Articles for tag: Emcees

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The Top Ten Nas Songs

Undoubtedly one of the best emcees of all time, Nas has released an abundance career over the course of his fifteen year plus career. Here, in no particular order, are the top ten Nas songs. • I Gave You Power, Nas’ It Was Written(read review), 1996 One of Nas’ most creative singles in a career ...

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Ego Trip’s White Rapper Show Winner

Growing up in the Bronx, New York as teenager has given me a certain love for rap music. However, I can’t say that I support most of the hip hop that we hear on the airwaves today. Most of it is just downright rated X because of the lyrical content. Whatever happen to hip hop ...

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Ace Hood’s Ruthless: A Review

After making XXL’s Freshmen of 09 – a list of ten emcees the magazine considers the most promising rookies in rap, and a high profile co-sign from Terror Squad member turned Def Jam South President, DJ Khaled, the 21 year old Floridian Ace Hood has a lot to prove. Intent on becoming the Sunshine State’s ...

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The “Real” Meaning of HIP HOP

Everywhere I turn I hear yall – yak yak braggin bout having either this or that; I think it’s time – that we keep it real in HIP HOP only thing that gains respect are skillz; see anybody with money can buy that watch anybody with money can get a girl that hot; anybody with ...

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Top Ten West Coast Rappers of All Time

The West Coast is often overlooked as far as producing hip-hop talent. But it’s produced seminal talent such as N.W.A. and The Game. In no particular order, here are the best West Coast rappers ever. 1. Snoop Dogg – One of the most well-known rap stars in the world, Snoop Dogg’s influence on the game ...

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The Top Ten Rap Artists from the Midwest

While many hip-hop fans fixate on the generally more well-known artists from either the East or West Coast or the Dirty South, the Midwest has produced a considerable number of strong emcees. Here, in no particular order, are the best from the Midwest. Eminem One of the nicest emcees to ever rock a mic, and ...

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Bars and Pubs that Host Trivia Night in Chicago

Here is a list of some great places to check out for trivia night in Chicago: The Schoolyard Tavern (located at 3258 N. Southport Ave) Neighborhood – Lakeview When – Tuesdays @ 8 pm Trivia Night at the Schoolyard is always a lot of fun. The crowd is consistently full and everyone always seems to ...