20 Years Later Wu Tang Clan Still Aint nuthin' Ta Fu** Wit!!!

I could go on and on and on speaking on the power and influence of the clan on my life as a member of the hip hop community. Here we have a retrospective look at the legendary debut album Enter the Wu Tang 36 Chambers 20 yrs later.



Nonstop Sound spoke with Raekwon and Masta Killa of the Wu-Tang Clan on the importance of their seminal album, Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), 20 years after its release. Raekwon said the group’s members all hit lyrical “home runs” and Masta Killa added they were filling a “void” in hip-hop. The group then performed the record in its entirety in the outskirts of Staten Island as part of the Red Bull Music Academy World Tour, a five-part series which visited each of NYC’s five boroughs. Interview by Dale Eisinger

After the jump checkout a great convo on just what makes a classic album.

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10 Dynamic and Influential Black All-Stars Of The Last Decade Aaron McGruder

Comedy and controversy went hand in hand over the last ten years, and Aaron McGruder is one person to thank for that (besides Dave Chappelle). His national syndicated comic strip, The Boondocks, became a hit animated series for the Adult Swim network when it premiered in November 2005. The series centers around The Freeman family—ten-year old Huey, his eight-year-old brother Riley, and their grandfather Robert, and has received much attention for its intelligent and sharp social satire of American culture and race. The series concluded its third season in August but as of yet, there is no word on a fourth season.

I can only hope that 2011 sees a season 4.......

Civilizational Fail / Weezy Time

 It says so much without saying anything at all. I wonder if the creator of this was as focused on voting?
Anyway, Wayne's out so we can get more of those Young Money classics we all know and love right?

For those actually interested in all this, MissInfo has the breakdown.

A.Keys + Swizzy Get A South African Blessing

While visiting S.A for the World Cup everyone favorite "holier then thou" bashing targets took a detour to handle some spiritual blessing for their new seed.

Wearing tribal beads, Alicia and her baby were given Zulu names while standing under a fig tree known as the ‘healing tree’ by locals who believe it brings good fortune and health. ‘Two female priests who practice a mix of Christianity and tribal custom chose new names for her and the unborn child, as a mark of respect. The names were kept between them, but were chosen to reflect Alicia’s character.

‘Alicia had to do a special dance with drums banging in the background, and was embraced by abused children who she has helped. She was chosen for the ceremony as a thank-you, because she has done a lot to keep children’s lives afloat and for us to afford our support staff.

‘Her partner came too – he held her hand and helped her sit down when she needed rest.’

Yeah I'm pulling for things to work out with this two........tuff break Krucial Keys.

Hip Hop Ain't Dead..... Part I: The "Event Album" Where Did It Go???

Let's dive into this topic. Now many of this various Hip Hop danger points may be similar or at least relate to each other but we'll see how each has its unique threat level all it's own.

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Upcoming Blog Series: Hip Hop Aint Dead....

....But It's Got Lots Of People Trying To Kill It!!!!!

In the upcoming days I'll visit 25 factors or potential treats to the music, culture and lifestyle that is hip hop. Some positions I'll support and some I may be strongly against. Come with me starting later today for Part I The "Event Album" Where Did It Go???

Hip Hop: Music vs Culture

Via NahMean/OnSmash

I'll be in BK Tomorrow....Supporting Hip Hop

If you're in attendance. Feel free to holla'


THE 5th ANNUAL BROOKLYN HIP-HOP FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE JUNE 20TH 2009
12-8 PM
EMPIRE FULTON FERRY STATE PARK
DUMBO, BROOKLYN

Artists
Full lineup

Pharoahe Monch
DJ Premier
Styles P
dead prez
Smif N Wessun
Grand Puba
J Period
Torae and Marco Polo
Tiye Phoenix
Keys N Krates
Brown Bag All Stars
DJ Parler
DJ Misbehaviour
Metermaids

Special Guests: Chip Fu, Kel Spencer, Homeboy Sandman

hosted by Ralph McDaniels

Second Stage

Donny Goines
Nyle
Eagle Nebula
Brokn Englsh
Children Of The Night

hosted by Homeboy Sandman
..

The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival 2009 will take place on June 18th, 19th and 20th. Events include a retrospective photo exhibit of the first four years, a kick off party, Family Day, The Main Day, and the Official After Party.

This is a free event
Family Day and Main Day are June 20th at Empire Fulton Ferry State Park, 1 Main Street, in DUMBO Brooklyn from 12p.m. - 8 p.m.

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The official After Party will take place at Southpaw 125 Fifth Ave. in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Lineup TBA.

The Photo Exhibit will be held at Galapagos Art Space
16 Main Street, in DUMBO, Brooklyn
June 18th
Galapagos Art Space

Check www.brooklynbodega.com for more info.

Single Tickets for the Main Day are available for free or for a suggested donation of only $10 at brooklynbodega.com and Fat Beats New York, 406 Avenue of the Americas # 1, New York, NY 10011, and (212) 673-3883 and Halcyon, 57 Pearl St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, (718) 260-9299

So damn Direct...

Its 2:25pm and Power 105 is playing a new joint called "Birthday Sex". LOL, there is no shortage of sexual stimuli for these kids today huh?

Beyonce's in Ebony

I'm not a Beyonce fan musically but I like the shots of her for the new Ebony mag.
and those that really know me KNOW which image is my favorite.

NBA ALL STAR WEEKEND

Ya Hip Hop Bastard that are all in Phoenix right now better behave. You that's a lot to ask but please lets have a big entertainment without any bullshit.Please????

UPDATE: Too Late





"Niggas"

Via Allhiphop

So why u claiming it?????

You said on the One Blood remix "I'm BicCin' BacC B'in Bool on the Eastside". Yet you say you don't know much about it? Sad that a legion on youngsters love this clown.In spite of that I will be checCin' this film out personally.

In Honor of NOTORIOUS....

...I be damn if I'ma deal with the hood this weekend to C the Biggie movie but this man was TOO central to my growth and love of hip hop to be over looked. Jeezy?....You can have him....Wayne?....Please...

Its Frank White all day everyday!!!!

On my mind.....

I wish the BlacC Panthers would have survived the U.S Government bullshit. Nothing fans the fire of self pride in me like seeing a collective force, organized, unified and centralized on the growth and protection of people.

Common says "The Fist is a symbol for BlacC/We tell the real by how the real interact."

Lord I can only imagine if the Crip forces had their Panther forefathers alive to still guide them....