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Chinese Hip Hop Annual Roundup

ChinaTalk • 296 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🎶 Music Hip-hop Cultural Commentary Artist Profiles
  1. Chinese hip-hop is evolving with many talented artists emerging. The scene has a mix of both mainstream stars and underground talent.
  2. Streaming platforms like NetEase Music play a crucial role in introducing listeners to a variety of Chinese rap, especially from underground artists who may not be on bigger platforms like Spotify.
  3. Lyrical content in Chinese hip-hop can cover serious topics, including social issues and personal struggles, but artists must be careful due to censorship in China.
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Kanye the Vulture

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 301 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🎶 Music Hip-hop Album review
  1. Kanye West emerged as a unique figure in hip-hop, transitioning from producer to main attraction in the music industry.
  2. Despite controversies and canceled endorsements, Kanye West's art still garners attention and proves his musical brilliance in 2024.
  3. Separating the artist from their controversial actions is a common practice in appreciating geniuses like Kanye West, despite his offensive behavior.

Back in the Day

Useful Noise • 58 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎶 Music Hip-hop Analysis Culture
  1. Losing musicians you grew up with can hit hard because it makes you reflect on your own mortality
  2. Rap music from different eras can teach different life lessons and perspectives
  3. Independent hip hop labels like Rawkus and Quannum seek to create community and support unique artists

A Leader Worth Following

Critic at Large • 19 implied HN points • 04 Aug 23
🎶 Music Hip-hop Influence
  1. Hip-hop's golden era in the late 1980s and early 1990s shifted focus to addressing issues of race, culture, and philosophy, with Rakim being seen as a significant figure in the genre's evolution.
  2. Rakim, through his album 'Follow the Leader,' showcased complex lyrical forms and addressed themes of culture, identity, history, and race with revolutionary approaches, leaving a lasting impact on hip-hop.
  3. Rakim's influence, along with his peers', played a pivotal role in elevating hip-hop from a form of entertainment to a platform for addressing social and intellectual issues, shaping it into a globally influential musical genre.

Best Music 4

GOOD INTERNET • 13 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🎶 Music New releases Indie Punk Hip-hop
  1. The post shares the best music from the past month, featuring various artists and genres.
  2. It emphasizes quality content with 'All Killers No Fillers' approach.
  3. Readers are encouraged to support the online magazine through subscription upgrades or other support options.

GOOD MUSIC 01/2024

GOOD INTERNET • 0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🎶 Music Indie Hip-hop Pop Rock
  1. The post features new tracks from various artists like POND, Faye Webster, IDLES, Fat White Family, Kim Gordon, and more.
  2. The author shares monthly curated songs from their other blog 'GOOD MUSIC,' offering a collection of fresh tunes and emerging bands.
  3. Genres covered range from indie rock, hip hop, electronica, arty synth funk, to hardcore and angsty alt-rock, providing a diverse music selection.