Today is the 8th anniversary of The Great East Japan Earthquake. Last Saturday, March 9, marked 22 years since the murder of one of the greatest rappers of all time, The Notorious B.I.G. aka Biggie Smalls. To commemorate 3/11 and Biggie, this week’s picks are a tribute to life’s persistent proof of hope. Stop Biting Zilla Rocca Part 2 (Small Professor Remix) by Zilla Rocca feat Curly Castro What songs should be included in next week’s TMG Track Picks Weekly? …
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Speakeasy is a monthly dance party that’s been going for five years. Its a mobile event held in some of Tokyo’s most unlikely venues. Places like Sasazuka Bowl, Hotel Koe Tokyo, Zou-no-hana Terrace, and RIDE have acted as elaborate backdrops that frame the party’s family-like affair. Dancer and promoter, Brooklyn Terry is the man behind these shows. “I started Speakeasy selfishly, because I was homesick. I wanted the quality and vibe that I could relate to that didn’t exist here …
Today January 14, 2014 is the born day of two legends in Hip-Hop . The self proclaimed G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), self reinventing, Queens Emcee LL Cool J (Ladies Love Cool James) turns 46. And the masterful storyteller Emcee, jewelry clad, London born, Bronx raised, MC Ricky D aka The Ruler aka Slick Rick turns 49. Both came up through the old school and golden era of Hip-Hop, contributing much to the lyrical styles and visual aspects of Hip-Hop. …
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