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January 9, 2025

We should not be ashamed of not having answers to all questions yet…I’m perfectly happy staring somebody in the face saying, I don’t know yet, and we’ve got top people working on it. The moment you feel compelled to provide an answer, then you’re doing the same thing that the religious community does: providing answers to every possible question.

Neil deGrasse Tyson

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Ray Vaughn
Crashout Heritage

The 2025 Crashout Begins with the First TDE Response to The Joey Bada$$ Shots. “Crashout Heritage” by Ray Vaughn

January 9, 2025
Ray Vaughn, a rising star from Long Beach, California, is quickly making a name for himself with his sharp lyricism, versatile flows, and raw storytelling. Signed to Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) in 2021, Vaughn burst onto the scene with an undeniable energy and a hunger that resonates deeply in his music. His debut project under TDE, Peer Pressure, showcases his ability to blend introspective narratives with hard-hitting beats, addressing themes like resilience, ambition, and the struggles of his upbringing. Known for his witty punchlines and engaging wordplay, Ray Vaughn’s style is a refreshing mix of classic West Coast vibes and modern…

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Tall Black Guy x Luther Vandross
Starting Here

There’s Nothing Like A Random Tall Black Guy Flip

January 8, 2025
Hip-hop producer Tall Black Guy specializes in a predominantly mellow and sample-based sound rich with atmosphere and musicality. Counting DJ Premier and Pete Rock as inspirations, and Questlove and BBC DJ Gilles Peterson among his admirers, the native Midwesterner has been operating since the second half of the 2000s with an array of original productions, remixes, edits, and collaborations, throughout which he has been equally adept at working with rappers, singers, and sampled voices. His full-length recordings range from 8 Miles to Moenart (2013) to Airplane Mode (2021), and include the Zo! collaboration Abstractions (also 2021).

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January 8, 2025

There's a need for pop. There's a need for radio. There's also a need to understand the brilliance and the depth of jazz and soul - and what hip-hop can be at its most brilliant and what hip-hop can be at its most simplistic.

Pharoahe Monch

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Joey Bada@@
The Ruler's Back

Joey Bada$$ Returns, Aiming His Shots At The West with “The Ruler’s Back”

January 8, 2025
Joey Bada$$, born Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott on January 20, 1995, in Brooklyn, New York, is a critically acclaimed rapper, actor, and cultural influencer. Emerging as a founding member of the Pro Era collective, Joey burst onto the hip-hop scene with his 2012 mixtape 1999, a nostalgic nod to '90s boom-bap with a modern twist. His thoughtful lyricism and storytelling immediately drew comparisons to golden-era legends, solidifying his place as a leading voice in the new wave of conscious rap.  

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Bingeworthy: Salem (2014)

January 4, 2025
“Salem” is a dark and provocative supernatural drama that reimagines the infamous Salem witch trials with a sinister twist. Created by Brannon Braga and Adam Simon, the series explores a world where witches aren’t just real—they’re orchestrating the trials to tighten their grip on the town. Janet Montgomery stars as Mary Sibley, a powerful witch whose dark ambitions drive the story, while Shane West plays her tormented former lover, John Alden. With its haunting atmosphere, political intrigue, and gothic storytelling, “Salem” delves into themes of power, love, and betrayal, earning its place as a chilling rework of colonial history.

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Joey Bada$$ Returns Putting The West Coast on Notice with “The Ruler Is Back” (Official Video)

January 4, 2025
A mix of indie and street, rapper Joey Bada$$ rose to fame by releasing mixtapes and joining the hip-hop collective PRO ERA with fellow MC Capital Steez. Born Jo-Vaughn Virginie Scott in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn, Joey began performing under the name JayOhVee, but changed it to Joey Bada$$ just before he signed to the spotify:search:label%3A%22Cinematic+Music%22 label in 2012. It was the same year Joey made his solo debut with the mixtape 1999, which was followed in 2013 by the mixtape Summer Knights. Later that year he made his official debut when the Summer Knights EP landed, featuring…

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