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11/9/2009 11:58 PM UTC
come support underground hip hop...check us out.the hottest freestyle battles and music!!
Deva
11/3/2009 7:09 PM UTC
Stopping by to show some love. It has been awhile since I have been on my show page as I am currently finishing my Spoken Word Album "Whispers of Love a Sensual Journey" and book. Have a great Fall Season! Stay Blessed Deva
thesdotfiles
10/8/2009 3:20 PM UTC
Continue to help the hoes recognize that they too can graduate and become housewives. Don't hate the hoes, help them. Hoes need and want love too. Thanks for being a place where hoes can get their mind right. S-Dot
Total-Deliverance
9/24/2009 6:15 PM UTC
Help us to help those with Bi-Polar, Depression and other Mental Illnesses. Hey we got a Brand New Website and blog. We need you to tell us how we can make it better. www.rcmintv.us AND we have a NEW Support blog for people with bi-polar disorder, depression, and/or ANY other mental illnesses or those that have loved ones with a mental illness. It is at: http://rcmintv.livejournal.com/ We are doing TV Broadcasts now more than Radio, that's why we are no longer doing shows here. See you there my friend.
Writer's Life Chats
9/19/2009 1:48 PM UTC
Keep up the great work!
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8/18/2009 12:34 AM UTC
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SupremeEntertainment
7/28/2009 8:11 PM UTC
thanks alot Bump One & Claudia, we appreciate the love and support! Much love and success with your shows as well. I'll be by to check both you guys out again real soon :) Peace, Wisdom
Claudia Mosley (BTP)
7/25/2009 3:09 AM UTC
Great Show
STRICTLY BUMP ONE
7/4/2009 6:24 PM UTC
MUCH SUCCESS ,LOVE THE SHOWS
7/1/2009 7:59 PM UTC
Much love to all the supporters of Supreme Entertainment! Without you, where would we be? GOd bless!!!
ColoredPeople.net
5/29/2009 1:47 PM UTC
Just stopping by to show you and your listeners some love! Blessings!
RealTalk~RealWoman
5/1/2009 6:01 PM UTC
Much Love to you Wisdom & Miss T!!! *hugs* jaxx :)
Lady Blue
4/30/2009 12:40 AM UTC
Stopped by to show some love...
MoBleu
4/9/2009 2:35 PM UTC
Thank u 4 the friend request. Please stay in touch. Cd single You Don't Need Me droppin soon. Be easyyy
4/4/2009 11:01 PM UTC
Wisdom really enjoyed the show!!!!! Much love
#1MB
4/2/2009 5:12 PM UTC
LOVE THE SHOW
3/11/2009 10:36 PM UTC
THANKS FOR ALL THE LOVE YOU SHOW US HERE AT SUPREME ENTERTAINMENT :) GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Ladybren
3/7/2009 6:31 PM UTC
thanks 4 the friends add
pricefitwell
3/6/2009 1:22 AM UTC
Thanks for the request! www.fitwellconnect.com
LovelyBrnFemale
2/21/2009 9:04 PM UTC
I have added you to my reminders..... I'm feeling the vibes...
Delicious Talk
2/5/2009 3:04 AM UTC
loved the show...stay blessed...Smooches!!!
Chaklet Coffee Books
1/31/2009 7:32 PM UTC
Hey, WISDOM... always great to hear you! Peace, love, Mimi
VIRGO SMITH*
1/12/2009 2:28 AM UTC
SINCERE PEACE & RESPECT TO YOU.... (WISDOM SUPREME & STAFF) NAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL. VIRGO SMITH* (HOPING TIME & SPACE WILL PROVIDE ME WITH THE TIME AND SPACE TO JOIN YOU ALL THIS YEAR & BEYOND.)
Hip Talk Radio
1/1/2009 10:50 PM UTC
Happy New Year!
Grapevine
12/26/2008 5:38 PM UTC
thanks for the add. I truly appreciate it. Let's keep in touch for future opportunities. Thanks. J
KERRYEWAGNERLIVE
12/23/2008 7:43 PM UTC
Tune in when we welcome the DEAN on "RUN -TEL-THAT" When he blast black women and their begging for a good man. DEAN says, "BLACK WOMEN AINT GOT SHIT ON WHITE WOMEN" YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS NO HOLDS BARRED UNCENSORED DISCUSSION...ANYTHING GOES...A-N-Y-T-H-I-N-G!!!
