Several years ago, I was watching Ken Burns’ documentary miniseries Jazz. In the documentary, one of my favorite moments is when the legendary composer, pianist, and bandleader Duke Ellington is asked where he gets his ideas from.

I…

Easy Mo Bee. 
One of the chop KINGS in this game 👑

This man has made classics from heavyweights like Big Daddy Kane, 2Pac, Notorious B.I.G, LL Cool J, Craig Mack, Busta Rhymes, Das Efx, Nas, Marley Marl, The…

It's been 11 years now since my Dad passed and I miss him. Today I wondered how he would have reacted to his son becoming a father this year? I wondered what jokes and advice he would've shared...what words he…

"I've seen revolution since
1936
when Jessie Owens was leading the world's battle
against Hitler
You listening nigga?
naw, run it back
I've seen revolution in
the seed of Harry Edwards
1968
the revolt of the black athlete
when John…