CULTURE CONTENT — Hip Hop

Smif-N-Wessun Revisit "Dah Shinin" For NPR Tiny Desk Concert

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Smif-N-Wessun Revisit "Dah Shinin" For NPR Tiny Desk Concert

Smif-N-Wessun have joined the growing list of Hip Hop artists to perform on NPR’s popular Tiny Desk Concert series. The duo of Tek and Steele took it back to 1995’s Dah Shinin, performing “Bucktown” and “Stand Strong” from their classic debut. Smif-N-Wessun also premiered a new song, “One Time,” from their upcoming album with 9th Wonder. Smif-N-Wessun’s Tiny Desk Concert appearance comes amid an exciting time for the duo. The All, Tek and Steele’s collaborative effort with 9th Wonder, was completed in July. The Boot Camp Clik members just dropped its lead single, “Let It Go,” last week. The All...

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This; That; and The Third: The DJ Daric B Interview

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This; That; and The Third: The DJ Daric B Interview

In this Episode of "This; That; and The Third" DJ Ammbush sits with DJ Daric B, Owner of Social Music Digital Distribution company. The guys discuss Bay Area Hip Hop and DJ Daric B's beginnings in the industry including his early work with Vallejo Producer Khayree's Young Black Brother Records. Daric B breaks down his philosophy on the current state of music digital distribution and his thought process behind his music advice video series. Tune in for an informative and entertaining episode of "This; That; and The Third". TTT3

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This; That; and The Third: The DJ Platurn Interview

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This; That; and The Third: The DJ Platurn Interview

In this latest installment of "This; That; and The Third" DJ Ammbush sits with Producer and fellow Oakland Fader DJ Platurn. Platurn breaks down his introduction to Hip Hop as well as his beginnings in the art of DJing. The guys talk Bay Area Hip Hop and how DJ Platurn along with DJ Spair birthed the Oakland Fader crew. Platurn breaks down the origins of his latest project "Breaking the Ice", a mix of rare and never before heard Icelandic Funk and Soul joints. Catch these jewels! (Dickies: give these guys a look) TTT3

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This; That; and the Third: The Balance Interview

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This; That; and the Third: The Balance Interview

In this episode of This; That; and the Third, DJ Ammbush talks with Bay Area recording artist Balance. The guys talk Organized Konfusion, the "New Bay" movement, Hyphy and of course Bay Area Hip Hop. Balance gives us a run down on his early days on the mic as well as his newest endeavors as a Film maker. Tune in and get inspired by the fire. DNA

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Anderson .Paak - Bubblin (Official Video)

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Anderson .Paak - Bubblin (Official Video)

Anderson .Paak has released a new single called “Bubblin.'” Produced by Jahlil Beats and AntMan Wonder. .Paak said he had been hard at work on new music with Dr. Dre and claimed to have “65,000 songs in the vault…No features, fam.” Dr. Dre, president of Paak's label Aftermath, will be helping with the new record "from top to bottom," Paak said. "He's in there producing beats. He's in there producing melodies, writing, ideas on sequencing, everything." Peep it out.

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