The SpeakEasy Cafe
12/21/2008 1:28 AM UTC
Sending you some love Poet!!!! xoxo Nyla
12/20/2008 11:39 PM UTC
ONLINE STALKER NOMINATIONS Dec 22th. You nominate them and you remain anonymous. Kerry will put them on blast even if it is suge knight Dec 29th...SHOL HOPE U AINT NOMINATED. Also you can win a free accomadtions at WAGFEST ATLANTA or SEATTLE - sign guestbook here www.wagfestlitertainment.com Also hear us every Monday nite @ 8:30 pm central time on "RUN -TEL-DAT" A show dedicated to tellin it exactly like it is and blasting haters www.blogtalkradio.com/kerryewagnerlive BE THERE or BE NOWHERE
Great & Powerful Oz
12/18/2008 1:21 AM UTC
This is Oz of Snap Out! Please feel free to join us at: www.blogtalkradio.com/ghentertainment every Tuesday and Thursday at 10pm EST for Uncensored Talk, Unheard Music, and Uninhibited Fun!!!
Sistah Peaches
11/26/2008 5:43 PM UTC
HAVE A WONDERFULLY BLESSED THANKSGIVING!!!
don durant
11/22/2008 7:44 PM UTC
I truly enjoyed the program. The subject was a real concern, and the answers were well balanced. A conversation that will go on, and will reach someone to change them.
11/20/2008 2:03 AM UTC
The subject is hot.. It will do what a challenging subject should do. It will incite teh audience to support or to be upset. That is our duty! Thanks Don The Original Writer
Dangerous Lee™
11/13/2008 3:47 AM UTC
Things are busy, but cool. Thanks for stoppin' by and I hope U R Dangerous :)
Miss T
11/8/2008 1:23 PM UTC
Thanks for all the love you guys show Supreme Entertainment!! :) Please make sure you rate the shows.. much appreciated!!
11/6/2008 2:02 AM UTC
Good show, lots of good info shared. I belieev that we as a group can take this election and make change, but not be fooled into thinking change happens because Barack is in the house. He doesn't owe that, we owe it to ourselves and our family to now compete evenly.
11/3/2008 10:10 PM UTC
OK... apparently I have some catching up to do! I dont know how I keep missin the show... its all good... I listen to archives and rate... MUCH LOVE!
Dr. Blogstein
11/1/2008 8:27 PM UTC
Wis--That was fun today! Feel Me Flow baby!!
Annie Rose Bio-Med
10/29/2008 2:09 PM UTC
thanks for your comment on the DIABETIC FOOTCARE show! BLESSINGS to You ^j^ ^j^ ^j^ Annie Rose
CURVY QUEEN
10/28/2008 8:24 AM UTC
HEY YALL! I AM LISTENING TO "COMPUTER LOVE pt 7" AND IM FALLIN OFF MY CHAIR OVER HERE @ "FRAGGLE ROCK" & "COSBY SWEATERS". I CANT WAIT 2 SIT IN ON A LIVE SHOW. ~BE BLESSED
ERYK MOORE
10/27/2008 2:16 PM UTC
FAM AS ALWAYS...ANOTHER HOT SHOW! KEEP DOING YOUR THING SOULJAH!
DARK YODA!!!KANG!!!!
10/23/2008 9:06 PM UTC
Supreme i really enjoyed the show had lots of fun you are a blessing to us all mad love and support for you from king lions roar!!!
Lady Serenity
10/23/2008 4:02 PM UTC
I enjoyed your guests and educational topic last night. Keep it going lady! From the heart & soul L.S.
YourTimeNowUniv.
10/2/2008 9:16 PM UTC
Heyy, stoppin by to say to you again-Thanks for your friendship:-) It's YOUR Time NOW! This Sat @ 10am est-Pt.6 of "Private-Pain w/my Guest Ms Spirit from ATL...awesome4YOU! I'll be talking also about how I'm promoting YOU on MY SHOW as well also with the V.I.P. Promo I have! (details in current show) Don't miss! Go see details of next show!
