For Nasir “Nas” Jones, 2014 has been a very productive year in cinema. He celebrated the 20th anniversary of his groundbreaking debut album Illmatic with the Tribeca-sponsored documentary, Nas: Time Is Illmatic earlier this fall, and it looks like he has one more cinematic trick up his sleeve before year’s end. Jones is partnering with […]
One listen to Honors English’s mixtape “State Of The Art” and it’s easy to tell who have been the biggest influences on this lyricist from Trenton, New Jersey. For the next installment of our “My Favorite Album” series for Black Music Month, the rising star tells TheUrbanDaily.com why Nas’ Illmatic is one of his favorite […]
It’s hard to argue with the notion that “Illmatic,” the 1994 debut album from Queensbridge hero MC Nasir “Nas” Jones, is one of the most iconic albums in hip-hop history – maybe even of the 1990s in general. Nas’ unique lyric patterns and hard-nosed production from the likes of Pete Rock, Dj Premier, Large Professor, and […]
The hype train for the 20th anniversary of rapper Nasir “Nas” Jones’ seminal work “Illmatic” continues to chug along with the release of a trailer for the documentary “Time Is Illmatic.” Directed by One9, the documentary follows Jones from his upbringing in Queens to the fateful release of “Illmatic” in 1994 by […]
Hip-Hop’s class of 1994 was special. If you had an album drop in that year you were in really good company, so much so that it was hard not to be a fan of your competition. In addition to some stellar sophomore releases, the number of debut albums that stand as classics and masterpieces may […]
New York radio station Hot 97 held their yearly concert featuring hip-hop and R&B talents. This year wasn’t any different with top talent and legends giving the New York tri-state area great performances. Wiz Khalifa surprised fans with a cameo from Snoop Dogg. The Roots were joined on stage by legendary hip-hop groups The LOX and M.O.P. […]
This year is a big one for Nas. His debut album, “Illmatic,” turned 20 this year, and the new documentary about the album’s process, “Time is Illmatic“ premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival last night. MUST SEE: Enter To Win A Copy Of Nas’ “Illmatic XX” [SWEEPSTAKES] It’s the first film for director Eric Parker and […]
2014 marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Nas debut “Illmatic.” In celebration of the anniversary, a documentary chronicling the time, the making of the album, and its effect on the Hip-Hp culture has been made. “Time is Illmatic” was selected as the opening night film at the Tribeca Film Festival (April 16th). Check out […]
Nas is releasing a special 20th anniversary edition of his iconic album Illmatic, appropriately titled Illmatic XX. This exclusive collection will feature several rare remixes, unreleased demos and freestyles to commemorate the anniversary. Illmatic XX is available this Tuesday April 15. Just fill out the form below and you will be entered into the sweepstakes for a chance […]
To honor the 20th anniversary of the classic Nas album “Illmatic”, the Time Is Illmatic documentary will be debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City in April. Nas will also release a remastered re-release of Illmatic XX (dropping April 15, 2014). There will be a U.S. tour that coincides with the album’s release and Nas will perform the […]
While some rappers boo-hoo about paying homage some MCs actually get what that means. Elzhi, one of the most tragically underrated MCs alive, is finally releasing his long rumored mixtape, “ELmatic,” a tribute to Nas’ classic Illmatic. What makes this more than just someone spitting over another rappers beats, El enlisted the help of a […]
