News Archives - GoodFellaz TV http://goodfellaztv.com/category/news/ The World's Most Dangerous Website Sat, 28 Jun 2025 22:15:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 http://goodfellaztv.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/cropped-cropped-GoodFellaZ-TV-Logo-32x32.jpg News Archives - GoodFellaz TV http://goodfellaztv.com/category/news/ 32 32 The Clipse New Album Drop Is A Victory For The Culture: #HeritageHipHop http://goodfellaztv.com/the-clipse-new-album-drop-is-a-victory-for-the-culture-heritagehiphop/ Sat, 28 Jun 2025 22:15:34 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=32870 -Written by Karev of Heritage Hip-Hop It has been reported that Pusha T of The Clipse had to

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It has been reported that Pusha T of The Clipse had to pay a 7 figure pay out to get out of his contract with Def Jam Recordings which is a music label under the Universal Music Group brand aka UMG. This started from the label not wanting Kendrick Lamar on a song The Clipse had prepared for their new album to be released under the Def Jam music label. Pusha T and his rhyme partner and Brother No Malice took a stand against UMG/Def Jam and would not take Kendrick Lamar off the song or drop the song from the album and now we enter into a new era of Hip-Hop where labels can try to dictate who can be on an album and what can or can not be said due to their “influence”.

This could lead to horrible, and negative ramifications in the music culture and this is all tied to Drake it seems and the lawsuit he has against UMG for their support of Kendrick Lamar and the “Not Like Us” song. Drake losing a Rap battle to Kendrick Lamar and then using legal actions to sue UMG has changed how artists’ song lyrics can now be used in legal matters for defamation of character and challenge the core of battle rap culture. With The Clipse not taking the “threat” of a dead project and stalled career we have seen potentially a new era begin in Hip-Hop where the artist can say FUCK the label and use the independent route to find success.

With leaving Def Jam, a formerly highly regarded Hip-Hop label in the culture, and signing with Roc Nation for distribution- and having the ability to do an independent release- gives The Clipse the ability to make a great amount of money from this project. Drake, UMG, and Kendrick Lamar are the names that will make this album move with a younger crowd. Also coupled with The Clipse star power as a group, No Malice’s spiritual journey being documented, and Pusha T’s run with G.O.O.D. Music this album can be the beginning of a power shift for known artists to make money and noise in the culture again.

New artists may not be able to do this, without having a name in the culture but for the known artists like Method Man, Redman, Xzibit etc. the labels may not be able to hold artists and their career at ransom anymore. With having the ability to use their names and credibility to create a buzz and niche out their fan base, we may see the greats return and not have the label telling them when to release, what to release and now who is able to be on their projects in the future.

Salute to The Clipse for not allowing the industry to fail them and destroy their work. Hip-Hop was always counterculture and anti culture. With Hip-Hop becoming THE CULTURE, in the world of entertainment, it is good to see the core of the culture of being rebellious and showing the world your power still exists.

Are you looking forward to The Clipse’s new album and music? With this new victory being won by them I look forward to supporting them and showing the industry Hip-Hop is not to be controlled. It is to be valued and able to grow representing God’s people. God’s people is his Heritage, and his Heritage is Hip-Hop.

Tommy Gunz & No Malice of Clipse

 

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Did Streaming Kill The Music Industry ? #HeritageHipHop http://goodfellaztv.com/did-streaming-kill-the-music-industry-heritagehiphop/ Sat, 24 May 2025 17:14:19 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=32857 -Written by Karev Yah of HeritageHipHop.com The music industry is dying slowly and the world knows it. Music

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The music industry is dying slowly and the world knows it. Music has always been valuable when it comes to cultural identity and as a timepiece to remember the good times when reflecting on one’s life journey. Music has also become an industry where people have given their lives to entertain others by using their creative genius to write, produce sounds and express words to the delight of others in hopes of getting a career out of their love of music. With today’s world becoming so technological, people have more of a chance now to share their hopes and dreams to contribute to the musical landscape/industry. But is that now making the value of music decline and creating the era of the starving artist more apparent than any time before?

Technology and music has been at war for a long time. If you are old enough to remember MP3.com, Limewire, Napster, and the upload revolution during the late 90’s and early 2000’s then you were the first to see people being able to share and upload their music. Of course the music industry and business interest saw this and the music upload and sharing community took its’ pirating methods to the boardroom and streaming platforms eventually came to exist with the scope of having any music you want to listen to accessible with a portable device that eventually became the commonly used cell phone. Music is now available at the click of a screen from many artists of any decade and to the consumer this is a dream. To the artist though this reality has become more and more of a problem and we see the decline of appreciation of music in real time as society moves into its next technological turn. But what has streaming done to hurt artists? Let’s look at what has happened to the money and industry of music with the boom of streaming.

