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Rap Music's Psychological Effects
Many parents are alarmed when they discover that their children have developed a taste for rap music, but is there really any reason for concern?
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Joell Ortiz: Album Review
Joell Ortiz releases The Brick: Bodega Chronicles as his last independent venture before working with Dr. Dre and Aftermath Music on his first major label album.
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Does Music Affect Teens?
Music is often blamed for influencing particular behaviors, but does it really do so? Why is music sometimes associated with negative behavior and actions?
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Blurred Reality: Art or Commerce?
What does it really mean for an album to "ship gold" anyway?
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Fresh Digress
The promo material of Beatmart's Fresh Digress aligns them with Napoleon Dynamite. Their geekish humor and youthful air make it a good fit, a reference point that works.
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Hip Hop Dance
A genre characterized by funk and soul rhythms overlaid with heavy drumbeats, Hip Hop can trace its origins back to the early 1970s and New York street emcees.
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Kj-52: The Yearbook
The indomitable spirit of Kj-52 heavily flavors his fifth and newest album, "The Yearbook," releasing from BEC Recordings on April 10th. It's all heart, all the way.
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Life After Death With Notorious Big Movie
Notorious BIG returns to life after death in an electrifying movie that honors old school hip hop music and music rappers rising from the mean streets to meteoric fame.
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New Rap Music Right Round and 80's Hits Music
Rapper songs and new rap music artist Flo Rida find inspiration from decades ago as fans flock to the classic beat, melodies and catchy lyrics.
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Rap Music Goes Punjabi Bhangra
Politics and art combine for musician M.I.A. who can take credit for igniting an international movement blending rap music with hip hop and the twang of bhangra.
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The Dichotomy of a Hip-Hop Music Fan
Writer Steve 'Flash' Juon discusses his complex feelings about the contradictions in hip-hop music today.
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Cleveland Museum Hall of Fame Induction
Music listeners can thank the now legendary Run-D.M.C. and their now old school hip hop music for their contribution to today's rap music and multiple rap singers.
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Don Imus - Shame on You
The uproar over the Imus/Rutgers Women's Basketball Team controversy seems to have subsided, but only temporarily.
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Exit 13 by LL Cool J
Exit 13, the newest CD from Def Jam rapper LL Cool J, shows the artist at the top of his game, deftly combining elements of old-school hip-hop and newer rhythms.
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Gorillaz D-Sides for Fans Only
Gorillaz, that cartoon fronted hip hop band featuring Blur vocalist Damon Albarn release a new collection of B-sides, with mixed results.
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John Reuben: Word of Mouth
John Reuben's talent and potency seems to grow exponentially with each project. New album "Word of Mouth" comes on strong with smokin' lyrics and sizzling perspective.
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Night Owls 3: Review
Syntax Records continues its indie hip-hop compilation series with "Night Owl 3: The Chiropractor's Goldmine," 19 fresh tracks of underground rap.
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Old School Rappers the Fat Boys
Rap stars in the mid '80s but now often overlooked, the Fat Boys were nevertheless hugely successful, touring with Fresh Fest and starring in "Krush Groove."
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A Bad Rap
A student comments on the 'gangster rap' label.
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Artist Spotlight: Beastie Boys
Three Jewish rappers from New York were recently chosen as Rolling Stone Magazine’s Artists of the Year for 1998. I’ll tell you why they deserve it and announce the Beastiest sites on the web!
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Choice Cuts: October 2002
Music you need to hear. NEED! This month's reviews feature Badly Drawn Boy, The Blasters, Thea Gilmore, Gritty Kitty, Jump Little Children, matt pond PA, NAAM Brigade, No Knife, Grant-Lee Phillips, Pulp, Slobberbone, Snapcase, and Thalia Zedek.
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Choice Cuts: September 2004
MUSIC REVIEWS! Featuring Her Space Holiday, Far, Lacuna Coil, The Legends, Mono, Prince Po, and Bola Sete.
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LL Cool J’s Platinum Workout
LL Cool J shows men and women how to burn fat and build lean muscle with his structured exercise and nutrition plan.
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New Rappers on the Way to Changing Music
Long gone are the days of the aging rapper trying to remain relevant through fitted hats and sports jerseys, as the game is welcoming a new breed of MCs.
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The Season for Giving; The Social Clause
Christmas, the time when the family gathers around a fireplace, children run around in anticipation of Santa’s midnight visit, and mom and dad smile over a well established holiday from the grind of everyday life. Ahhhh, Christmas.
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Black Music Since the 70s
As inner city dwellers create America's musical trends that started in the 40s, there has been a concerted effort to make music that depicts their reality.
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Persuasive Speaking Topics
Having trouble thinking of a good topic for your persuasive speech? Here are a few tips to help you think of a great topic.
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The Trick to Making Kids Like Poetry
This article is designed to inform parents and educators of some of the resources on the net that might help turn kids attitudes towards poetry around.
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Bill Anschell: When Cooler Heads Prevail
Jazz piano firmly rooted in the classic tradition, but with an Afro-Cuban flair to call its own.
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Chuck D files suit against Arista
The same man who once defended sampling now fights against it.

