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DJ Cassidy's 'Pass The Mic Live!' Sold Out Radio City Music Hall Honors Hip Hop's 50t Photo DJ Cassidy's 'Pass The Mic Live!' Sold Out Radio City Music Hall Honors Hip Hop's 50th Birthday
by Michael Major - July 25, 2023

The epic three-hour event featured the likes of Big Daddy Kane, Doug E. Fresh, Rakim, Slick Rick, KRS-One, Grandmaster Melle Mel, Sugarhill Gang, EPMD, Nice ‘N Smooth, Roxanne Shante, Monie Love, Treach of Naughty By Nature, and dozens more, who played to a full house of enthused fans of all ages....

4L Javi Releases New Single 'DoubleTree' Photo 4L Javi Releases New Single 'DoubleTree'
by Michael Major - March 24, 2023

With a clear influence of California house party rap, the Riverside native paints the scene of beautiful women and black trucks leaving his show to head straight to the hotel. Using his signature smooth sound, Javi reminds his special guests why he surpasses any competition over an atmospheric beat ...

Addie Brik Announces New Album 'That Dog Don't Hunt' Photo Addie Brik Announces New Album 'That Dog Don't Hunt'
by Michael Major - September 08, 2022

‘That Dog Don’t Hunt’ is the Georgia-born, Scottish-based artist’s first release since 2018’s ‘I Have A Doctor On Board’ and is confirmed to feature contributions from Deacon Blue’s Jim Prime, Alex Rex of Trembling Bells, and Robbie MacIntosh (Paul McCartney/The Pretenders). The album is preceded by...

ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Release “Vibe” Ahead Of Forthcoming Album, For The FKN Love Photo ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT Release “Vibe” Ahead Of Forthcoming Album, For The FKN Love
by A.A. Cristi - December 10, 2021

When it comes to boombap and classic rap, there isn't anyone who does it like the trailblazers, name-makers, and ground-shakers like Arrested Development, and their newest single, 'Vibe'....

KCRW Presents Season Three of Lost Notes Podcast Hosted by Hanif Abdurraqib Photo KCRW Presents Season Three of Lost Notes Podcast Hosted by Hanif Abdurraqib
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 10, 2020

KCRW announces today details of the third season of the critically acclaimed music documentary podcast Lost Notes....

Snowboxx 2020 Announces Full Lineup, Featuring Andy C, Annie Mac, DJ EZ, and More! Photo Snowboxx 2020 Announces Full Lineup, Featuring Andy C, Annie Mac, DJ EZ, and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 05, 2019

Snowboxx has revealed the full line-up for its 2020 edition as it returns to the stunning slopes of Avoriaz on 21st - 28th March with headliners Andy C, Annie Mac, DJ EZ and special guests The Sugarhill Gang confirmed. Offering a 360 degree snow-festival experience at an unbeatable price, this pictu...

VIDEO: Watch Sugarhill Gang Perform 'Rapper's Delight' on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Photo VIDEO: Watch Sugarhill Gang Perform 'Rapper's Delight' on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Sarah Leiber - October 25, 2019

The Sugarhill Gang performs the song Rapper's Delight from the Brooklyn Academy of Music on Jimmy Kimmel Live....

 John Roberts to Release EP 'Looking' Photo John Roberts to Release EP 'Looking'
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 25, 2019

EMMY® Award-nominated actor, comedian, singer, and songwriterJohn Roberts (the voice of Linda on Bob's Burgers) will release his debut EP Lookingon July 26. ...

EMMY Award-Nominated John Roberts To Release LOOKING EP On 7/26, Shares Title-Track T Photo EMMY Award-Nominated John Roberts To Release LOOKING EP On 7/26, Shares Title-Track Today
by Tori Hartshorn - May 17, 2019

EMMY® Award-nominated actor, comedian, singer, and songwriter John Roberts is excited to announce the forthcoming release of his debut EP Looking. Produced byJonathan Bates (Big Black Delta/Mellowdrone), the EP will be released on July 26 and today he reveals the title track by way of a video shot b...

Iceland's Secret Solstice 2019 Announces Final Lineup Photo Iceland's Secret Solstice 2019 Announces Final Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 17, 2019

Holding its sixth edition over the midnight sun weekend with 72 hours of non-stop sunlight next month, Iceland's Secret Solstice has revealed its final lineup for this June 21-23, 2019 at Laugardalur, Reykjavik, Iceland in addition to announcing its new off-site after-hours programming, Ragnarök. We...

The World's Only Party Inside a Glacier with Martin Garrix & Marc Kinchen (MK) at Ice Photo The World's Only Party Inside a Glacier with Martin Garrix & Marc Kinchen (MK) at Iceland's Secret Solstice 2019
by Tori Hartshorn - April 04, 2019

Gearing up for its sixth edition in Reykjavík, Iceland, Secret Solstice welcomes the return of its once-in-a-lifetime add-on events this June 21-23, 2019. Taking place within ultra rare and exclusive settings amongst Iceland's otherworldly landscapes, this year's nature-inspired musical side events ...

Iceland's Secret Solstice 2019 Announces Phase 2 Lineup With Black Eyed Peas, The Sug Photo Iceland's Secret Solstice 2019 Announces Phase 2 Lineup With Black Eyed Peas, The Sugarhill Gang, Patti Smith and More
by Tori Hartshorn - February 28, 2019

Secret Solstice, Iceland's Midnight Sun music and culture festival, is pleased to present their phase two lineup for its sixth edition this June 21-23, 2019 in Reykjavik, Iceland during 72 hours of non-stop sunlight. Performing in Iceland for the first time, Secret Solstice is honored to welcome leg...

Hip Hop Hall of Fame Museum & Hotel Signs Term Sheet on Harlem Building Site Photo Hip Hop Hall of Fame Museum & Hotel Signs Term Sheet on Harlem Building Site
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 13, 2018

The Official Hip Hop Hall of Fame Museum & Hotel is proud to announce that they have finally signed a term sheet to acquire its Harlem building and development site on 125th St for its long awaited Uptown Manhattan project. The Hip Hop Hall of Fame team is now actively engaged in its capital campaig...

New Album 'NOW That's What I Call Old Skool' Out Today
by Caryn Robbins - August 03, 2017

Hitting shelves across the UK on the 4th of August, NOW have once again come up with the goods with their new release, NOW That's What I Call Old Skool....

'NOW That's What I Call Old Skool!' Hits Shelves 8/4; Full Track List!
by Caryn Robbins - July 25, 2017

Hitting shelves across the UK on the 4th of August, NOW have once again come up with the goods with their new release, NOW That's What I Call Old Skool....

Urban Movie Channel's Black Music Month Collection Features Notorious B.I.G., Jimi Hendrix, Earth Wind & Fire, and a Special Retrospective on Tupac Shakur
by Caryn Robbins - June 01, 2017

Urban Movie Channel (UMC) is bringing viewers an exciting yet educational scope of titles in celebration of Black Music Month. Beginning on Friday, June 2, 2017, UMC's Black Music Month collection will include films featuring some of the culture's most prominent and beloved entertainers. Titles from...












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