Category : Music

Luxury condos were supposed to replace Austin’s old graffiti park. Why aren’t they done?

The eye-popping street art and chaotic blasts of graffiti made the HOPE Outdoor Gallery — Austin’s old graffiti park — a fantastic photo spot. People took engagement photos here; family portraits; baby announcements; selfies and snapshots of friends...

Lent’s second week brings more graffiti art to the Vatican

Italian street artist Maupal’s illustrations to illuminate Pope Francis’ 2024 Lenten theme are being released weekly throughout the season of Lent. The 2024 Lenten season is bringing weekly vignettes – single panel cartoons featuring Pope...

Ice Cube’s ‘Straight Into Canada’ Tour Hits Ottawa: A Beacon of Hi…

Imagine the pulsating beats of hip-hop resonating through the chilly air of Ottawa this spring, as none other than Ice Cube, a luminary of the genre, prepares to take the stage. On May 4, the Arena at TD Place will be transformed into a sanctum of...

Graffiti: The Visual Language Of Hip Hop

Hip Hop is a 50-year-old testament to resilience, creativity, and art. As with every music genre, it comes from a backdrop of rich history and tradition. For those unaware, the most basic part of hip-hop history is the understanding of the five pilla...

Rap Snacks Celebrates 30 Years, Goes Global with UK, Canada & Spain Launches

Rap Snacks, the iconic snack brand synonymous with hip hop culture, is celebrating a monumental milestone – 30 years of revolutionizing the snacking game. To mark this occasion, Rap Snacks has embarked on a global expansion journey, bringing its ico...

Today in Hip-Hop History: DJ Quik Dropped His ‘Safe + Sound’ Album 29 Years Ago

On this day in 1995, Compton’s own DJ Quik released his third album entitled Safe + Sound. Released on Profile Records, it peaked at number 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart and was certified Gold by the RIAA by July 11. Executive produced...

Davis’ trial in Tupac Shakur killing pushed back to November

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A trial date has been pushed back from June to November for a former Los Angeles-area gang leader charged with killing hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas, and his new attorney said Tuesday he expects to be abl...

City of Fayetteville addresses expectations for painting on community art wall

The city of Fayetteville is home to a first-of-its-kind community art wall in the state of Arkansas. A viewer reached out to 40/29 News to say he is offended by a painting on the community art wall in Fayetteville, which reads “Free Pale...

Machine Gun Kelly Gets Blackout Tattoo Over Upper Half of His Body

Machine Gun Kelly has always been known for his tattoos, but this week, he revealed what might be his most jaw-dropping one yet: a blackout tattoo that covers the vast majority of his upper body including his chest, torso, and arms. The tattoo, whic...

Dance summit showcases women in hip-hop

Stepping into the spotlight Bong has taken on leadership roles in hip-hop ever since she formed her first dance company at age 16. She’s the executive director of UniverSOUL Hip Hop, a multicultural group of socially engaged dance practitioners she...

Rolling Loud x STIIIZY 2024: A New Era in Live Hip Hop Festivals

In an unprecedented move that sets a new standard for live music events, Rolling Loud, the globe’s premier hip hop festival, joins forces with STIIIZY, a leader in the cannabis lifestyle brand sector, to introduce a collaborative venture that promise...

Banksy’s ID could soon be unmasked – everything we know ahead of court case

The identity of elusive graffiti artist Banksy has been the subject of much speculation for years – and it could be confirmed in a matter of days. Many clues point towards Robin Gunningham, from Bristol, including a photo which appeared to show...

Black History Month: Hip-Hop as Cultural Expression

In the composition of American history, the rhythmic beats and poetic verses of hip-hop stand as a testament to the power of cultural expression. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to b...

Drake Does Carlton Banks Impression With Mid-Show Dance Moves

Drake has displayed some Fresh Prince of Bel-Air influence, hitting the famous Carlton Banks dance during a recent concert. At a show in Pittsburgh on Friday (February 16), the 6 God showcased some vintage moves, tapping into his inner Carlton with a...

Hip-Hop Hits Half a Century: Lansing Eastern High School Celebrate…

In the heart of East Baton Rouge Parish, a groundbreaking event unfolds as Lansing Eastern High School students, led by their visionary English teacher, Robyne Muray, embark on a journey through time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop cul...