Library Rap: The Hip Hop Interviews with Tim Einenkel

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54: The Library: Treach (Part 2) Apr 20, 2013

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The Library with Tim Einenkel this week features part 1 of Tim's interview with Naughty by Nature's Treach. It's been 20 years since the landmark single "Hip-Hop Hooray" dropped. Naughty by Nature is currently on tour celebrating this anniversary. In Part 2 of the interview Treach which songs defined what Naughty by Nature is about, working with the late great Heavy D, and the writing process of songs such as: Uptown Anthem and Everything's Gonna Be Alright.

53: The Library: Treach (Part 1) Apr 13, 2013

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The Library with Tim Einenkel this week features part 1 of Tim's interview with Naughty by Nature's Treach. It's been 20 years since the landmark single "Hip-Hop Hooray" dropped. Naughty by Nature is currently on tour celebrating this anniversary. In Part 1 of the interview Treach talks about the current tour, the writing process of Hip-Hop Hooray, and what Treach would be doing if Naughty by Nature wasn't successful.

52: The Library: REKS (Full Interview) Apr 13, 2013

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Lawrence, Massachusetts artist, REKS debut album "Along Came The Chosen" was released in 2001. With 5 more albums complete and another one about to be released, "Revolution Cocktail", I had the opportunity to interview REKS about his latest album, the inspiration behind his work, messaging and his top 5 albums...

51: The Library: Reks (Part 2) Apr 06, 2013

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On The Library this week, Tim continues his interview with Massachusetts Emcee, REKS, whose new album Revolution Cocktail will be out soon. In this part of the interview Reks discusses his thoughts on when a song’s message does not reach the right people, why he thinks Pac, Biggie, Pun, and Big L represent true Hip-Hop culture and which 5 albums he wished he was apart of.

50: The Library: REKS (Part 1) Apr 06, 2013

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49: The Library: Patrice Evans Mar 10, 2013

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Patrice Evans is The Assimilated Negro, a hyperobservant, savagely pop-savvy instigator bent on pranking the crap out of our modern racial discourse. Since the debut of his popular “Ghetto Pass” column for Gawker.com, Evans has been the rare voice capable of speaking to junkies for both White Castle and Colson Whitehead with equal insight and aplomb. His first book, Negropedia, is a wide-ranging, deeply idiosyncratic tour through the tricky racial landscape of the Obama era, aimed at pop-culture consumers at the intersecting fan bases of South Park and Chappelle’s Show, Scott Pilgrim and The Boondocks. Whether deconstructing Lil Wayne’s “no homo hypocrisy,” outlining the all-important Clair Huxtable code for finding a mate, or assessing Susan Sontag’s street cred, Evans provides a stream of daring outsider anthropology.

48: The Library: Edo G (Complete Interview) Feb 09, 2013

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Legendary Boston emcee Edo. G has released his brand new solo album, Intelligence & Ignorance this past week. I spoke to the Boston emcee via phone not just about the new album but about the importance of being true to his craft, playing chess and the 5 albums he wishes he was apart of. Check out the interview here.

47: The Library: Edo. G Feb 07, 2013

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Legendary Boston emcee Edo. G has just released his brand new solo album, Intelligence & Ignorance. The 10 track album, via Envision Entertainment, features guest appearances from Freestyle (of the Arsonists) and Noel Gourdin on two of the tracks.Production on his tenth studio album is handled by the talents of Oh No, 83 Sound, Microphono, Max Mostley and Cam Bluff.Please visit https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/intelligence-ignorance/id592331971 to support the brand new album from Edo. G - true HIPHOPGOD.

Check out part of my interview with Edo. G as heard on AndYouDontStop! with Chuck D.

