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Since the revolution of music, artist have collaborated in order to exchange fan bases and create new sounds. Collaborations ultimately benefits both parties, most of the time one star isn't as popular in the media and the other needs to remain relevant in the media hence the collab. Recently major artist like Drake, Nicki Minaj, Kanye West etc... have been criticized by audiences addressed as vultures for hopping on popular songs and instead of helping the artist, stealing their artist identity while the artist rapidly declines in status. For example Kanye remixed Chief Keef's " Don't Like " Keef remained popular the entire year and now he's unknown, Drake hopped on Fetty Wap's " My Way " and completely took the Migos flow after " Versace ." Although they all were great songs, the business of music definitely left a bad taste with hip hop fans. We're seeing more seasonal artist versus long term hip hop develop in the industry. Ba...

After months of campaigning and debating the 2016 Presidential race has come to an end. Donald Trump is declared the winner in a landslide victory over Hilary Clinton. Americans are in shock, because Donald Trump will be the first president who has never had any government or military experience. Trump is a business man and an entertainment figure, no one is sure about what to expect from him as the leader of the country. During the campaign Trump withheld his political plan and policies that he would try to enforce in order to change the country. Throughout his acceptance speech he promoted unity between nations and political parties, although this sounds beautiful we're still in the shadows about what actions will be taken to create this unified fare government. Hilary Clinton's supporters are in aw, everyone is trying to figure out what went "wrong," with the votes that determined her defeat. It's simple, Hilary doesn't appeal to majority of the populat...

If you haven't begun watching the show Atlanta by now, you're officially lost in society. Atlanta airs every Tuesday night at 10 pm, providing their audience with timeless relate able humor that's cohesive to the story line and our time period. As usual the whit comedy wasted no time in addressing political subjects. In this particular episode Paper Boi is a special guest on a popular talk show "Montague," who questions the rapper with controversial topics  While in the midst of one of the most historic Elections and critical ages, there lies Atlanta engaging all audiences. In this particular commercial theirs a road runner trying to steal the little kids cereal. Imitating the typical concept seen in most cereal skits. However unlike the normal responses and development, Glover decides to incorporate an example of police brutality. This demonstration provides an innocent insight of the perspective of the average human, especially minorities. Being that the ch...

2 Sisters on top of the industry I finally listened to Solange's new album, Seat at the table . Yes, I know I'm late and many of you are probably saying "You sleep," but I wanted to be completely fare with my words. Like most people when you first hear Solanges' name,  Queen Beyoncé comes to mind, and soon after instant comparisons fuels the conversation. As a younger sister I can relate to persistent unintentional judgement from several angels both negative and positive. One moment someone is saying you're smarter than the other, and in the next skit they're expressing how you're existence obsolete. Yes, the challenges of not releasing your full potential, which is why I'm so proud of you for this album. Anyone with ears can hear that Seat at the Table is instrumentally crafted using strings and horns to build such a classic euphoric symphony. Solange talented vocals ranging  between Soprano and alto stands out through out the entire album. ...

After this video there is no way anyone should still be able to support Donald Trump . Every person who has a mother, sister, or daughter should be offended by Trump's vulgarity and disrespect towards women in such an obscene video. Although the recording of this video is in 2005, as a presidential nominee such words should never be heard, because this changes the image of you and the country if you're elected. People are now wondering if Trump still agrees with these statements and if not how would we know if he's being honest. As the face of the GOP Trump is a huge embarrassment and contradicts the conservative perception of the party, which is why important figures such as Condoleezza Rice publicly stated she does not support Trump and will not vote for him in this upcoming election. Since the leak of the video Trump has apologized, while also referencing Bill Clinton's rape allegations in attempts to shade light on his mistake. This is a terrible angle to pos...

Time is winding down for citizens to decide on which candidate they will vote for in the upcoming 2016 Presidential Election. Having only a month left until Election Day, people are still unsure of who would be the most appropriate figure to represent the U.S. Obviously the most qualified candidate is Hilary Clinton who's currently the secretary of the state, with over 20 years of political experience as senator and First Lady of the U.S., you would think this would be an easy victory for the Clinton's. Especially since her opponent Republican nominee Donald Trump seems to care more about creating controversy oppose to addressing the issues that our county face. Trump who hasn't received much support from either parties or conveyed a plan for of his political suggestions still remain competitive in the polls. Why? Although Hilary Clinton has received several major endorsements including from President Obama, people are uncertain to if she is fit for the position. Failin...

Atlanta rapper Shawty Lo died early Tuesday morning in a unspeakable car accident after leaving Blue Flame strip club. The rapper was most known for Atlanta group D4L and their hit single "Laffy Taffy," which helped make Atlanta a hip hop Mecca. His feud with Atlanta's most mainstream artist T.I. grew Shawty Lo's fan base, allowing his solo single "Dey Know" to take over the radio. Shawty Lo literally moved Units in the City , which is also the title of his debut album. Shawty Lo leaves behind his 10 children and a name as for being a good father and provider who always contributed to his home that we know as, Bankhead. Rest easy Shawty Lo, my middle school years would've been nothing without your songs, and you'll always be remembered.