Gang Starr’s “Mass Appeal” was inspired by the duo’s disenchantment with the sounds of mainstream radio. The song was an attempt to mock what they perceived to be the politics of the music industry. They surpassed their intentions when “Mass Appeal” entered the Billboard 100. But the biggest achievementContinue Reading
[youtube id=”-iNpdrhzDxI”]Guru’s son Keith Casim takes center in the Gang Starr video for “Bad Name.” He gets a haircut and the transformation emphasizes how much he looks like his father. DJ Premier calls Spice Adams for his blessing of the song and Adams proves that breakdancing isn’t just for teenagers.Continue Reading
DJ Premier shares another song from the new Gang Starr album called “Bad Name.” Guru raps from the beyond about a new breed of rappers who wouldn’t exist had Tupac lived. He also blames the media for encouraging drama and praising rap sensationalists instead of true artists. One OfContinue Reading
[youtube id=”iMsdzxuldQM”]Gang Starr’s video for “Loyalty” featuring J.Cole is a trip through the group’s familiar New York City haunts and old footage of Guru. DJ Premier and Guru’s son take a tour of the city sharing diamonds with friends like DMX. They see the community, share goodwill and connect withContinue Reading