Minister Sage
10/2/2008 2:01 AM UTC
Your show was blazed tonight. I am so glad i tuned in. My computer actin funny so you probably didn't see me in the chat room, just know that your boy Sage the Preachin Geechee stopped thru. Love you and GOD Bless!!
10/2/2008 12:57 AM UTC
Once again, Wisdom Supreme... ITS UR BIRTHDAY, GO WISDOM!!!! GET YOUR DANCE ON... GOD IS AWESOME!
10/2/2008 12:54 AM UTC
Miss T, I am enjoying the show tonight with Isaiah Thomas. Please come through at 5p.m. for my Radio Bash, Thursday, October 2nd. CALL IN AND GIVE A SISTAH SOME LOVE!!! Continued success, Gurl!!
9/30/2008 11:21 PM UTC
Thanks for all the love that you all give to us.. We do this for you !! Please tell your friends about us!
9/29/2008 8:04 PM UTC
Thank you so much again for stopping by my show! So nice of you! What Time Is It?! hahah....you already know...It's YOUR Time NOWWW!
JGM Radio™
9/28/2008 5:52 PM UTC
Thanks for stopping in on yesterday and listening in to the broadcast...I appreciate your support and promise to never take it for granted....Blessed!!!
9/22/2008 7:17 PM UTC
Hey how are ya! Stopping by to tell you how nice it was for you to take time to stop by my show! I trust I said something that made you think and/or encouraged you to change. If so please join the many others and leave your wonderful fingerprint by rating the show! Thanks again-hope to see you next show and remember...It's YOUR Time NOWWW!!
PPC1
9/19/2008 9:42 PM UTC
Sarah Palin And Her Outrageous Rape Kit Policy By Bonnie Erbe Sep 18, 2008 E-Mail Story Print Story Sphere Share Text Size: A A A (US News) Mountains of controversy are swirling around Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin's strange policy of forcing rape victims to pay for their own rape kits while she was mayor of the now-infamous town of Wasilla. The most interesting take I've found is posted by Alaska blogger Shannyn Moore who relates the following: I sat with a rape victim during the "harvesting of evidence". Mascara smeared eyes stared blankly out from a cave of shame. "We've got swimmers," announced the forensic tech in the lab next door. My friend didn't look surprised. In her 60's, she was still asked if she felt the need for emergency contraception. Surviving the process would have only been compounded and made worse with an itemized bill; victimized twice courtesy of Sarah Palin and the city of Wasilla. Much can be learned about the Palin Administration's family values from reviewing their spending priorities. Former Chief of Police Irl Stambaugh included forensic rape kits (up to $1,200 per kit) in his budget requests. He was fired by Palin in 1997. In her termination letter, Palin wrote, "...I do not feel I have your full support in my efforts to govern the city of Wasilla. Therefore I intend to terminate your employment... " Staumbaugh headed the police department since it was created in 1993. Before that, he served 22 years with the Anchorage Police Department rising to the rank of captain. Sarah Palin hired Charlie Fannon as the new Wasilla Chief of Police and said it was one of her best decisions as mayor. Fannon eliminated the forensic rape kits from the budget. Though the number of rapes weren't reported, Fannon claimed it would save Wasilla taxpayers $5,000 to $14,000 a year. Palin supporters ought to be taking a much closer look at her record on these types of issues (charging rape victims for evidentiary examinations so their attackers can be brought to trial) than whether she can juggle five children and the vice presidency. This, more than anything, should push women, pro-life and pro-choice, away from the McCain-Palin ticket. It's one thing to oppose abortion on moral grounds. It's quite another to charge crime victims for their own forensic examinations. Such a policy is nothing short of outrageous.
9/19/2008 6:53 PM UTC
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedual to grace my page with your awesome presence! I really appreciate YOU! Next show promises to be sugar & spice jus for you so go see:-) Remember...What Time Is It?! It's YOUR Time NOWWWW! Thanks so much again...:-)
sexxybrownsugar
9/18/2008 4:24 PM UTC
Hi, Supreme. Hope you are having wonderful day. Enjoyed the show last night so much.
