Who is the best rapper on the planet right now? This is a question that has raged on since the deaths of Tupac and Biggie. Rap fans have been looking for someone to crown king and as of recently there seems to be some trouble in doing so. The reason […]

Hip-hop has taken many turns in today’s world. We have heard about artists’ deaths, going to jail on numerous convictions, dating other artists, creating clothing lines and the list goes on. But rappers and hip-hop artists are constantly appearing in one of today’s most focused mediums – the big screen. […]

Hip-hop is like the American government. The wrong people are in power. Hip-hop and I have this love/hate thing going on. Sometimes it’s “Oh, hip-hop, you’re so great!” Other times it’s “Oh, hip-hop, you stupid, ignorant &*!%, son of a*%^$! Example, love: Eminem’s “Lose Yourself.” Hate: Master P’s “Tight Whips.” […]

Life too plain, even for Jane Thoughts too extraordinary for self I run, I leap, I crawl, but stay maintaining in the whirlwind of russet reality My heart flutters, and the truths of this world, rear its unsightly head. Ignorant to the true feelings of loyalty, trust, and passion…. Or […]

After a two-year hiatus, Talib Kweli is back with his first solo project. The cover of “Quality” is plain. Just a picture of Kweli looking off with a glazed expression. He’s wearing a 76ers hat and matching jacket, a white T-shirt and red, leather wristband. No glitter or bling. And […]

I hate the fact that you are vegetarianbathe in black soapand moisturize with shea butterthen pop a newport in your mouthyou should know better I hate the fact that you think I’m older than I amindulge in immense conversation with mebut when I reveal I’m 10 years your youngerI’m too […]

My untimely death comes swiftly I can feel it snatching everything from me and what my gift is. A quotient of a twisted divide My backbone of life is splitting right at the spine. The summation of an unreached destination unanswered questions for the quest I’m facin’. So many days […]

With schedules that consist of meetings, practice, work and classes, it is easy to neglect eating habits. On the way home from a meeting or on the way to class, stopping by McDonald’s or Miami Sub’s for a quick bite to eat does not sound like it would do any […]

The fifth quarter is universally recognized among historically black colleges and universities. When the battle of the gridiron is over, it’s time for the bands to show down. The upcoming 20th Century Fox movie, “Drumline,” takes a look inside this cherished moment of musical rivalry. It is a front-row look […]

ST. LOUIS _ Who is the architect of the St. Louis hip-hop sound? Most would say Nelly. Some might even go a step further and give an appropriate nod to Nelly’s group, St. Lunatics. But the real credit may belong to Jason Epperson. Jason Epperson? If you don’t know who […]