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Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop – Netflix Unleashes a Powerhouse of Female Talent

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Netflix is about to unleash a firestorm of female talent with their upcoming documentary, Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop. With a star-studded lineup featuring some of the most iconic and trailblazing women in the industry. This film promises to be a celebration of women’s contributions to hip-hop.

Set to premiere on August 9, the documentary dives deep into the history and evolution of women in hip-hop. Showcasing their struggles, triumphs, and unwavering determination. From the pioneers who shattered glass ceilings to the contemporary artists breaking barriers today. Altogether, Ladies First promises to be a powerful and insightful look into the world of female rappers.

What To Expect From Ladies First

The first trailer of the documentary packs a punch, leaving viewers eager for more. It’s a sneak peek that teases the raw honesty and unapologetic attitude that define these fierce women. With a backdrop of thumping beats and electrifying visuals, the trailer sets the tone for what appears to be an fascinating experience.

Another aspect that sets Ladies First apart is its stellar cast of interviewees. Netflix has created an A-list of hip-hop royalty. The likes of Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, Da Brat, and Remy Ma bring their iconic presence to the screen. Providing firsthand accounts of their struggles and victories. Their stories are bound to inspire not only aspiring artists, but anyone with a dream in their heart.

However, the star power doesn’t stop there. The documentary also delves into the roots of hip-hop with legendary figures like Sha-Rock and Roxanne Shante. Reminding us of the often overlooked but significant role women played in the genre’s foundation.

As the trailer flashes through time, it becomes evident that the legacy of these pioneers continues with the new generation. Coi Leray, Tierra Whack, Kash Doll, Saweetie, and more, are all featured. Showing viewers that all in all the future of hip-hop is in capable hands.

The documentary’s release comes hot on the heels of several other successful music-related releases from Netflix. Reaffirming their commitment to delivering top-notch content for music enthusiasts. With the recent Wham! documentary, the announcement of the Scott Pilgrim anime series, as well as Erykah Badu’s appearance in The Piano Lesson, the streaming giant is clearly striking the right chords with its audience.

As we wait eagerly for Ladies First to hit our screens, there’s no doubt that it will speak to viewers worldwide. Also, it will serve as a powerful reminder that women have always been at the forefront of hip-hop. Spitting rhymes and breaking stereotypes with every beat.

So mark your calendars for August 9, because Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop is coming in hot. And it is sure to leave a mark on the music industry. Overall, prepare to be inspired, empowered, and entertained by these incredible women who continue to change the game, one verse at a time.

Check out the trailer below:

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Chuck D’s New Docuseries Fight The Power: How Hip-Hop Changed The World

One of the pioneers of hip-hop Public Enemy’s Chuck D is giving you the origins of hip-hop in his new PBS documentary.

This genre has taken the world by storm for the past fifty years.

Chuck D is educating the people of hip-hop’s beauty.

So, take out your pen and paper because we are getting a history lesson in the genre; as well as the political and social conditions that helped this art form rise.

What Is In The Docuseries on PBS?

The docuseries shows us not only musicians, but breakdancers and emcees so inspired by their surroundings that they fed hip-hop.

Executive Producers Chuck D, Lorrie Boula and Yemi Bamiro’s documentary is called Fight The Power: How Hip Hop Changed The World. 

 

The four-part docuseries has guests and hip-hop royalty such as Fat Joe, will.i.am, Ice-T, Melle Mel, Run DMC and MC Lyte.

The documentary is giving its audience a true history lesson dating back from James Brown to future Black Panther party leader Elaine Brown on the influence of hip-hop.

Docuseries Airs On BBC

Many wonder why he chose BBC as the platform to tell hip-hop’s story… but it was because hip-hop is universal.

The pioneer told Rolling Stone, “I’ve been to 116 countries, and to me, hip-hop is more about the world than about one little place in the United States.”

You can stream “Fight The Power” on PBS’ streaming platform and YouTube with a premium subscription.

Chuck D’s Takes On Hip-Hop Globally

Going a little more in depth on Chuck D’s global views of hip-hop. The New York native explains in a PBS interview that hip hop is about knowing who is running the streets.

Furthermore, politics are not one and the same regarding the music genre.

In another interview with Associated Press, he went into hip-hop being a catalyst for the Black Lives Matter movement.

The member of Public Enemy described how the BLM movement spoke politically to the injustice of George Floyd.

That spark or feeling flowed throughout the world and caused many to want to make a change.

He feels hip-hop does the same worldwide.