9/18/2008 2:50 AM UTC
Trying to leave you some stars pimpin...show wont come up. I'll try back later. Good work man...u too Miss T
bebop54
9/18/2008 1:48 AM UTC
'supreme' , thanks for a fabulous show ! ....
LaTosha
9/12/2008 4:19 PM UTC
Good show,you really held it down like a strong woman.I can appreciate that,I will catch you live.
Dr. Phil Layshio
9/12/2008 5:01 AM UTC
Thanks for coming by tonight wisdom..once love!
9/4/2008 2:05 AM UTC
Great show and even better chatroom! I'll be back to rate
8/31/2008 5:35 PM UTC
1st Annual Supreme Entertainment Talent/Networking Showcase today @ the Harlem Tea Room @ 4pm EST. It's at 1793 A Madison Ave & W118th Street! The show will be from 4pm-6pm with an open mic afterward if time allows. Don't miss out on the most diverse group of talent perform comedy, poetry, sing and rap all for free! Hope to see you there everyone!
8/22/2008 8:20 PM UTC
Supreme Entertainment!! Fire Baby!!!
Wisdom Supreme
8/21/2008 5:34 AM UTC
Thanks again everyone for coming through to the show tonight (Wed. Aug. 20th), much appreciated!
8/11/2008 9:53 PM UTC
LET'S FACE IT,NOBODY CAN DO IT LIKE THE SUPREME ENT STAFF/CREW. (WISDOM SUPREME,I TRY 2 CAYCH UP WHEN POSSIBLE.) INFINITE LOVE & FOEVER RESPECT FROM: VIRGO SMITH* P.S- U WILL KNOW WHAT 2 DO...LOL!
8/11/2008 9:49 PM UTC
LET'S FACE IT,NOBODY CAN DO IT LIKE SUMPREME ENT STAFF/CREW. (WISDOM,I TRY 2 CATCH UP WHEN POSSIBLE...FAMILY.) INFINITE LOVE & FOREVER RESPECT FROM: VIRGO SMITH*
BrotherX
8/11/2008 12:16 AM UTC
Everyday it is proven that Blacks can't think for themselves, but can think when it comes to using others ideas, and then we can take the thing and run with it. We need to learn to think on our own. BrotherX
8/9/2008 6:01 PM UTC
I'm here.. I made it! woo ho!!! =) Listening now!
8/8/2008 1:32 AM UTC
Supreme! Great job addin' Miss T to your hit team jaxx :)
Mike and Dis-One
8/3/2008 11:06 PM UTC
Thanks for making us a favorite. Please leave us a comment about the show. Your feedback is important to us. Mike
Our Perspective
7/23/2008 3:24 AM UTC
Peace and Blessings beloved. We never got a chance to come through and bless your page. Keep in touch. Sincerely, Bro. Hank & T'Boogz! WWW.OURPERSPECTIVERADIO.COM
7/12/2008 7:37 PM UTC
NEVER THE LESS,ALWAYS THE BEST!
7/5/2008 11:02 PM UTC
I'm going to miss you from being up here.. but I still have you! Much love to you sugar!
6/25/2008 12:44 AM UTC
Grrr.. I missed the show AGAIN!!! Please feel free to remind me.. with a 2x4 if you have to hun!! =) Peace Poet! I miss your spit! Nyla
FOS-Radio!
6/8/2008 12:20 AM UTC
Great Show! Thank you for taking my call! I was the caller from NC! Interesting Conversation!
Kiri Love
6/4/2008 7:10 PM UTC
Enjoyed the show!
The Gypsy Deva Show
5/26/2008 3:30 AM UTC
HOPE YOU CAN JOIN ME WISDOM *** The GYPSY DEVA SHOW 7pm PST 9pm Central 10pm EST *** As we share a Journey to “The Other Side” This show is the Anniversary of my Near Death Experience A Celebration of Life Death and Hope! Have you had this mysterious journey? Give us a call and share your experience. *** CALL IN 1-646-915-9819 *** “IT’S MAY AND THE LILACS ARE BLOOMING”
5/25/2008 5:01 AM UTC
ALWAYS A GREAT-TIME SPENT LISTINING TO THE SHOWS.
