From the monthly archives:

March 2008

The Importance of Personal Relationships

Okay, this post might crossover into rant mode, but I have to get this off my chest.
A little while ago, I noticed someone had sent me a friend request on 2 different social networking sites; Facebook and LinkedIn. I know who the person is, but I’m not very familiar with her because we’ve only briefly [...]

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Def Jam’s Secret To Success

The guys over at The Real have been making quite a bit of noise with their brand of “hip-hop sketch comedy”.
Check out the video below on Def Jam’s Secret To Success.

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Aspiring Producers Showcased on PMP Mixtape

It’s not easy maintaining a blog when you’re really out there bustin your behind to live up to the title of it.
I think I’ve already written about 5 or so half-posts on my blackberry while out there doing my bids; it’s just a matter of finding the time to post. I should be getting a [...]

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How I Discovered Kanye West

Note: I get a little side-tracked in this post, but it all comes together, I promise.
Have you ever felt connected to and genuinely proud of an artist’s success because you were a fan of theirs before they became major celebrities? You somehow believe you were a part of the movement, even if you were no [...]

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Chris Lighty Discusses What Hip Hop Is

In this video with hiphopis.us Mr. Violator himself, Chris Lighty, discusses what hip-hop is to him.
By the way, this is the second time I’ve heard someone pronounce Lupe Fiasco as “Loopy Fiasco”. The first being Jay Leno during Lupe’s performance a few weeks back. What’s up with that?
Thanks to Aura for the video.
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Black Chiney Vol 8.9 – Free Download

Finally! For all the dancehall fiends, Black Chiney finally blessed us with another mixtape after nearly 4 years.
But don’t think they’ve been sleeping. I was talking with my man Supa Dups (Black Chiney’s founding member/producer) last night and the list of production credits he’s building is incredible: Nina Sky, Kardinal Offishall, Collie Buddz, Akon, [...]

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5 Tips to Handling Your Business with Sol Guy

1. Find Your Passion
2. Do Your Homework. Know Your History. Understand Your Field.
3. Keep Your Word
4. Find Yourself A Mentor
5. Make Sure You Deliver
Sounds simple enough? Check out the video.
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