“One of our greatest creations in culture. Another art form that cannot be easily imitated or taken. Hip Hop to me is a Godsend.” Get to know Trap Style artist, Young Whip in the March 2023 issue of Grindaz Magazine available soon in print and digital. 2 Share Facebook 10 Share Twitter 18 Share LinkedIn…
Are you raising a SUPERSTAR? We showcase talented kids from around the world. Honor students, young entrepreneurs, athletes, scholars, singers, multitalented, etc. Meet our first Baby Grinda in the March 2023 issue of Grindaz Magazine availability in print and digital. Get your child featured in Grindazmagazine.com, Grind City TV Roku or grindcity.biz. For more information,…
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Mark Anthony Morales was a member of the rap group Disco 3, who later became the Fat Boys. The group came together in the early 80s and released their last album in 1991. Prince Markie Dee released his first solo album called Free in 1992. In addition, he cofounded the…
As we continue celebrating 50 years of Hip-Hop, sadly, we also have to say our goodbyes to Plug 2. Born David Jude Jolicoeur, September 21, 1968, he was 1/3 member of the group De La Soul and also known as Trugoy the Dove, Dove Trugoy, Dove, Trugoy, and most recently just Dave. Cause of death…
I’m Just Trying to Go Home I’m just trying to go home. Is that too much to ask? I didn’t break any laws along this path. I’ve skated across barriers designed to hold me back. I’m just trying to go home, where the love is loud, and the smiles are warm, like the sunsets that…
This morning, comedian Rickey Smiley posted a heartfelt message to inform everyone that his son Brandon has passed away. No further information has been given at this time regarding cause of death. The Grind City Media Family sends much love to fans and the entire Smiley family. 23 Share Facebook 10 Share Twitter 18 Share…
There are a plethora of things happening to celebrate one the greatest genres ever created. Personally, I did not know that 2023 marked 50 years of Hip Hop, but I am glad I have an opportunity to be a part of the celebrations and see how others are celebrating as well. Here are some of…
Born Trevor Tahiem Smith Jr in New York City, Busta Rhymes has shown that he is no ordinary hip hop artist. An original of the group Leaders of a New School (1986 – 1995), Busta received his stage name from Chuck D of Public Enemy. The group was the opening act for Public Enemy during…
No matter if you’re playing a sport, an instrument or anything else, Practice. Once I received my turntables and plugged them in, practice. Now, in my mind, I had all intentions of practicing every day, but I started slacking. My first day back to class it showed. What my teacher has been doing since day…
As we celebrate 50 years of Hip-Hop, let’s remember the legendary DJs and the ones that continue to make us bop our heads. We must also recognize and cheer on the up and coming DJs, for they are the glue that keep Hip-Hop alive and fresh. They play the old and new school. They create…