5/22/2008 5:33 PM UTC
<---- wisdom fan! Good lookin on the support!
DLuvhall
5/10/2008 8:36 PM UTC
Yo Wiz, great show today!
WindStormy
5/10/2008 8:22 PM UTC
Excellent show, Wisdom...
KeiaNC2Cali
5/10/2008 8:14 PM UTC
GREAT SHOW WISDOM!! Keia
Vicki aka ThezeEyez
4/28/2008 12:43 AM UTC
Phenomenal Show Wisdom! I enjoyed the chat room as well as the insight shared by the callers. We discussed organizing. A Queen even mentioned setting up a Myspace site solely for galvanizing/Unifying. My address is http://www.myspace.com/lyrical_literati and my email off the loop is lyrical_literati@Yahoo.com. I believe in us, lets do this family! Vicki
Poo
4/28/2008 12:34 AM UTC
Great Show as usual!
DownSouthGaGirl
4/27/2008 2:41 PM UTC
You have a great vibe going on over here. Keep up the great work. -DS
4/14/2008 12:35 AM UTC
KNOWING IS A TOOL FOR GROWING! (THIS SHOW IS ANOTHER TOOL FOR GROWING) (PEACE) TO THE WISDOM SUPREME ENT-CREW!
KingMac
4/12/2008 5:06 PM UTC
We here at Mac Radio LOVE your SHOW! Please listen to our show and tell us what you think Thanks!
4/5/2008 7:09 PM UTC
Wisdom, are you still doing your Saturday shows?
4/4/2008 6:46 AM UTC
wisdomm thanks for coming by and calling in you rock it man..
jerseytuff
4/4/2008 3:59 AM UTC
keep blazin that hip hop
T.T. Hanco Records
4/3/2008 1:15 PM UTC
Dear Wiz, Re:Date / Time: 3/29/2008 2:00 PM Has Hip-Hop lost it's political swagger? Answer: I think hip hop has lost its political swagger. When hip hop first hit the scene, it spoke about the conscience of the people, now it speaks of the conscience of one's self or of talks about others. My artist is a new breed. They wish to bring back that swagger that we once knew. Artist like, Public Enemy, Kool Mo Dee, and Kurtis Blow. My show this week talks about a new breed of hip hop, new because the young artist of today will perceive it to be new. Listen to the sounds of Soncier, Noya, The Head of State crew, as they lay it down here today on T-Hanc Radio.
4/2/2008 1:43 AM UTC
yo big props! I had to 5 star this shit for real. Love how your repin hip hop, respect.
3/28/2008 12:44 PM UTC
whats good wisdome, Our shows are every Wednesday @ 8pm cst, and we do a Saturday night jam @ 7pm cst, the Saturday show is just 1 hour and the Wednesday show is 2 hours. Peace and thanks again!
TCP Live! Talk Radio
3/27/2008 7:54 PM UTC
You are da' man, Wis! Thank you for the great interview on Sunday.
Therone Shellman
3/11/2008 3:31 AM UTC
The Secrets To Self Publishing (A Booklet To Guide You)by Therone Shellman releasing May 14th. You can pre-order at amazon.com right now. If you are a self-published author,independent press or an aspiring author you will not want to miss out on an all the informative info. Therone Shellman
3/9/2008 10:07 PM UTC
http://www.opencongress.org/
3/8/2008 9:20 PM UTC
Brother Wisdom, I was fortunate enough to appear on your show briefly but can't rememeber the archive date. I want you to know I would love to talk with about featuring a talent on your show, but I didn't clearly get your email. Please contact me @ lyrical_literati@yahoo.com or http://www.myspace.com/lyrical_literati Thanks Much Vicki J Austin Author Freelance Writer,Published Bloger & Poet
3/5/2008 12:48 AM UTC
Wassup Wisdom! Jus' stoppin' by to show you Love :) jaxx :)
Gwynita Leggington
3/1/2008 6:48 AM UTC
Hey Wisdom! Thanks for dropping by my page. I'm definetely going to tune-in to your show. Have a good weekend!