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RIAA Honors Grandmaster Flash and MC Lyte

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MC Lyte (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET)

As of late, it is more commonplace to see significant institutions honor the cultural impact of hip-hop. Recent months even saw the prestigious Smithsonian Institute celebrate the genre. Likewise, more award shows bestow hip-hop artists with lifetime achievement awards.

Hip-Hop’s Ascendance 

The genre’s push into mainstream cultural dominance is now more outwardly apparent than ever. Anecdotally, finding a person who doesn’t listen to rap seems more complex and challenging. As previously reported, hip-hop’s cultural dominance goes well beyond the scope of the United States. Indeed the genre’s popularity and pop cultural domination are undeniable. There is no genre of music as popular.

RIAA’s Honorees

Even so, the previously mentioned examples are not the only ones. The RIAA, Recording Industry Association of America, announced its plans to honor unsung hip-hop legends Grandmaster Flash and MC Lyte at an upcoming event. The RIAA stated the honoring was for “celebrate[ing] pioneers who have defied obstacles…and accelerated the growth of hip-hop…”. The dinner also plans to keep Jeff Harleston of UMG and Democratic House Member Hakeem Jeffries. Both are honored for their contribution to a diverse musical landscape.  

The night’s festivities consist of other famed acts honoring their iconic peers. The award presenter includes Dr. Dre, Missy Eliott, DJ Kool, and Yo-Yo. A planned performance featuring Rapsody, Mix Master Mike, and Fresh Prince collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff. With this impressive cavalcade of entertainers from the golden age of hip-hop, the night will serve as a fitting homage to the beloved genre.

Why It’s Important

Some of the names might be unfamiliar to younger fans, however, that does not mean their contribution should be ignored. On the contrary, all the names listed above served to help the proliferation of hip-hop and helped it become the domineering music of America that it is today. This cannot be forgotten; nights like this are designed to ensure their contributions are not erased.

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Rolling Stone 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Album List Causes Backlash

Rolling Stone Backlash Stirs After The Controversial List
The covers from the Rolling Stone's list. Image source: Def Jam Records / Epic, Cactus Jack, Grand Hustle / Roc-A-Fella / Aftermath, Interscope (Top Dawg Entertainment) / Atlantic Records / Chance The Rapper.

Every so often, some entity releases a list of the best ever hip-hop albums. This time the 200-album list comes from the Rolling Stone team. Hip-hop fans flocked to see how the magazine ranked the different albums. Rolling Stone shared the list on social media, and hip-hop fans couldn’t wait to express their opinions about the rankings.

A Disappointing List by Rolling Stone

Rolling Stone dropped the list on June 7. Tupac, Dr. Dre, Missy Elliott, Eminem, Lil Wayne, Nas, and The Notorious B.I.G. all made this list. Hip-hop fans appreciated seeing these familiar favorites, but heated debates surround the rankings.

The trailblazing Tupac album “All Eyez on Me” only made it to number 29. Eminem, arguably the greatest rapper ever, doesn’t have any albums in the top 10. None of his albums even made it into the top 24! Slim Shady, who changed the game with his work, also could have received higher rankings for his contributions.

Another questionable ranking was given to “Illmatic” by Nas. Rolling Stone faced backlash for ranking the album at number 24 on the list.

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Nas, Eminem, and Tupac were ranked lower than expected, but others didn’t even make the list of the Greatest Hip-Hop Albums. KRS-One, MC Lyte, The Lox, and Ludacris didn’t have one album on the list. Fans also didn’t appreciate Rolling Stone’s disrespect to many hip-hop legends.

Outrage Against Cardi B’s Ranking

The most significant outrage emerged over a Cardi B album. “Invasion of Privacy” received a ranking of 16. No one disputed that the album should be on the list someplace, but its high order caused a stir. “Invasion of Privacy” was ranked higher than “All Eyez on Me,” “Illmatic,” “Straight Outta Compton,” “Supa Dupa Fly,” and “The Chronic.” These albums don’t just include a few names; many fans find them much better than “Invasion of Privacy.”

All and all, the list disappointed the hip-hop community. The Rolling Stones 200 Greatest Hip-Hop Albums list missed a significant margin. The list’s order — and the albums that didn’t make it at all — ignited a vocal outcry. Hopefully, the following list created by Rolling Stone won’t upset fans. Until then, Rolling Stone has to live with the backlash.

Xavier “Writer X” Griffin | Facebook @WriterX93 |Twitter @WRITER_X_713