Cappadonna Tells Story Of OBD Taking Mic From B.I.G. [Video]

Cappadonna from the Wu-Tang explains what was going on when Old Dirty Bastard rushed the stage at the 1998 Grammys, explaining that he just wanted to show off his fresh suit. The rapper also addresses what he said on stage, and shares several other ODB stories, including one of him stealing the mic from Biggie at a show.

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Syler – What I Am [Audio]

Talent and an exaggerated sense of entitlement have always seemed intertwined to the point that we expect musicians to possess chutzpah in rather large doses. Alas, this train of thought is something that the humble and hard working Syler lacks on his latest effort, “What I Am.” By keeping his ego to a minimum, and bringing quality music to the forefront, the NYC based upstart emcee/songwriter/producer makes it very clear that his inevitable success is “all according the plan.” Produced by J. Glaze (Young Money, Wu-Tang Clan, Emilio Rojas, Q-Tip, Outasight), “What I Am” is just one of the many quality offerings featured on Syler’s forthcoming free album, One Minute to Midnight, slated for a November 19th release date.

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J. Manifesto – Vicariously Through Memories [Album Stream]

“Vicariously Through Memories” is an nostalgic album about reminiscing about of the happier times from my youth. Through this project I go on reflecting on times I cherish with the people I love and spend time with the most, recalling lucid dreams, and reliving certain episodes with friends. In a way, sort of dreaming of a second childhood, wishing present times were similar. Sonically I wanted to have a lot of different sounds and still deliver lyrically. Showcasing different styles of rap that i can use. All while telling all these parts of my story. Vicariously Through Memories by J. ManifestO

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