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Song of the Day - An Ode to Hip Hop
People who know me well, understand my appreciation for music. I’m not exaggerating when I say I listen to everything. Like my brother Ted, music motivates me in all aspects of life.
One of my favorite brands of music is hip hop. I especially love what was produced in the early 1990’s. Critics of this musical genre are quick to point out the tension and violence that erupted in that decade between east and west coast rappers. Fact is, outside of personal “beefs,” there were legitimate artists and groups making some amazing music. Originally in chapter three I wanted to use a song from Biggie Smalls or Tupac Shakur, but stayed away from east and west and opted for the south.
During that controversial era in hip hop, something unique was brewing in Atlanta, Georgia-Outkast. This band’s debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik brought a new and distinct sound in the spring of 1994. My good friend, Wayne Rose, introduced me to Outkast and I was instantly hooked. I loved all the songs, but was particularly fond of “Git Up, Git Out.” I loved the beat, but it was the lyrics that really drew me in. This song bleeds positivity. It’s about being in a rut, or having a habit that can be detrimental to becoming the person we are capable of being. This song is a reminder that there is light at the end of the tunnel, but it’s up to us to make the right choices in order reach that light. This song sums up Colin Brennan’s struggle.
For this jam Outkast teamed up with another group from the “Dirty South,” Goodie Mob. So sit back, close your eyes, and listen to the message.
Further along in the book, I came to the conclusion that it was imperative we pay tribute to another hip hop band. I’ll never forget being fifteen years-old and hanging out with friends, Dave Romiza, Gilbert Mendoza, Damien Anderson, and Damien’s cousin, David from New York. As we chilled in Dave Romiza’s car (I believe a maroon Hyundai) David, from New York, pulled a tape out of his pocket and handed it to the front to be played. He smiled at me and said, “You’re gonna like this.” It was A Tribe Called Quest’s The Low End Theory.
He was right. I sat back and let it wash over me. The beats, the lyrics, everything appealed to me. I had never heard anything like it before. Along with the Beastie Boys, Tribe was who ignited my love for hip hop music.
Because The Running Waves is a period piece, we give a shout out to Tribe’s follow up album, Midnight Marauders, which dropped in November of 1993. It was another musical gem that defined the group as a hip hop power house. Here is “Electric Relaxation,” off Midnight Marauders.
I would like to dedicate this post to three of my friends who are holding it down in Baltimore. Big Rod, Dorian, and J Spot. I can’t wait for Fantasy Football 2010! Thanks for supporting the Murphy brothers and The Running Waves. God Bless.
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-Seton
One of my favorite brands of music is hip hop. I especially love what was produced in the early 1990’s. Critics of this musical genre are quick to point out the tension and violence that erupted in that decade between east and west coast rappers. Fact is, outside of personal “beefs,” there were legitimate artists and groups making some amazing music. Originally in chapter three I wanted to use a song from Biggie Smalls or Tupac Shakur, but stayed away from east and west and opted for the south.
During that controversial era in hip hop, something unique was brewing in Atlanta, Georgia-Outkast. This band’s debut album Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik brought a new and distinct sound in the spring of 1994. My good friend, Wayne Rose, introduced me to Outkast and I was instantly hooked. I loved all the songs, but was particularly fond of “Git Up, Git Out.” I loved the beat, but it was the lyrics that really drew me in. This song bleeds positivity. It’s about being in a rut, or having a habit that can be detrimental to becoming the person we are capable of being. This song is a reminder that there is light at the end of the tunnel, but it’s up to us to make the right choices in order reach that light. This song sums up Colin Brennan’s struggle.
For this jam Outkast teamed up with another group from the “Dirty South,” Goodie Mob. So sit back, close your eyes, and listen to the message.
Further along in the book, I came to the conclusion that it was imperative we pay tribute to another hip hop band. I’ll never forget being fifteen years-old and hanging out with friends, Dave Romiza, Gilbert Mendoza, Damien Anderson, and Damien’s cousin, David from New York. As we chilled in Dave Romiza’s car (I believe a maroon Hyundai) David, from New York, pulled a tape out of his pocket and handed it to the front to be played. He smiled at me and said, “You’re gonna like this.” It was A Tribe Called Quest’s The Low End Theory.
He was right. I sat back and let it wash over me. The beats, the lyrics, everything appealed to me. I had never heard anything like it before. Along with the Beastie Boys, Tribe was who ignited my love for hip hop music.
Because The Running Waves is a period piece, we give a shout out to Tribe’s follow up album, Midnight Marauders, which dropped in November of 1993. It was another musical gem that defined the group as a hip hop power house. Here is “Electric Relaxation,” off Midnight Marauders.
I would like to dedicate this post to three of my friends who are holding it down in Baltimore. Big Rod, Dorian, and J Spot. I can’t wait for Fantasy Football 2010! Thanks for supporting the Murphy brothers and The Running Waves. God Bless.
Reading this on Facebook? Visit the original post to watch the videos.
-Seton
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