On May 20th, Grammy nominated hip-hop star, Rapsody, shared the official video for her song “Pay Up.” As we’ve come to expect from her, Rapsody’s visuals are on point! This one was directed by Brian Petchers, who delivered a colorful, captivating story to compliment the song.
Click here or on the image above to watch “Pay Up” and remember to like, comment and share.
Hip-hop’s living legend, Nasir Jones, PKA Nas, will give an intimate and interactive performance at Moose’s Tooth Pub (3300 Old Seward Hwy) in Anchorage, AK on Saturday, June 9th. Doors will open at 6 PM and the show will start at 7 PM sharp!
Tickets for this event is $60 USD and can be purchased HERE.
There is a lot of mix feelings about the visuals for J Cole’s ATM. Some people are really feeling it and labeling it as a whole next level in hip-hop, while others are saying it’s lame, wack etc. As far as we here at MJ Magazine is concerned, both the song and the video are on point. We fully endorse and support J Cole and what he’s doing.
Unfortunately, many people miss the underlying message, which is simply that “money isn’t everything” and “we shouldn’t sell ourselves for this money.”
If you are a true hip-hop lover you are going to appreciate this! Rap royalties, Black Star and Dead Prez will be performing on the same stage this Friday, April 20th. The event takes place at The Anthem (located at 901 Wharf Street SW) in Washington, DC.
Also on the bill are Mad Squablz, Jay Berd and DJ Bee. Tickets for this show can be purchased HERE.
“Bag U Up” is the new hip-hop single from Donte (who is a part of the group Mood and Space Invadaz). The track features Javotti Media’s emcee, K’Valentine, as well as Aiyo Sophia. It was produced by J Dilla.
The 2018 Atlanta Funk Fest is a three-day event which will take place at the Wolf Creek Amphitheater in Atlanta, Georgia from May 18th through to the 19th.
On the 18th the main attraction will be performances from: R.B.R.M. (Ronnie, Bobby, Rickey, Mike), Lil Kim and 702. On the 19th, hip-hop king pin Nas will be the highlight. He will be supported by Goodie Mob, Youngbloodz, Bilal and more. While Charlie Wilson and Loose Ends will be the headliners for the 20th.
Belaire’s “Self Made Tastes Better” video series continues with the 8th episode starring two-time Grammy-nominated rapper Rapsody.
Here, Rapsody sits down with Luc Belaire CEO Brett Berish to discuss what it’s like being a female emcee in a male-dominated industry, her influences, inspiring young girls, and working with 9th Wonder and Kendrick Lamar.
Click here or on the image above to watch the full interview.
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