Common and Pete Rock share the video for their gratitude-giving jam “Fortunate.” Common shares scenes from his native Chicago hometown to illustrate many of the things he’s so thankful for. The Auditorium Vol. 1 is out now. Continue Reading
Common and Pete Rock have released their collaboration album, The Auditorium Vol. 1. The Chicago legend and producer king share their admiration for hip-hop and each other’s work on a journey that defies ageist critiques of rap. They open the album with the jazzy “Dreamin,’” and it is quickly apparentContinue Reading
Why hasn’t Heavy D been included in any of the Hip-Hop 50 events? Why have Hip-Hop 50th anniversary celebrations overlooked Heavy D & The Boyz? Continue Reading
Is Pete Rock right about the lack of creative sampling in a lot of contemporary hip-hop? Will more artists follow Robert Smith’s lead in challenging Ticketmaster’s prices which gave fans refunds on unexplained fees? Continue Reading