Letting Let God Sort ‘Em Out strengthen your appreciation of Hip Hop

Today we’re gonna talk about the Let God Sort ‘Em Out album and how it could strengthen overall appreciation for hip hop. If you’re like most that’s deeply rooted in hip hop to a level that it directly impacts your life, you likely value respect over attention. This album successfully embodies that concept and I’ll … Read more

The Hip Hop Producer to Define an Entire Era of Music: What Did Tay Keith Do?

Tay Keith changed my perspective on what hip hop production could sound like. His beats shaped an era and influenced artists worldwide. When thinking about the last decade in hip hop, it’s almost impossible for me not to hear his signature producer tag in my head and remember how his sound sat at the heart … Read more

Building Connections That Are Interconnected

This stems from the question: How do I use my passion for music in day-to-day life? My response is through connection building. Connection Building Connection building specifically through music is the popular thing to do. Personally I feel it’s overly trendy to where most miss the point, but I’ll probably feel better about it after … Read more

Popularizing American Culture, Blending Other International Experiences and Dance Styles: The Jamaican Influences That Contributed To The Origin Of Hip Hop

Today I’ll be discussing the Jamaican Influences that contributed to the origin of hip hop known as: Popularizing American Culture, Blending other International Experiences, and Dancing Styles. Popularizing American Culture Popularizing American Culture is one of the byproducts of Jamaican cultural influence in the United States. Because Hip Hop was discovered in America in the … Read more

Hip Hop Has a Profound And Pervasive Impact On Youth That’s Felt Through The Identity it Creates, Self Expression it Promotes, and Ability to Educate

Today we’re gonna be discussing the magnitude of impact that hip hop culture has on the youth through creating identity, self expression, and informing. This will address the natural question someone may have in knowing if hip-hop culture has an impact on youth. Does Hip-Hop Culture Have An Impact On Youth? Yes, hip-hop culture has … Read more

Grandmaster Flash, Run DMC, 2Pac, etc: Who are 10 influential hip hop artists?

Hip hop has grown from street corners and block parties to arenas and charts across the world. From beats and lyrics to fashion and activism, certain artists have created cultural moments and opened new doors for everyone who followed. In this article, we’ll walk through ten of the most influential hip hop artists whose impact … Read more

Does Modern Hip-hop Have More Influence But Less Accountability Than Ever? (Discussion)

I’d like to lead a discussion on if modern hip hop has more influence but less accountability than ever. The Meter of Influence: Hip-Hop’s Expanding Reach If we analyze what the meter of influence is in comparison to hip hop’s reach and its ability to expand that, we would have to look at hip-hop’s unprecedented … Read more

Baggy Jeans, Oversized Hoodies, Graphic Tees and Cargo Pants With Chunky Sneakers, Snapbacks, and Statement Jewelry Are The Best Representation For How Hip Hop Fashion Looks Like

I’ll be explaining how hip hop changed over time. EQ Heat is in support of all kinds of music, but hip hop has a special place in our hearts. And what better way to pay homage though acknowledging how it’s changed over time? What Does Hip Hop Fashion Look Like? Add all of these clothing … Read more