46: The Library: DJ MLK (T.I.'s DJ) Jan 10, 2013

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according to his bio "

DJ MLK – King of His Craft By: Keith Kennedy Many claim to be the best in their field. But, in order to be the king of your craft you must cover certain criteria. Most importantly, you must be able to expand and dominate surrounding territory, have the respect of your people while possessing the vision and drive to rule for many years. Although DJ MLK shares the initials of a legendary king while providing the sounds for a hip-hop king, he has quickly produced a track record worthy of his crown. DJ MLK was born Marlon LaTodd King and even though his name denotes royalty, his beginnings were humble. “I’m a country boy from Washington, GA. It’s a small town an hour away from Atlanta. But, growing up there taught me to go get it.” This is a lesson DJ MLK learned well by growing from having his first turntables in 5th grade to quickly becoming the chief party rocker of Washington, GA. Always looking for the next challenge, Atlanta began to beckon DJ MLK. “In Atlanta, you’ve got to keep yourself very busy,” DJ MLK resigns. To that end, DJ MLK spins at clubs throughout the city including Luckie’s, Seasons, Club Taboo2, Crucial, and Club Miami. But, DJ MLK believes “you always gotta take care of home first” so he travels back to Washington to rock Club 44 and The Block. In between the numerous club gigs, he manages to colab with Black Bill Gates and DJ Scream along with the Hood Rich family to create a mixtape circuit with units sold numbering in the tens of thousands. DJ MLK recalls, “I’ve done mixtapes with T.I., Young Dro, Young LA, B.o.B, Big Kuntry King, and the whole Grand Hustle camp. In fact, I have a series called “Respect the Hustle.” Apparently, DJ MLK and Grand Hustle have made some great music together because DJ MLK is the official road DJ for Grand Hustle moving up the ladder to eventually handle the shows for the king himself, T.I. “Thanks to this blessing, I’ve been all over the world and been on TV’s ‘106 & Park,’ ‘BET Rip The Run Way,’ and even Live from Rockefeller Plaza in NYC for New Year’s!” But, DJ MLK is not afraid to do the dirty work either as he posted positions throughout Grand Hustle from handling mixshow promotions to being a member of the street team. In addition, to this impressive resume, DJ MLK has a grasp on the future as well – digital music promotions. DJ MLK adds, “I also have a digital promo site called ugotwax.com.” This portal has become the industry standard for the posting of breaking music via mp3s as well as videos. But most importantly, the site provides feedback for artists aching for a chance. When DJ MLK is not busy taking over the game, “I like to be in my hometown smelling the fresh air lounging at a potna’s house kicking it with some DVDs posted at my personal bar. Plus, I cook cuz I like to eat! Or if I’m in the city, I’ll be low key in the cut somewhere.” It seems those days are far and in between as DJ MLK is already gearing up for his next mission. “I’m getting ready to release my album. It’s going to be a compilation album but something that will be different.”

Here's part of interview with DJ MLK

As T.I. once proclaimed, “I call myself the king, I got my reasons.” Now that you’ve experienced DJ MLK’s pedigree the reasons are clear why he will be king of his craft for many years to come.

45: The Library: M-Eighty and Nino Graye are Glass City Jan 04, 2013

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M-Eighty & Nino Graye are "Glass City" Bound by their love for the 4-1-9 aka The Renaissance City, both artist came together over the course of a year to make Toledo's greatest Hip-Hop album while unifying all of the cities greatest talents. The album "Home Grown, Internationally Known" was fully recorded, mixed and mastered in Toledo, OH and features all Toledo emcee's & producer's giving this massive national product that rugged and raw localized feel.

The album was released in November 2012, featuring 16 tracks of non-stop lyricism, concepts, and great production. Led by DJ ZIK on the boards, the album features notable guest appearances both on the mic and production wise from Mike Flamez, W.A.D.E, Philippe, Proficey, Vherbal, C-Fifth, Raine Wilder, The Whole Key, Ghiftid, Mugsy Mahonney, Bones the Lion, Salty Dog, & More!

Here's part of my interview with M-Eighty and Nino Graye as aired on AndYouDon'tStop! with Chuck D.

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