Open Mike Eagle has come to save hip-hop podcasts. As the founder of Stoney Island Audio, he has had a hand in launching some of the most engaging hip hop and lifestyle podcasts in the past few years. From Blueprint’s podcast to the ‘Dad Bod Rap Pod’, Open Mike Eagle is behind a revolutionary brand…
I love traveling. My wife and I just got back from a serene and mind-clearing vacation in Aruba. Traveling is an essential part of my mental health maintenance practice. The world is too big to stay boxed in a small bubble. Traveling to Aruba and other places allows for me to reflect on my place…
I’ve listened to pieces of the CZARFACE & MF DOOM ‘Super What?’ album and I’ve thought it was good. But I’ve realized the skipping, shuffling of tracks, and ease of streaming has taken out some of the enjoyment of listening to a full-length LP. Long are the days of driving to a record store, picking…
Loud News Net recently caught up with legendary photographer and director, Estevan Oriol. He is the director of the documentary ‘LA Originals’ now streaming on Netflix. The film displays Oriol’s vast hip hop and Los Angeles street culture visual archive spanning nearly 30 years. In the interview we discussed the genesis of the documentary, modern…
I’m souped to announce our first giveaway to celebrate the relaunch of Loud News Net. Our first giveaway is for 5 copies, to 5 different winners, the new CZARFACE album with MF DOOM! Includes the vinyl with a free comic. Follow the instructions below, and don’t forget those bonus entries!
Gat-Daaammn! 30-years ago, suburban white kids everywhere were trying to convince their Mom that an album titled ‘O.G. Original Gangster’ was suitable for a 12-year old. He rocked a tuxedo on the cover, so perhaps it was classical? No, the title wasn’t O.G., it was “O” and rated G. Whatever the excuse, the Ice-T masterpiece…
Gang Starr is one of the most prolific and legendary hip hop duos of all time. The Houston and Boston connection via New York City brought us hip hop masterpieces for over three decades. The consistent delivery and lyrics of Guru is the perfect combination with banging DJ Premier produced beats. Everyone has their favorite…
The divide between the haves and the have-nots of society has never been greater, and the economic forecast has more pain in the future for those looking to make ends meet. As vaccinations accelerate, economic disparity in the US seems to be spreading faster than COVID-19. According to a recent Bloomberg report, commodity prices have…
Cultural buffs the world over know of the strides and bounds New York has made for culture in the twentieth century. In fact, many of the world’s most enduring scenes bubbled up from New York’s diverse cauldron of artists and bohemians who congregated from all over America and all around the world. Some of the…
Members of Congress have more ways than ever to connect with the American public. Social media accounts of politicians on both sides of the aisle have gained popularity, or notoriety, and accumulated tens of millions of followers. Some might view this as greater transparency and accountability for their words and actions. But Is the congressional…
