Rick Ross has made his love for 90s hip-hop apparent throughout his career. His latest album, Mastermind, features a tribute to the late Notorious B.I.G. called “Nobody.” While some have balked at Rozay’s Biggie-isms–to the point where they have criticized him for ripping off B.I.G.’s persona–Ross has always maintained that this is his way of paying homage to one of the greats of hip-hop history.
Drake lashed out at music publication Rolling Stone after the iconic magazine replaced its Drake cover at the last minute with a tribute cover to Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman, who died of a heroin overdose on February 2nd. Drake criticized Rolling Stone in a series of tweets that were subsequently deleted, but Questlove voiced his support for Drizzy by taking Rolling Stone to task on his own Twitter page.
Her father was an icon and world-changer who moved mountains socially and politically. But her subdued grace was a reminder that, in spite of Nelson Mandela’s lofty legacy and persona, she is simply a daughter who has just lost her father.
Baby Boomers across America are giddy this week, as numerous events and appearances are planning in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ legendary appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show. But, with all of the nostalgia and tributes, there is a factor that is being ignored as it pertains to the Beatles and their legacy.
Drake‘s dad, drummer Dennis Graham, took center stage in Drizzy’s “Worst Behavior” music video, and now Graham is being celebrated by his son in a
Many young music fans may not be aware of Pete Seeger, the legendary folk singer-songwriter who passed away this week at age 94. But Seeger’s
Roc Nation rapper J. Cole may be affiliated with superstar Jay Z, but he’s also made it known that he’s a longtime fan of his boss’ former rival, Nas. Cole re-established his admiration for the famed Queensbridge rhymer this weekend at the 2014 VIBE Impact Awards, where Cole explained how much Nas has meant to him as an artist and as a fan.
Its the end of the year, and RO decided to look back at those musicians who touched our lives and our souls with their talents, who gave their final bows in 2013.
After unsuccessfully attempting to get a Brooklyn intersection named after late hip-hop icon The Notorious B.I.G., BK resident LeRoy McCarthy has launched a new petition to rename the intersection of Rivington and Ludlow Streets in Manhattan after legendary trio The Beastie Boys.
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In tribute to the late, great musician–and to those who may not know just how often his music is revisited–here are 10 good examples of artists sampling the staggering catalog of one of fusion’s brightest stars.
Donald Byrd, one of the most fearless artists in modern jazz, died earlier this week at the age of 80. It has only now been
Funk music lost one of its most distinctive and important voices this week with the death of Leroy “Sugarfoot” Bonner.
Nucomme steps onstage with a ferocity and a commitment to her performance that immediately demands attention. A voluptuous vocalist with a larger-than-life stage presence, the
Funk-rock-pop icon Prince will be honored at a March 7 tribute show at New York City’s Carnegie Hall. The legendary musician will be celebrated by hip
The tiny victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary have been identified. We can’t forget the adorable faces of the 12 little girls and 8 little
Stars rocking camouflage.
