‘It is music to uplift, heal, and inspire listeners dealing with racial injustices as well as other social injustices,’ says Common.
Nakkia Gold commented, “The struggle has made us strong. This is the moment to break through the chains of social injustice.”
The event will feature Rakim’s first public performance in over a year.
The project is set to arrive May 14.
The festival is set to take place Friday, September 24th through Sunday, September 26th at the Citi Field complex in Queens.
‘Karma 3 Deluxe’ culminated a run for East that saw him move from regional star to nationwide talent.
The sprawling, 22-track album earned widespread critical acclaim upon arrival.
The multi-platinum selling rapper will host the series alongside his mother Maya Anderson as part of the non-profit Sean Anderson Foundation.
Blue Note and hip-hop have become inextricably linked. The label has been sampled countless time and now signs artists that merge jazz and rap.
The accompanying visual was directed by Gerssis.
Scheduled for August 30 on London’s Clapham Common, the event will also feature Architects, Lil Yachty and more.
Though small in number, these pioneering female music producers have made their mark in the industry, from Sylvia Moy to Linda Perry.
The Billboard Music Awards will be airing on May 23 live from Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater.
After assuming the hip-hop crown, ‘Views’ saw Drake at his most navel-gazing, wondering if his kingdom came with a price.
On ‘Rising Down,’ The Roots delivered a call-to-arms, with Black Thought leading the charge and bringing some friends along for back-up.