2/29/2008 9:40 PM UTC
KEEP STANDING UP PEOPLE FOR OUR KIDS TOMORROW PEOPLE !!!!!!!!!!!!!
2/28/2008 6:05 AM UTC
God Cipher Divines hollar at the 7OD. Check out my show, books and company. My myspace is www.myspace.com/theroneshellman Peace!
2/26/2008 4:22 PM UTC
I will watch for you this week!!! =)
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A chance to discuss, view and analyze topics ranging from social issues, current events to entertainment, Hip-Hop music art & culture! We also have a monthly poetry showcase Speak ya Piece that features Poets & MC's worldwide and we do Artist Spotlight Segments for new up & coming and underground artist & talent! Hosted by Wisdom Supreme and Miss T! We have a lot of good shows coming your way so be sure to check us out daily for real talk and edutainment. You don't want to miss what we are going to be bringing you! If you have any suggestions or topics for shows you'd like us to showcase, please message us, or leave us a memo on our myspace pages and we'll get back with you! Peace!
Date / Time: 11/12/2009 1:00 AM UTC
Category: Life
Call-in Number: (646) 716-8850
Why all the hatred black women? Black men?? Why is there no unity? It appears that some women have gotten their independence and ran with it. Where does the negative side of this come from? Men, if you hate us so much LEAVE US ALONE. We'll somehow make it.. God has a plan for all of us... On tonight's show, we will be discussing the deterioration of the black woman and black man's relationship and how it is affecting our society. There are individuals out here that are seeking to destroy the black men. They are trying to tear them down and kill them off. These women are also seeking to destroy other black women? Time to take the gloves off...*although I did a LONG time ago!* What are we going to do about that? Time to put the Black Man back on top where he belongs and to have seated next to him his Queen!
Upcoming Episodes
11/14/2009 12:00 AM UTC - Supreme's 90's Hip-Hop Classics pt.8
11/19/2009 1:00 AM UTC - Fraternities, Sororities, Masons, & Eastern Stars? Big Deal or Not? hosted by Miss T
11/21/2009 10:00 PM UTC - T.B.A.
Date / Time: 11/7/2009 10:00 PM UTC
Category: Poetry
Speak ya Piece Poetry Showcase pt.27 Poets, MC's and lovers of the arts, come one come all to the showcase that allows all of us to share, spit, network and converse with one another on a global platform for the world to hear! Make sure to keep updated about this segment for possible special invited guests who may pop in. We've had artists from Monte Smith, Taalam Acey, Max Parthas, Shanelle Gabriel, D-Black, Rock WILK, Mahogany Browne, Georgia Me, Eryk Moore & others bless the mic for our speak ya piece and artist spotlight segments! So you never know who you may hear from. Be sure to spread the word, bring a friend and a poem or two!
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SUPREME ENTERTAINMENT BLOG TALK RADIO SHOW!
I’m your host Wisdom Supreme and today’s show is going to focus on Hip-Hop music, art & culture! Where it’s been, where it’s at most importantly what direction it’s going in! Hip-Hop may mean different things to a lot of different people! To some it’s just a cool form of music. To others it’s a fly way to express one’s self through your style and fashion sense, your slang and the way you speak and communicate with friends & fam. & way to show how you feel and let others know who you are through rhyme and song! And to others still it’s a culture and movement that’s a voice for the voiceless, courage for those in fear and wisdom for those seeking knowledge of themselves, the people around us, and the truth about things going on in the world! Or maybe it’s a little bit of all of the above!
But the one thing we can should all agree on is that it is not, is the selfish, self centered egotistical, materialistic, misogynistic, pop chart saturated, ignorant minded, material wealth blinded art form, that has become a shadow of it’s former self! Chubb Rock once said in his record “What’s Beef” feat. Das Efx and PMD, “how’d Black Power go sour, where’s Brotha J.”! Speaking of Brotha J. from the highly respected crew X-Clan from the early 90’s, I couldn’t agree more Chubb! While we’re at it, where’s Chuck D. (from the legendary Public Enemy), where’s Rakim, where’s Jeru the Damaja, where’s Gangstarr, where’s a Tribe Called Quest, where’s the Jungle Brothers, where’s OC, where’s Show Biz and AG, where’s Bahamedia, and where has true school Hip-Hop gone?
