Many rappers talk about “dropping knowledge” and “dropping science”, but KRS realized the phrases when, in addition to his 2008 Halifax show, he spontaneously lectured for three hours at the University of King’s College.
In 2006 a news hit from a small Alaskan town called Ravenstoke went viral; the video features NTV News anchor Glen Carter playing reporter Chuck Peterson. Ravenstoke, Chuck Peterson and the story in the video are all made up, but the weirdness is very real.
Factory launches their new hip-hop event ALL CAPS this Friday, April 15th, with rappers; Moyst, G Smooth, Sir-Ill, Mak11, Lee Fitz, and DJ Spank on the 1’s and 2’s.
Here is an exclusive first listen to “SUNROOF” from the upcoming sophomore album by St. John’s emcee Dope Piece. Pre-order your CD or cassette copy of DOPEACE today and receive an advance digital download of all 18 tracks.
During their 1992 Breaking of The Wind reunion tour, British mockstars Spinal Tap stopped by Quidi Vidi Lake in St. John’s for a special Canada day performance. Check out some found footage from the original Much Music broadcast.
The Secret Selector serves up a slice from the Golden Age of Canadian hip hop with track selections by Halifax pioneers Mod’rn World Thang. Check out the overlooked legacy of MWT that ranged from opening for Public Enemy in 1989, to helping create the first Haltown hip hop compilation in 1993.
Vulva Culture are teaming up with Kurt Inder and company for what might be the quintessential Haligonian dream pop roadshow. Catch them across Eastern Canada from February 11th-19th.
Andrew Waterman of Monsterbator pays homage to the legacy of unsung New York punk legend Sonny Vincent, and lends a hand during a crisis which has left this musical icon in a dire situation.
If you’re looking for an inspiration of musical efficiency for the RPM Challenge, look no further than Hard Ticket. Only a few short months after their first gig, Hard Ticket are ready to drop their debut full length in March. To tide you over until then, we’ve got an exclusive track for your listening pleasure.