In a poignant 1994 interview conducted in Beverly Hills, Tupac Shakur demonstrated why he was more than just a rapper – he was a social philosopher who understood the deep-rooted problems facing American society. While […]
Once upon a time, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, the 1990s were a time of change, a time of revolution, and most importantly, a time of music. The city was a melting pot […]
Hip hop is a genre of music that originated in the African American and Latino communities of the Bronx, New York City in the late 1970s. However, it was in the 1990s that hip hop […]
Krush Groove is a 1985 American film by Warner Bros. that was written by Ralph Farquhar and directed by Michael Schultz ( who also produced the movie, along with George Jackson and Doug McHenry ). […]
Freestyle music is a genre of electronic dance music that was popularized in the 1980s and 1990s. The genre is characterized by its use of synthesizers and drum machines, as well as its fast tempo […]
In a 1993 interview, Ice Cube was asked about the Rodney King beating and the resulting riots. His response was as follows: “First of all, I think it’s important to understand that the Rodney King […]
The NELA TV editorial archive is an ever-evolving resource detailing the cultures, movements and ideas that defined contemporary stylistic discourse. From unique takes on today’s leading pop-culture topics, to off-kilter stories that might have slipped […]
I was so excited when I got the page from my friend. He had scored tickets to the 2Pac concert at the House of Blues. It had been years since he had seen Pac perform […]
If you grew up in the 90s, then you know that it was the best era for rap music. There were so many iconic rappers and hip-hop songs that came out during that time period, […]
