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Latest EntriesThe J-Ronin Podcast ep.15 El Da Sensei (The Artifacts) w/ special guest Sav Killz!
Ronin returns with the legendary El Da Sensei of the Artifacts. Along with Sav Killz cohosting they discuss growing up in Brick City aka Newark, El and his love for graff and Polo and the formation of the Artifacts. Also discussed is El's solo career, including his...
Toronto-based StyleWriter Recka
When did you start writing? I started in 89 tagging scrawling mostly for two years, piecing throwups after 90-91 sparsely. Who were some of the writers that influenced you when you first started? Influenced by local writers such as "Salsa aka Fantasy", Base, Cram Roc,...
Sweatson Klank “Love At The Swimming Hole” (ChillHop)
New album from ChillHop Publishing 'Field Studies Vol. 1' by Sweatson Klank released 2-16-22. Sweatson Klank delivers a coincidentally sweaty and funk-infused chill hop soundscape that hydrates the soul. I love it when artists incorporate a vibe in their track, and...
Interview with Stylewriter CERO
Meet CERO a Tattoo artist and stylewriter based in Louisville, Ky home of the greatest.. Muhammad Ali. Recently we interviewed him about what he does and why he considers writing culture important. Basketball fan? Cardinals or Wildcats or don't give a shit? Don’t give...
Killswax Records KairOne (kair one) Interview
Today we spotlight Simi Valley's KairOne, proud father, turntablist, beat producer and owner of Killswax Records. He drops some scratch history on us and how he got into the scratch business. His most recent project 'Tones of Wax' is a 7" vinyl looper collaboration....
The J-Ronin Podcast ep.14 with Wu-tang’s True Master
The legendary Wu-tang producer chops it up with J-Ronin about his illustrious production discography, martial arts, movies, the criminal justice system, growing up in Brooklyn and so so much more. Please watch, like and subscribe to the channel. CONTACT INFORMATION:...
Krumbsnatcha aka “Judah The Prince” interview
At the age of 11 hearing his sisters dad who was a Dj playing U.T.F.O. he caught the rap bug, a few years later through a friend he met DJ Premier, who would introduce him to the late Guru (Gang Starr). Premo was supposed do a remix with Snatcha for a label out of his...
Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem Pass Billion Streams and Views After Super Bowl
The historic Halftime Show resulted in an explosion of performers’ streaming and viewing numbers, with increases reaching 390%. The official video for “Still D.R.E.” passed 1 billion YouTube views on the day of the show, and Eminem became first artist ever to have 10...
Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha ‘Helladian Oracles’ (Instrumentals)
After projects with sounds from Paris and Turkey, Dutch producer Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha takes the listener on a journey to Greece. The Greek sound inspired the producer to create the 10 track instrumental album 'Helladian Oracles'. The track titles and the...
Rah Chigga (Dj Rachi) Interview
Somewhere I read the Netherlands had the most DJs... Today meet DJ Rachi from Boxtel Holland. He can be described as a versatile scratch DJ & beat maker who loves spinning hip hop. How would you describe your style scratch/DJ or DJ/producer? I see turntablism,...
Synobia Parks CEO of ‘Show Your Nice LLC’
Recently we were invited to a show during NYC Fashion week for Y Generation and Barth NY. Synobia Parks a publicist at The Legion Media Group sent us the email. Synobia has worked with major brands such as SXSW, AC3 and Art Basel, she's also and entrepreneur. Check...
Jay Electronica, Sav Killz, Frank Knight and DJ J-Ronin Live at Sony Hall (Video)
Big Up J Ronin for the sharing these videos from a recent concert at Sony Hall 1.10.2022. The footage was taken by R. Hendrix. Catch the next show with Jay Electronica and the team (DJ J-Ronin, Sav Killz and Frank Knight) at Sony Hall Weds. March 16 with DJ Skizz,...
Dumbarton Rock Returns…
Dumbarton Rock is back with two crisply pressed 7 inch records. All four sides feature an irresistible slow rocking groove called the NHS riddim by Mungo’s Hi Fi, which first made an appearance on their dub LP Antidote featuring Jah Thomas. This time vocals are...
Elzhi “Seven Times Down Eight Times Up” by Fat Beats Records
You may know eLZhi from his affiliation with his former rap group Slum Village, giving us hits like Selfish. Perhaps, you’ve followed him from his early days in Detroit’s rap circles, his first independent release Witness My Growth produced by Nick Speed. Check out...
“Dr. Henry Louis Gates” Amazing Black Literature Archaeologist
Doctor Henry Louis Gates Jr is an amazing black literature archaeologist. Henry Louis Gates is a notable American literary critic, professor, historian, and change-maker. Born in West Virginia in 1950, Dr Gates is a true African American ambassador, born on the same...
Queens Beat Maker H. Potta Interview
How long have you been producing? Peace and thank you. I started messing around making beats in late 97. I made some demos for a friend who rapped from my neighborhood in Queens NY. Then I linked up with my boy Alex P. (RIP) and we started doing beats together as a...
Vasja Veber Co-Owner of Viberate Interview
Viberate (co-founded by acclaimed DJ and producer UMEK) is a blockchain-driven all-in-one platform for the live music industry, enabling music enthusiasts from all over the world to grow their careers and help shape the future of the industry and be compensated....
Canadian Rapper Nes aka Champs Pain Interview
What is your background where are you originally from? I was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. My family is originally from the Philippines and unfortunately it has been way too long since I've visited the motherland. I urge to go back and explore the beautiful...
Japanese artist and MMJ Activist Mardy Color interview
Meet artist Mardy Color supporter of MMJ. She creates art for everything from t-shirts, posters, stickers to handmade collectibles and other CBD and cannabis related products. We reached out to get the skinny on her custom weed renditions and she had to use a...
MF DOOM “Live From Planet X” (LP) [Updated]
Experience the exceedingly rare genius of an MF DOOM live performance with these exclusive straight from the soundboard audio recordings. Broadcasting from an undisclosed location, this limited edition vinyl pressing of “Live From Planet X” offers fans a chance to own...
BK Bonez ‘The Real Rat Pack’ Feat. Marz One / ‘How It Goes’ Feat. Donny G (7″ Vinyl)
'Death Knocks Twice' is the title of the upcoming LP from Toronto, Canada-based producer BK Bonez. The new album features his signature dense, hard-hitting production, no-holds-barred intensity and the raw microphone abilities of fellow canuck Donny G, ILLtemper,...
Cracker Jon & Violentlyill ‘Bought Off and Silenced’ By Gizmos and Toys
Cracker Jon links up with Northern Ireland's Violentlyill and first impressions would have you think the duo equate to an odd pairing, but as soon as you sink your teeth into the album you quickly discover what an absolute gem it is... Worlds appear to collide as...
Artist ‘Genesis The Greykid’ Interview
Where are you originally from? Chattanooga. I was born in Chattanooga. Even though I was only there for a few days, my mom wanted me to be born there. She loves the city and the doctor that delivered me, delivered my sister so yeah… Chattanooga is home. It’s my home...
Unagi Instrumental Album “Time and Temp”
A producer/DJ/occasional rapper, Unagi has been making beats since the nineties, with his crew Discs of Tron. He started with pause tapes before progressing to an SP-202, Dr. Rhythm drum machine, and cassette four-track, which he used to create his debut album,...