I’m starting to realize that some of my favorite songs have really boring and goofy subject matter. Take, for instance, Boys of Summer by Don Henley. Catchy ass song, no real meaning. Let’s face it, it’s making me feel guilty.
As a result, I’ve been getting amped up when I hear about music that confronts the real issues in our lives today. Check out this post, which came over the lines at Wiretap:
Lidiane Carmo woke up in a Florida hospital bed with IVs in her frail arm and did not remember how or why she got there. Shortly after, Carmo learned that she was the only survivor of a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of several other passengers, including both of her parents and only [...]
Shouts out to @ArcaneofTCS for sending over the very inspiring bootleg artwork to he and his partner, Young Focus’s new collaborative project, “Paranormal Karaoke” which is set to be released on the 1st of February. The duo has come along away from their Sex and Pencil Shavings days. While their music has definitely matured, it’s [...]
I see you strapped up ready to let your pistol loose Jump out boys In the black navi taking pictures Life’s a marathon young soldier, not a race. What you need to do is slow down your pace and just listen Ya missin the whole world Settling for chump change That shyt is Crumbs And [...]
Dallas teen Jakadrien had been missing since 2010 when her grandmother, Lorene Turner, found her on Facebook. According to Dallas News 8, Lorene then contacted the Dallas Police who located her granddaughter – in Colombia. Jakadrien had been mistakenly deported to Colombia in April of 2011, by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. How does [...]
One of the dopest, most respected elders in hip-hop, Paradise Gray is featured on “The Angle,” a documentary focusing on subjects affecting American culture. In this installment, Paradise reflects on the foundation of hip-hop, in addition to introducing the concept of Muhammad Ali being the originator of the swag that Jay Z took ownership of. [...]