Now I’m not here to bash on every new artist out today, that’s not my point or intention with today’s show! But what I do have a problem with is any artist or fan of today, who don’t have a healthy respect, knowledge and understanding of the forefather’s who paved the way for artist of today to even get in the game let alone eat well of it and prosper! I recently had a heated debate (ok it was more like a flat out argument with some guy/girl on YouTube who left some crazy sounding disrespectful comments on a video clip I had showing footage of Rakim performing Follow the Leader at BB Kings Bar & Grill in NYC! I’ll read a brief quote from the first comment this person stated for you to get your take on it: “fuk this fiool rakim, he aint shit , faggot ass east coast bitches, fuk ny and the east coast, you know nothin bout hip hop, you wak ass r & b bitches, damn this shit hurts my ears, fake fuks!!!!! quit tryin to act like g;s you all aint shit!!!! tupac forever, sincerely a WEST COAST G!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Now we are headed toward a scary and sad state when so called Hip-Hop fans don’t even have a respect and appreciation for the elders who paved the way for the new generation to do their thing today! I’m not saying you have to think or believe an artist like Rakim is the greatest rapper who ever lived (even if some do believe him to be the true poetic equivalent to Michael Jordan in Hip-Hop, sorry Jay), but you must respect the man and the undeniable talent and ability he brings to the table! I mean Rakim’s style, slow flow delivery monotone smooth vocals and advanced lyrical wordplay were light years ahead of it’s time! That’s why you still have lyricists from Nas to Common, to Black Thought to Canibus still reciting and deciphering his rhymes to this day! Can you imagine if I or some new artist came into the game thinking fuck Rakim, Fuck RUN-DMC, the Hell with Kurtis Blow and LL Cool J, old bitch ass East Coast bitches! How long do you think I would last in the music industry? Probably not more than a week or 2! The first week would be the initial shock and everyone wondering if I was serious or was this some kind of a sick gimmick. The 2nd week is when all the stations and record companies would put the blacklisted ban on all my stuff and I’d be pretty much booted out of the industry quickly and swiftly! So why would anyone deem it appropriate to go after the likes of Rakim makes no sense!
Now one of the biggest problems I also see in the game today is the materialistic love affair with money, jewelry, cars and other items of so called prestige! It seems as if we’ve all sold our souls for diamonds and gold! Ice grills, iced out watches, spinning and floating rims, etc. Let me say this, there is nothing wrong with wanting nice things, or liking a material item, but when it becomes your main goal or objective to the point where you have young kids running around thinking they ain’t shit unless I got those diamonds on my neck, and my watch iced out and rocking the latest $200 pair of Air Jordan’s, we are in the serious state of emergency!
I mean don’t get it twisted artist from back in the day from Slick Rick, to LL Cool J, to Big Daddy Kane and more all loved their jewelry and fresh gear, pocket full of money, fly ladies, big whips and all, but they also knew the importance of taking care of one’s community and uplifting the youth with positive msgs. too! Whether Slick Rick’s Hey Young World, Big Daddy Kane’s Word to the Mother (land), or I’ll Take You There, Brand Nubian’s “Slow Down”, & “Wake Up”, Queen Latifah’s “Ladies First” The Jungle Brothers “Straight out the Jungle”, Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power”, “Night of the Living Basshead”, and anything else damn near off their catalogue of classic albums!
The point is there was a balance, so for every 2 Live Crew, or N.W.A., there was a Public Enemy, or Boogie Down Productions, or for every Jungle Brothers, there was a Heavy D & The Boys or De La Soul, or EPMD or Kool G Rap, or Masta Ace to give you some diversity! Now everyone pretty much sounds the same, spitting up and regurgitating the same old lame, half ass flows at their ass & tittie shows, looking to duplicate whatever sells, no matter how far or low they have to go!
