Okay one of the things that’s fucking up hip hop right now is the fact that it’s holding on to its own trends for far to long. Hip Hop used to be stick-and-move. The minute the mainstream caught on to what was hip, the streets were already on some new shit. The platinum, bling era lasted waaaay to long. Too many songs on the radio, at that time, were about platinum and ice. Some cats still can’t let go to this day. Read the rest of this entry »

 

There was a time when you could tell if an artist walked in the room. They didn’t have to utter or speak a word. Whether it was in the style of dress, hairstyle or just vibe, you knew right a way that he or she wasn’t like the rest. Others may have believed them to be weird but this is the way it’s supposed to be with artists. They shouldn’t blend in among the masses.

 

I often consult with artists who have nothing that identifies them. Nothing! It’s like they all come with the same “kit”. Throw on a cap, a t-shirt, gym shoes, and they’re ready for the photo shoot. With all of the millions of people on Myspace and Facebook pushing there shit, you’re gonna have to do a little more to stand out, homie. Be different! Don’t become easily forgettable. Make a statement with your image. Kanye crafted an identity. So did T-pain, Snoop, and Lil Wayne. This gives them cult-like status. Read the rest of this entry »