One of my favorite new tracks comes from the too often slept-on, Atlanta rap veteran Killer Mike (Mike Bigga). I've been a fan of his ever since I first heard him on "Snappin' & Trappin'" from Outkast's Stankonia....
January 16, 2011
January 14, 2011
The Spotlight: Big K.R.I.T. - "My Interpretation"
If you have not heard Big K.R.I.T.'s music, you are currently failing at hip-hop music. From Meridian, Mississippi, this rapper/producer definitely possesses the talent, passion, and "Gumpshun" to make it big in the industry.
January 11, 2011
Stevie Wonder's "Visions" and 50 Years of Desegregation at UGA
During the month of January, the University of Georgia is celebrating 50 years of desegregation. On January 9, 1961, Charlayne Hunter - Gault and Hamilton Holmes (my fraternity brother) became the first blacks to register at UGA. Every time I learn about our race standing up for what we deserve, I can't help but feel grateful and proud.
Labels:
70s,
Black History,
R and B,
Soul,
Stevie Wonder,
UGA
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