KABY participated in the Urban Music Panel we organized at MTSU. Kaby describes the video as “a metaphor for an extended reflection.” Offering a window into his world, he “wanted people to feel how I feel, for at least a moment.” Cigarette Holiday (video) httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShLA_vd447M Smoke and Mirror Tricks is the 4th album in KABY’s […]
Indie Hip Hop
Interview with Lyrical Storm, a Multimedia Artist
You are a busy man. Break down the different aspects of Lyrical Storm so people can clearly understand everything you do. Well as far as work in the entertainment business I produce and write music on an independent level. I also write eBooks and produce low budget music videos for myself and other independent artist […]
Franky Treau Interview Live from LAFA Music’s Holiday Variety Show
I ran into Nashville hip hop artist, Franky Treau, at the LAFA Music Holiday Variety Show held at The Rutledge. Below is a video interview plus performance footage. You will not be disappointed. Peep the acapella flow on his song Escape.
BLK CNN: Classic Era Hip Hop For The New Age
BLK CNN is what hip hop sounded like when I was coming up and the game needs this back. Bruce Wayne on the beats. Born Ruler on the mic. Together they form the powerhouse duo known as BLK CNN. In case you’ve been sleeping, we recently published an interview with these gentlemen. As far as hip hop […]
Mid Tenn Listens – Urban Music Panel at MTSU
We recently organized an Urban Music Panel to discuss the local hip hop scene with students of Dr. Felicia Miyakawa’s Hip Hop Music and Culture class at Middle Tennessee State University. This week’s podcast is the audio from the discussion and the cypher at the end. Please excuse places in the audio that are cut […]
Interview with Bruce Wayne and Born Ruler of BLK CNN
Bruce Wayne and Born Ruler join forces as BLK CNN to deliver fresh Hip Hop flavor with a golden era twist. Bruce Wayne provides the soundscape for Born Ruler’s gritty, conscious, classic East Coast delivery. I was able to grab the below interview with the group. A review of their music will be coming soon. […]
Spoken Nerd
This is a guest post by Rick Saxby. You can learn about Rick by checking out his bio and links at the end of this article. Spoken Nerd is a Nashville MC who pushes the boundaries of what is currently considered hip hop. If you’re into Rock or Hip Hop, chances are you’ll like his […]
Bodizepha The Truth Seeker Shares His Progressive Perspective With The World
My name is Bodizepha and I am a lyrical martial artist inspiring people to enjoy life, deal with obstacles and experience happiness. Through my lyrics, rhythm and melody the curious mind is at play. At age 15 I was writing rhymes, by 18 I was making beats and writing songs. I am a musician, visual artist, film […]
Cata9tales Takes It To Another Plane With A Chameleon’s Dream
Cata9tales is from another planet. Since this is the first time I have seen the label hypercore in a genre description, allow me to illuminate. Cata9tales is what would happen if Beck drank insane amounts of coffee with the Red Hot Chili Peppers and decided to put out a hip hop album with the Beastie Boys. After featuring […]
Andaone Has The Whole World Burning With Computer Love
St. Paul, Minnesota’s talented mult-instrumentalist, dancer, producer, and songwriter Andaone is burning up the dance floors with Computer Love. Andaone plays every instrument on this record. You can click play below. This music is like a shot of epinephrine straight to the heart. If you survive the rush of energy that overcomes you, you will […]