Detroit was blessed in 2014 with multiple new venues, countless hard-hitting singles, and a generous helping of digestible full-length albums. It only makes sense that the video accompaniments to the music of the last 12 months were just as memorable. An overwhelming number of Detroit-area musicians have a great knack for visual art, design…
In 2014, Detroit was host to an array of spectacular concerts and events. From the Masonic Temple and Hart Plaza to PJ’s Lager House and the Fox Theatre, local, national, and international acts graced our ears with great performances. Surely our city is a haven for those who worship live music. Whether you…
A jump to a major label hasn’t caused DeJ Loaf to rest on her laurels. The Detroit emcee best known for her surprise chart-topping single “Try Me” released the mixtape Sell Sole this fall to widespread acclaim and made an appearance on Eminem’s “Detroit Vs. Everybody.” Now, with mere days left in 2014, she’s closing out the year…
On December 30th, Detroit hip hop artist Microphone Phelps will release his first official album with all original production from djkage – Grand Design. Mic Phelps rose to prominence in the underground battle-rap world, also performing as part (1/4) of the popular Cold Men Young rap collective. His full-length, first release is a…
Detroit’s own Big Sean (and his Motor City-native tour DJ and FM98 WJLB house maestro DJ Mo Beatz) appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s last taping of the Tonight Show before a brief Christmas recess, Tuesday, with some help from hip hop giant E-40. Big Sean’s Tonight Show appearance was preceded by guests Jerry Seinfeld…
Detroit’s own Dej Loaf will take the stage with R&B royalty Erykah Badu and Milwaukee-native vocalist Tank for a one-night performance at downtown’s famed Fox Theatre, on December 27. After co-signs from the likes of Drake, Royce da 5’9″, Eminem, and countless other industry giants, Dej Loaf has skyrocketed to stardom after releasing…
Motor City-native emcee Detroit Che appeared on BET’s recent 106 & Park segment – The Backroom – where she offered listeners an unforgettable freestyle. After championing the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards Cypher during the Hot 16 contest, Detroit Che proved herself as an artist to be recognized. The Hot 16 contest (sponsored…
The Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced the nominations for the 2015 Grammy Awards yesterday, and among the contenders were three Detroit artists. Rocker Jack White scored four nominations, rapper Eminem landed three, and R&B singer Kem earned one nod. Although none of these artists earned a nomination in one of the four…
Hip hop’s newest super-duo PRhyme (consisting of legendary producer DJ Premier and Detroit rap icon Royce da 5’9″) participated in an online Q&A Thursday by utilizing Reddit’s popular Ask Me Anything (AMA) forum category. Reddit, an endless forum for any subject under the sun (including countless music categories), provides open discussion and information…
One of Detroit’s most legendary hip hop personalities and producers — J Dilla — is now an action figure. Conceptualized by Detroit artist Sintex (who has been recently warring with out-of-town mural artists), and designed/sculpted by Korean artist P2PL, the J Dilla figure is more than 7 inches tall and includes a “D”…