We reflect on Jay-Z’s music through a personal lens.
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Defining a Classic: 'Illmatic' at 25 (Podcast)
25 years ago, Nas crafted one of hip hop’s greatest albums, ‘Illmatic.’
Read MoreMark U - “My Heart Knows” (Prod. by Mark U & Don Heru, directed by Tari Wariebi).
In Conversation: Mark U
With “My Heart Knows,” musician Mark U articulates his quest for balance.
Read MoreMoment of Clarity: Jay-Z, Maturity and '4:44'
On his latest album, Jay-Z finds personal growth through introspection.
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Tari Wariebi (left) and Joey Bada$$.
Joey Bada$$ Talks Style, Activism, and Crystals with Vogue
Via Tari Wariebi in collaboration with Vogue.
Read MoreJG20
20 years ago this month, Sean Combs released his album, 'No Way Out' - the first album I ever owned.
I have been listening to hip hop ever since.
Read MoreHappy 40th, Kanye.
Happy 40th, Kanye West!
While Kanye is well-known as a great emcee, I've always admired and found inspiration from his work as a producer.
The following is a playlist of 25 select tracks that he produced for others.
Read More9th Wonderful
“I still got the hunger pains from my apartment / when me and 9th was broke, splitting cans of StarKist”
— Phonte, "The Animal"
Hip-hop producer 9th Wonder's name has been back in music news lately, and for good reason - he produced "DUCKWORTH" off Kendrick Lamar's latest album.
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