Not long ago, probably two or three days following Amy Winehouse’s death, my grandmother called me. We made small talk about who Winehouse actually was, her drug abuse and her personal demons that made very public headlines. Almost instantly, she uttered, “Sounds just like Jimi Hendrix.” Read the rest of this entry »

While the Jimi Hendrix Experience made groundbreaking music, the legendary guitarist’s best work came alongside Billy Cox and Buddy Miles in Band of Gypsys. The band was formed during the last two years of Jimi’s life after he disbanded the Experience and only officially released one self-titled album, recorded live at the Fillmore East and clocking in at three-quarters of an hour. Read the rest of this entry »

The leadoff track for Brother Sparks’ charitable contribution to Hip-Hop is live and direct for your eyes as well as your eardrums. This particular cut features the rowdy antics of The Real Pack with John Colombo on the directioral duties (whose been filming their rap act for a few years). Read the rest of this entry »

Andrea Rincon. Google Her.

Jimi Hendrix’s ‘Voodoo Child’ Voted Best Riff [Spinner]

One-n-Done: Important Tips For One-Night Stands [Ask Men]

Eminem’s Mother To Wed Bisexual Agent Who Sued Her [RGF]

Lil Wayne Doc ‘The Carter’ Shoots To #1 on iTunes [AHH]

Josh McDaniels Channels His Inner Herm Edwards [Awful Announcing]

Bizzy Bone’s Robber Sentenced To 12 Years [HHDX] Read the rest of this entry »

Let me find out sampling Jimi Hendrix is the new trend for rappers in 2K10. Things could get real groovy, not to mention pricey. Ain’t that right Joe? Read the rest of this entry »

There is a demon possessed man wearing a Fat Joe suit spewing vex and venom on this track. I’m not sure where all that fury came from but it’s all very welcome. Read the rest of this entry »

It’s been a few since the last installment (if you missed the first four, go get a late pass!), but that doesn’t matter to me. I’m always anticipating these to see which figure Shaun’s going to do the wisdom to.

Hip-Hop In 3D mixtape on it’s way.

Download — Shaun Boothe – “Unauthorized Biography Of Jimi Hendrix”

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Previously Posted — Shaun Boothe – “Unauthorized Biography Of MLK & Barack Obama” | Shaun Boothe – “Unauthorized Biography Of Muhammad Ali”

With the passing of Mitch Mitchell, we officially say goodbye to The Jimi Hendrix Experience. The legacy of the band will live on through their music and Concept said he felt the need to mix up, just a small portion, of their catalog. J-Zone & Jake from Rhymesayers with the assist. Turn the volume loud for this one. It’s only right. Tracklisting & link after the break. Read the rest of this entry »