Cultures & Communications
Mokum is the name. Mokum Smokum. A peculiar but unequivocal name, if I do say so myself. You knew exactly who was being referred to, after all. By the way, I wasn't always named this; over time, I've been named according to my origin and my activities, or rather, what I excelled at since earlier … Doorgaan met het lezen van MOKUM SMOKUM – 1998
.nuClarity - 'new clarity', but 'louder than a bomb' - is a five-member rap band consisting of drums - TripleScoob, bass - Skank, percussion - Al.X., guitar - LooseMan, and vocals - Mad10: "Actually a music band. We love everything that's good. The starting point is rap with live musicians. HipHop is the foundation of … Doorgaan met het lezen van .NUCLARITY – REGARDLESS – 1996
Soul, the original black music genre, emerged in the late 1950s from the gospel and blues of southern North America. Initially, it referred to a genre characterized by specific (phrased) vocal techniques (Gospel) intertwined with tight musical accompaniment (Jazz, Rhythm & Blues). In response to the devout gospel lyrics, Soul lyrics generally revolve around themes … Doorgaan met het lezen van UNCUT SOUL PRINCE – 1995
WAX The LP has been lost, is lost, it's no more. Digital sound is thriving in the form of CDs, DATs, and mini-CDs. Technology reigns, but do you still enjoy your music as much as before? Ironically, thanks to DJs, the LP, especially the 12" single, is still indispensable in record stores. Their purchasing behavior … Doorgaan met het lezen van WAX – 1994
Around 1987, they were already the 'baddest crew' in the New York Hip-Hop club circuit: Kool Keith, Ced Gee, Moe Love, and T.R. Love, better known as The Ultra Magnetic MC's. No music videos, no CDs, not even LPs, but a half dozen 12-inch singles that, as later would be revealed, formed one of the … Doorgaan met het lezen van ULTRA MAGNETIC MC’s – THE FOUR HORSEMEN – 1993
The international success story of Gang Starr's MC Guru and DJ Premier actually begins after their splendid debut album 'No More Mr. Nice Guy' and with the video 'Jazz Thing' (the motion picture soundtrack for Mo' Better Blues - Spike Lee) and the subsequent album 'Step in the Arena' (a must-buy!). The duo creates a … Doorgaan met het lezen van GANG STARR – DAILY OPERATION – 1992
Poc Fu, Moc Fu, and Chip Fu are the names of the trio from Brooklyn, New York, who debuted last year under the mysterious name Fu-Schnickens with the single 'Ring the alarm.' A Ragga/HipHop song in a completely unique and humorous style that sparked curiosity about an album that has finally been released. Heavyweights like … Doorgaan met het lezen van FU‑SCHNICKENS – F.U. DON’T TAKE IT PERSONAL – 1992
Where the East Coast is known for its ever-evolving styles of HipHop, often incorporating Jazz and Soul or nothing but a drum machine (never generalize), the West Coast is primarily known for its heavy funk samples from earlier times (never generalize part 2). "Ain't a damn thang changed" by WC and the MAAD Circle belongs … Doorgaan met het lezen van WC and the MAAD circle – Ain’t a damn thang changed – 1991
Since the highly publicized split with fellow (?) rappers N.W.A, the outstanding debut solo album and subsequent EP, and a leading role in the film 'Boyz n the Hood', one of the most important rappers of the moment is back with a (literally) revolutionary hip-hop album. Cube has traded his 'jhericurls' for a shaved head, … Doorgaan met het lezen van ICE CUBE – DEATH CERTIFICATE – 1991
Whoever thought (or hoped) that Chuck D had reached the end of his 'Swa¬hili' was very mistaken. After the three highly successful albums 'Yo! Bum rush the show', 'It takes a nation of millions to hold us back', and 'Fear of a black planet', the no.1 rap group ('always on the edge of controversy') is … Doorgaan met het lezen van PUBLIC ENEMY – APOCALYPSE 91…THE ENEMY STRIKES BLACK – 1991