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What’s That on Christina Aguilera’s Leg?
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At last. Etta James finally got the first-rate tribute she deserves. Thanks to Christina Aguilera who threw down an extraordinarily beautiful, emotionally raw rendition of “At Last” in honor of her idol. Among other things, it’s a beautiful reminder of…
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Lyrics Of Fury: Nas On ‘Triple Beam Dreams’
January 26, 2012 | 1 Comment">1 Comment
In today’s age of shout-along hooks and pop rap made for the common denominator, it’s reassuring to hear lyricism is still alive. Each month TRU picks a single verse out of the vast amount of…
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Rap Icons Shilling Brew In The ’90s: The Top 10 St. Ides Commercials
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When it comes to artists doing commercials, I’m firmly in Bill Hicks his corner. It’s nigh impossible to do it without turning into a cornball sell-out in the process and it renders every other word…
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Classics Revisited: Dr. Dre – The Chronic
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These days, the word “classic” is thrown around as loosely as a Nerf ball at a picnic. However, we at TRU consider classics to be something which stand the test of time and have a…
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Video: A$AP Rocky – Wassup
January 23, 2012 | 2 Comments">2 Comments
40s. Hoes. A tub full of dead presidents. Why, yes, it’s the video for A$AP Rocky’s “Wassup.” Directed by Rocky in conjunction with the folks at VICE. Ladies and Gentlemen of the illuminati cognoscenti, please…
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Once Upon A Time, On An Internet All Over The World…
January 20, 2012 | 1 Comment">1 Comment
It was a dark time for the empire. A massive uprising like one never seen before on the web had halted the development of their SOPA/PIPA weaponry, and just when the battle seemed to have…
Music
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Exact Date of Ice Cube’s “Good Day” Identified
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Jay-Z x Pharrell x Lana Del Rey – Allure (OTTR) [Urban Noize Remix]
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Freebie Friday: J57 – The J57 Collection
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Lyrics Of Fury: Nas On ‘Triple Beam Dreams’
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“King Kulture” compilation album raises funds for African school
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Culture
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Jay-Z & The Bitch-Word: Thoughts On The Ridiculous Recycling Of A Hoax
January 19, 2012 with 4 Comments">4 Comments
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What’s Beef?: Mike D Vs. The New York Times Crossword Section
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“You Canada Dry” Common Vs Drake Themed Shirt
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Tina Fey shares “Hoagie of Forgiveness” with ?uestlove
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Rza Releases Song In His Role As “Californication” Character
January 05, 2012 with 1 Comment">1 Comment
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Rest In Peace Etta James
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Once Upon A Time, On An Internet All Over The World…
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Say What? Kasseem ‘Swizz Beatz’ Dean Is CEO Of Megaupload(!)
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Seun Kuti Vs Nigerian Governmenent: “Their Propaganda Machine Can No Longer Kill Or Quell Whatever Movement”
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FBI Releases Their File On Ol’ Dirty Bastard’s Ol’ Dirty Business
January 10, 2012 with 1 Comment">1 Comment
Reviews
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Classics Revisited: Dr. Dre – The Chronic
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Classics Revisited: Gang Starr – Daily Operation
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REVIEW: Raekwon – Unexpected Victory
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Classics Revisited: Main Source – Breaking Atoms
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REVIEW: T.I. – F*ck Da City Up (Mixtape)
January 05, 2012 with 2 Comments">2 Comments
TRU Brain Trust
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The 11 Best Rap Albums of 2011
January 01, 2012 with 1 Comment">1 Comment
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The Top 20 Rap Songs Of 2011
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BT Review: The Roots – undun
December 12, 2011 with 1 Comment">1 Comment
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BT Review: Drake’s Take Care
November 15, 2011 with 4 Comments">4 Comments
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BT Review: Wale’s Ambition
November 03, 2011 with 2 Comments">2 Comments
Girls
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Cuban Linx – Smokey Winds
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Cuban Linx – Action
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Cuban Linx – Deliveries
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Cuban Linx – Slow Down
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Cuban Linx – Geek Down
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