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.
The 2018 Cincinnati Funk Fest takes place on Friday, April 27 at 8 PM. It will be held at the US Bank Arena (100 Broadway St, Cincinnati 45202). This year’s lineup includes Erykah Badu, Yasiin Bey aka Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Hi Tek, Kameron Corvet, Speed Walton and Lauren Elyise.
Tickets are currently on sale; click here to purchase.
On Sunday, July 22nd, Ms. Lauryn Hill will be performing songs from her Grammy album, “The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,” at the Pitchfork Music Festival. As the album was released in August 1998, this is its 20 year anniversary.
Celebrating its 13th year in 2018, the internationally recognized Pitchfork Music Festival will present 40+ acts over the course of three days in Chicago’s Union Park. It’s expected to host 60,000 attendees of all ages from 45 states and 26 countries.
For additional information and tickets visit: http://pitchforkmusicfestival.com
Never one to disappoint, hip-hop artist, actor and activist Common, released a full length album titled “August Greene” on March 9th. The project is a collaborative effort with Grammy-winning pianist/producer Robert Glasper and drummer/producer Kerriem Riggins. The trio have formed a group, with the same name, and this album is their first release.
“August Greene” is now available via Amazon and it has been getting great reviews from music critics all over. The best way to sum up this project is that it’s mature hip-hop. Common has never been and is not now, on any kind of money trip, hype or fame buzz. He’s doing what he always does, speak to his people through his music.
The official visuals for “Radio Silence,” which is taken from Talib Kweli’s latest album, with the same name, is now available for viewing. The song features Amber Coffman and Myka 9 and it was produced by Mr. Carmack & Abjo.
The video was directed, shot and edited by Trapsolutely. Click here or on image above to watch and remember to like, comment and share.
Here is the official video for “Chrome (Like Ooh)” taken from Rapsody‘s Grammy nominated album Laila’s Wisdom. The song is on the Jamla Records label and it’s under exclusive license to Roc Nation. The video was directed by Chad Tennies and Mac Grant.
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On February 8th, Javotti Media’s recording artist K’Valentine shared the official video for her record, “Us,” which features Talib Kweli. With the recent release of the Black Panther movie that has broken so many records and myths, this video is timely as it also touches on the Black power movement.
Click here or on image above to watch “Us” and remember to like, comment and share.
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