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Music Times reporter Ryan Book works best in his home territory of the Midwest, or at least that's what he told us. Join him every day this weekend for a chronological look at what went down at the Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago. -
Tough Picks at Lollapalooza: Eminem or Arctic Monkeys? Iggy or Interpol? Music Times Makes its Lineup Picks
The hell of festivals is looking at two amazing acts lined up alongside each other on a schedule and deciding which you'd rather commit your time to. It ain't easy, but Music Times figured we'd give you some friendly advice when considering this weekend's Lollapalooza lineup. -
6 Rappers Who Successfully Followed-Up Great Debuts: Kanye West, OutKast, And More
Earlier this week, legendary Queens rapper Nas offered some words of encouragement to Kendrick Lamar, concerning Lamar's impending follow-up to his instant classic debut good kid, m.A.A.d city from 2012. As Nas knows all too well, plenty of rappers have failed to deliver a satisfying follow-up to a widely praised debut album. However, these six rappers and rap groups managed to release albums that were just as good, if not better, than their debuts. -
Nas On Kendrick Lamar's Next Album: 'There's No Way He Can Mess It Up'
If there's any rapper in the business who has unequivocally faced the challenge of following up a classic debut, it's Nas, whose 1994 debut Illmatic is often considered to be the greatest rap album ever made (and I agree). However, a similar pressure is mounting up against Compton rapper Kendrick Lamar, whose 2012 debut good kid, m.A.A.d city was hailed as the greatest rap debut since -you guessed it- Illmatic. In a recent interview with Complex, Nas offers some words of encouragement to Lamar. -
Nas Traces Family History On PBS Series 'Finding Your Roots' [WATCH]
Queens rapper Nas recently went on a quest to discover more about his family history, appearing on PBS's Finding Your Roots. The season two episode -- hosted by Harvard University scholar, author and filmmaker Henry Louis Gates Jr. --debuts September 23, the Associated Press reports. -
Amy Winehouse Anniversary Of Death: Adele, Lady Gaga, Lana Del Rey, Nas, And More Talk About The Late Singer's Legacy
Three years ago today, the world lost the legendary singer Amy Winehouse. She was found dead on July 23, 2011 in her London home from accidental alcohol poisoning -- a "death by misadventure" as the coroner ruled. In the years since her untimely passing at age 27, artists and industry leaders have examined the influence she had on music and her legacy as an artist. Below are quotes from artists who were either influenced by Winehouse or touched by her work. -
'Planet of The Apes' and Hip-Hop References: 9 Songs from 50 Cent, Nas, Earl Sweatshirt and More
Dawn of The Planet of The Apes easily dominated the box office over the weekend, not dealing with too much competition in the Top 10. The film grossed $72.6 million and got us thinking in the process: Rappers have referenced the film franchise frequently in recent years. -
6 Underrated Def Jam Records; The Roots, Nas, and One Seminal Album You Won't See Coming
Green Label, a pop culture site, has come up with another interesting list for hip-hop heads, this one celebrating the 30 year anniversary of Def Jam Records by listing the "10 Most Notable Albums" from its history. We picked some other notables they forgot...including one album seminal to the history of music that you won't see coming. -
10 Great Artists Known For Just One Album: Television, Nas, And More
Most artists have one album that's generally regarded as their best, but sometimes these albums are so incredible and obviously superior that the rest of the artist's discography becomes overshadowed. Here are ten great artists who are known for just one album. -
Nas, Dave Chappelle, Radio City: Rapper Performs ‘Illmatic’ With Orchestra At Comedian’s New York Show
Comedian Dave Chappelle has been making the rounds as of late in order to promote his current string of stand up shows in New York’s own Radio City Music Hall. The shows are now well underway and making headlines galore each and every night. Just last week, Chappelle had Kanye West make a surprise performance, which delighted both the crowd and the Internet alike. -
Nas, Schoolboy Q, Flying Lotus: Shots Fired Following Concert
It’s been reported that following a Nas, Schoolboy Q and Flying Lotus concert at the famed Red Rocks Amphitheater in the Denver area, shots were fired by a man with a rifle just outside the show. Police are still on the hunt for the shooter. The gunman shot at least three people in an SUV outside the show just after the concert had ended. -
Green Label Lists Greatest Hip-Hop Album Art of All Time: Nas, Kanye West and A Tribe Called Quest Rule
Green Label has issued its ruling of the Top 14 hip-hop album covers of all time, and we don't envy the process. Hip-hop, like alternative rock, is full of incredibly artistic pieces.
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