Artist Christopher Mabry snapped these along his travels in the East. He’s a freelance photographer in Washington D.C. Flicker …
Author: Tracy Jones
Washington DC rap duo Pacman and Peso flew to North Korea and secretly filmed a music video for their single, “Escape to North Korea.” This is bat shit crazy. The last time an American got caught taking pictures in North Korea, he was sentenced to 15 years for trying to over throw the government. Last year 80 North Koreans were executed by firing squad for watching Korean movies and possessing Bibles. Just recently supreme leader Kim Jong Un had his uncle, …
In support of last year’s not-a-big-deal super anticlimactic dope album Doris, Earl Sweatshirt is hitting up the planet including special guests. Wearld Tour looks like it’s leap froggin’ between the U.S., New Zealand, Australia, and Europe. Shows are already sold out in Australia, Norway and Denmark. Peep the dates below. After the dates watch the visual for the single “Hive” featuring Casey Veggies and Vince Staples. A highlight on that cut is the second verse with a reference to 2Pac’s “Brenda’s …
The Field: Chicago is a documentary about the connection between Chicago’s rap scene and it’s cancer of street violence. As World Star Hip Hop’s film debut, it explores the killing of young black men in Chiraq’s inner cities. Last year Chicago surpassed New York City to become the nation’s murder capital among major cities with 422 murders. Interviews in the film include Rhymefest, Lil Durk, King Louie, Lil Bibby, Katie Got Bandz, Tink, Lil Herb, Lil Mouse, Young Chop, and more. Hours prior to …
Red Bull Music Academy’s ever reaching wing span into dope music has yet to show it’s limits. To start the year off right, their releasing, What Difference Does It Make? a music documentary featuring nothing but ill contemporary artists. The documentary was shot using predominantly hand held cameras. Directed by Ralf Schmerberg, the film seeks to explore music and the parallels of life. After the trailer, watch the extensive interviews of El-P and Doom below. Trailer El-P interview Doom interview …
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