I think KRS-1 from Boogie Down Productions “Love’s Gonna Getcha” put it best, “it’s alright to like or want a material item, but when you start fending and carrying on for it, just remember, it’s gonna get you! The greed for material wealth, always leads to a mighty downfall eventually! You can strive to get rich, but don’t stop trying to put out and create quality music and material that yourself and your fans and people can be proud of! Remember if you can’t look yourself in the mirror at night and be proud of what you do, then is it really worth all the millions? There are some things, that shouldn’t be for sale, and your people’s pride, musical history and culture is some of them!
I also think that the Independent industry or way of music has been a double edged sword that’s been a blessing and a curse to the game! On one hand I think it’s great that anyone who loves the art and wants to do music or create an album can do so now, without having to go the major label route, if there not showing them love! It worked wonders for everyone from Masta P, T.I., to Nelly & Papoose! But the downside to that is that the every Tom Dick & Harry wants to start up their own label and start putting out albums independently, thinking they’ll be the next Nelly or Masta P to blow up! Or hoping they will be the next underground MC from their region that will get the attention of a major label who will be willing to give them a plush 7 figure deal! That is great if these artist are all talented & gifted, but when a lot of them or the majority or shaky or mediocre at best, you leave the floodgates open for a whole crop of wack MC’s & suspect artist! Which in the long run, such weak, low talent artist dilutees the quality of the culture and art form as a whole.
Back in the day you had to be nice as hell to get a deal or to get put on, because there were only a few outlets that allowed new artist to even break into the game, especially breaking into the industry if you were from NY! I remember the story Chris (KRS-1) told of his struggle to get put on back when he & Scott La Rock were shopping for a deal and got dissed by Mr Magic back in the day! Mr Magic (a DJ who played in NY during the mid and late 80’s was like “The Man” to speak with if you wanted your record to get any kind of spins in NY back at that time! So if Magic wasn’t feeling you, and if you weren’t cool with or down with cats from the Juice Crew (MC Shan, Roxxxane Shante, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Biz Markie, etc.), or if you didn’t have production on your project by the legendary Marley Marl, then it was difficult to really get on! But if that crew dissed you or thought you was wack, it was even worse! That was like the kiss of death to someone’s career, especially a new artist, who hadn’t even proven themselves yet!
That’s what makes KRS and Scott La Rock’s classic debut “Criminal Minded” that much more remarkable because they had to be nice in order to get in the game, go up against the Mighty Juice Crew and rock they way that they did! The average candy coated bling wearing rapper of today wouldn’t have stood a chance against those kind of odds! Can you imagine if a Young Jeezy or Rick Ross getting into the industry or getting a deal depended upon them coming into the game and having to take out the likes of a Jay-Z, Nas lyrically? Or to get your 7 figure deal you had to go round for round in a all out lyrical showdown with Papoose, Immortal Technique or Canibus? Half the people in the game right now wouldn’t even exist! But I guess sales overshadow skills these days so will never see that happen now will we?
But alas people I do believe there is some hope for the future generation of Hip-Hop even as we speak! It’s been brought to my attention that the latest Billboard numbers show that rapper Common (one of Chi-town’s finest) currently has the number 1 album in the country with Finding Forever! Which is a hot album by the way, so if you haven’t heard Common’s latest joint yet, I highly recommend you check it out! But what I think this maybe a sign of is letting the industry know that mediocre lyrics, no substance, lack of original subject matter or creative flow and style type of artist won’t be tolerated anymore! Common has been a well respected and talented MC for years, so for him to continue to build and grow in his popularity and exposure this late in his career is truly phenomenal! Now all we have to do as consumers is to continue to support quality artist that we feel are worthy of our dollars and support, and stop listening & watching the low rate, mind numbing, ass shaking, garbage spewing, shucking & jiving minstrel show madness, that these TV & radio stations pump in our heads on the regular!
Instead of if it doesn’t make dollars it doesn’t make sense, how about if it doesn’t make sense, it’s not getting our dollars! Until next time ya’ll I’m Wisdom Supreme reporting live from Supreme Entertainment Blog Talk Radio Show! Good night & God Bless!
Peace!
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