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Common Fortunate Screenshot

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.  Related posts: Common & Questlove Talk About Hennessy Artistry Series Common- “The People”Continue Reading

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Pete Rock Common and Black Thought All Kinds of Ideas Screenshot

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

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Heavy d

    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?  Related posts: Media Questions Of The Week Be Inspired: The Life Of Heavy D (Full Documentary) Pete Rock & CL Smooth-They ReminisceContinue Reading

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Pete Rock

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?  Related posts: A Walk Through Brooklyn (Trailer) Gorillaz-Stylo Featuring Mos Def & Bobby Womack Kokayi-RoxTarContinue Reading

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