsiderate Females” (1989 DJ Premier Demo Session)”

    March 29, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: VICE & Project X’s Party Legends: Snoop Dogg [Explicit]

    Its okay if its in a cartoon. I haven’t seen Project X yet, but I heard it was good. VICE and Project X launched  Party Legends: An… Read more “Culture: VICE & Project X’s Party Legends: Snoop Dogg [Explicit]”

    March 26, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Spike Lee presents Nike “The Chance”

    With The Chance, Nike Football is searching the world for the next wave of hungry young footballers. Finalists in 50 countries will compete in Barcelona for a… Read more “Culture: Spike Lee presents Nike “The Chance””

    March 26, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Reebok x Basquiat x Swizz Beatz 2012 Spring/Summer Capsule Collection

    Reebok unveils the 2012 Spring/Summer capsule collection inspired by Michel Jean-Basquiat with a Swizz Beatz flavor. The sneakers consist of Omni Lite Pumps, a Top Down and… Read more “Culture: Reebok x Basquiat x Swizz Beatz 2012 Spring/Summer Capsule Collection”

    March 25, 2012March 25, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Steve Stoute Interviews Nas; Discusses Rakim Comparisons

    Steve Stoute converses with Nas during an interview at the SXSW Music & Media conference. Entrepreneur Steve Stoute, author of The Tanning of America: How Hip-Hop Created… Read more “Culture: Steve Stoute Interviews Nas; Discusses Rakim Comparisons”

    March 23, 2012March 23, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Is 50 Cent the Bono of Hip Hop? Rapper Travels with UN World Food Programme

    Negatively charged with sexism, stupidity and ignorance for his lyrics; such as, “Go, go shawty it’s your birthday” and dropping the F-bomb faithfully without warning has grown… Read more “Culture: Is 50 Cent the Bono of Hip Hop? Rapper Travels with UN World Food Programme”

    March 15, 2012March 15, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: Qream, Pharrell Talks i am OTHER and Lauryn Hill Inspiration

    Qream creator, Pharrell Williams, sits down with Qream ambassador, Miss Info, and talks i am OTHER and being inspired by Lauryn Hill.

    March 10, 2012March 10, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: K’Naan Performs “Fatimah,” 2012 Film Independent Spirit Awards

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    March 9, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: VH1 Rock Docs, “UPRISING: Hip Hop and the LA Riots” [Trailer]

    VH1 Rock Doc: Uprising: Hip Hop and The LA Riots premiering May 1st at 9/8c

    March 9, 2012 by #TheMC

    Culture: “I don’t have that type of riches, my riches is life,” Marley [Trailer]

    Directed by Kevin MacDonald. Bob Marley’s universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is both unique and unparalleled. MARLEY is… Read more “Culture: “I don’t have that type of riches, my riches is life,” Marley [Trailer]”

    March 9, 2012 by #TheMC

    Editorial: Death of the Conscious Rapper

    The 90s was the placeholder for creative gold coming into formation. Rappers such as, Jay-Z, OutKast, Fugees and others became domineering forces associated with hip hop. But… Read more “Editorial: Death of the Conscious Rapper”

    February 18, 2012August 23, 2012 by #TheMC

    Editorial: Dub-Hop. A New Wave Crashes Sound Barriers

    Dub-Hop, or the combination of Dubstep and Hip-Hop, is the newly craved electronic dance rhythm. The raw and rugged rap fiends merging with the underground 2012 “dark-garage”… Read more “Editorial: Dub-Hop. A New Wave Crashes Sound Barriers”

    February 15, 2012August 23, 2012 by #TheMC

    Editorial: How Southern Rappers Changed the Climate of Hip Hop; The Expectations Of a Region

    Up and coming rappers succumbed to the east coast sound and lyrical poise from rap initiators such as: Kool Herc, Run DMC, to name a few. But,… Read more “Editorial: How Southern Rappers Changed the Climate of Hip Hop; The Expectations Of a Region”

    February 14, 2012August 23, 2012 by #TheMC

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