When this episode first aired I didn’t realize what a musical gem and part of history it would be. (more…)

Ok, east coast classic hip hop fans, DJ Phaze has a treat for you this week. If this one doesn’t bless your ears, then we’ll have to revoke your ‘I am Hip Hop’ card. The perfect companion for your daily commute, workout or block party…. This one is fire!! Check the tracklist after the break.

Diggin’ In the Crates 80’s & 90’s Hip-Hop by GrownFolksMusic

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What more can I say??? A big birthday shout out to one of the best who ever put it down. Period. DJ Premier is what I refer to as a real(reel)producer. His style did not come in some box like instant oatmeal. It’s as real and big as it gets. (more…)

And now, the video. New jacks – heed the words! (Warning: Explicit Language)

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Artists listen up! Droppin’ knowledge and taking no shorts as usual. This is the new joint from their upcoming album, which from all indications, is going to be special. Check out the studio clip after the jump.

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Arguably the dopest, most consistent producer over the last 20 years, Primo represented on this ‘classic’ track.

Featuring Rakim, Kanye West and KRS One and created for Nike for the 25th anniversary of Air Force One’s (2007), this feels like NYC hip hop, circa 1988.

You can check out more on the Nike celebration here.

In keeping with our “samplin’ sport” series, the remix features a sample from the original Kung Fu Master, Carl Douglass himself, “Dance The Kung Fu”.
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KRS-One and DJ Kid Capri speaking truth to power & seeking to bring some much needed balance to the madness!

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