Gunners Palace: The Iraq War Like Never Before
American soldiers of the 2/3 Field Artillery, a group known as the "Gunners," tell of their experiences in Baghdad during the Iraq War.
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Hip-Hop Music: Black Art, White Charts?

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The History of Hip Hop
I got an email from a mom requesting information on the history of hip hop for her daughter who was doing a research paper for school. My first instinct was to suggest she browse my collection of hip hop history links and imagine my surprise when I realized I didn't have a collection of hip hop history links.
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Tobymac: Alive and Transported
This article reviews Tobymac's live CD/DVD set, Alive and Transported.
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30 Years After the Sea of Tranquility
Thoughts thirty years after man's first steps on the moon.
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6 Reasons to Love Alfred Hitchcock's Notorious
This movie - a post-war thriller - combines suspense, intrigue, drama, romance, and dark comedy. Enjoy this classic film on DVD.
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A Hip-Hop Classic: Nas' Illmatic
In 2008, 14 years after its initial release, Nas' debut album serves as the blueprint for any aspiring emcee hoping to create a classic.
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A Review of Ron Clark's The Excellent 11
The Excellent 11, written by Disney Teacher of the Year Ron Clark, highlights qualities teachers can use to help kids reach their potential in and out of the classroom.
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ALL ABOARD THE SOUL TRAIN!
The info on this year's Soul Train Awards. Amerie, Musiq, Maxwell, Nelly, Justin Timberlake are all nominated.
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Cool Sayings
Here are some cool sayings and quotes from pop culture, celebrities, movies, television, and the internet, as well as some funny words for "cool."
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Damian Marley Interview
January 2006 interview of Damian Marley, on success of 2005 album Welcome to Jamrock, challenges of sampling dad Bob Marley, and fusion of hip-hop, dub, and reggae music.
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Democracy in Dakar
A unique project witnessing the 2007 elections in Senegal through the eyes of the hip hop community.
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Famous Male Foster Kids
From Olympic athletes to stand-up comedians, these celebrity foster kids offer inspiration to waiting kids and adoptees throughout North America.
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Get Rich or Die Tryin' Film Review
Directed by Jim Sheridan and written by Terence Winter, it also stars Joy Bryant, Tory Kittles, Terrence Howard and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
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Ghetto Tech
An introduction to the shocking, funny Detroit electronic music genre otherwise known as booty house.
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Hip-Hop Status Quo
Sugary sweetness may release your endorphins, but challenging the status quo will feed your soul.

Hippie Culture in Camden Town
If you are visiting London and looking for alternative fashion, antiques, great music, and a fun-day out, Camden Town is the place to visit.
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Klunkerz, a Film About Mountain Bike History
Klunkerz is the story of how mountain biking was invented, shot as a film documentary from the heart and soul of narrator, writer, producer and director Billy Savage.
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