The Notorious B.I.G.

Lil’ Kim – 9 (Album Review)

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Discovered by The Notorious B.I.G. in 1994, the American Rapper/Singer-Songwriter Lil’ Kim catapulted to commercial popularity soon after releasing her debut album, 1996’s RIAA-certified double platinum Hard Core, spawning the hit singles “No Time,” “Not Tonight (Ladies Night),” and “Crush on You.” All tracks of ... Read More

Interview – Kima of Total

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Back in the 1990s, together, R&B and Hip Hop would join forces to dominate the music charts. An exciting time, in 1993, Sean “Puffy” Combs would form Bad Boy Records, the home of legendary Rapper The Notorious B.I.G., but also, a diverse lineup of talent ... Read More

Interview – James Mtume

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If we keep an open heart and mind, evolution will lead us forward. Afterall, it is only our fear that holds us back from progress, right? Something that could be applied to any aspect of life, it is explicitly true in the art form of ... Read More