The music industry has made people wealthy for generations. People that run the industry are rich beyond words and the artists we believe and have been proven wrong have made money as well. A lot of people have gone into the artist lifestyle wanting to live the wealthy life and while today’s social media habits and influences have lied to the public of how accessible this is we have seen the music industry take a lot of losses when it comes to money and payouts. The first issue is the value of the song and album.

As of 2025 the figures of payouts to artists today are criminal. The stream is valued at fractions of a penny and the calculations are projected (allegedly) by a royalty calculation payout scale. Here’s a general overview of estimated per-stream payouts for artists on major platforms, as of early 2025:

  • Tidal: Often cited as one of the highest-paying, with estimates around $0.012 to $0.019 per stream.
  • Apple Music: Generally pays higher than Spotify, with estimates around $0.007 to $0.01 per stream.
  • Deezer: Estimates range from $0.0064 to $0.01143 per stream.
  • Amazon Music: Typically around $0.004 to $0.0088 per stream.
  • Spotify: One of the most common and often criticized for its lower rates, generally ranging from $0.003 to $0.005 per stream.
  • YouTube Music: Tends to be on the lower end, with estimates around $0.00069 to $0.00449 per stream. This can be influenced by whether it’s from a premium subscriber or ad-supported view.
  • Pandora: One of the lowest, with estimates around $0.0013 to $0.00235 per stream.

The crime in this is how much does an artist have to stream to earn a livable wage when it comes to putting music out on streaming services. What influences the payouts and are there block in the streaming money when it is paid out? This is what influences the payouts to artists and dictates if they can be paid a livable wage:

  • Platform’s Revenue Model: Whether the platform relies more on paid subscriptions (which generally yield higher payouts) or ad-supported free tiers.
  • Artist’s Agreement: The contract an artist has with their record label or distributor significantly impacts their cut of the royalties. Independent artists distributing directly may retain a larger percentage.
  • Listener’s Location: Payouts can vary by country, with streams from wealthier regions (like the U.S. or U.K.) generally paying more than those from emerging markets.
  • Subscription Type: Premium (paid) streams generate more revenue than free, ad-supported streams.
  • Market Share Model vs. User-Centric Model: Most platforms use a “market share” model, where an artist’s payout is based on their proportion of the platform’s total streams. Some are exploring a “user-centric” model, where a subscriber’s monthly fee is distributed directly to the artists they listen to.
  • Discovery Mode/Promotional Programs: Some platforms offer features where artists can opt-in for increased visibility in exchange for a slightly reduced royalty rate on those particular streams.
  • Minimum Stream Thresholds: Some platforms, like Spotify, have introduced policies that require a minimum number of streams (e.g., 1,000 streams in 12 months) for a track to qualify for royalties.

With these guidelines in place we have seen music consumed to the point where the owners of the streaming platforms are making collectively over $20 Billion and the artists mainstream and independent are just taking home pennies for their work. Known artists from the mainstream music label era have had to renegotiate contracts to include streaming as a part of royalties to get money. Artists like Ryan Leslie have taken their music totally off of streaming platforms due to lack of pay. Others like Snoop Dogg and Redman have threatened to take their music off of these platforms because they are not seeing any money from this new music norm. In New Jersey as of 2025 the livable wage to live as a single adult annually is $54,503. As an independent artist one would have to 13,625,750 streams per year, or 37,331 streams per day for a livable wage. If earning money is hard for Nas, Jay-Z, and well known artists, then what is the struggle like for the up and coming artist like?

With music so easy to be consumed by the touch of a button and the access to these streaming services with music able to be uploaded by anyone with the right opportunity the music industry has been over-saturated with music. Music is released of good and bad quality and as such music releases are not cherished anymore as music can be released at any time and at any day. The era of listening to an entire body of work/album has disappeared for the catchy new song that people feel in the moment of their days. People once clamored for the new album to sit, listen and appreciate while now more so music is consumed on the go and as people are constantly moving the attention span has shortened. People and society as a whole does not value music as an art any more. Today in our microwave society music is easy to consume and put out so it is not valued as an art anymore just as a modern life commodity easily to be exploited and experienced at any time.

Will the industry come back? That is dependent on the artists and their plans to succeed. A lot of people call themselves artists but many are mostly hobbyists that make music because they can. Some are people that want to be special where they are from and have no desire to become huge stars. Today people chase the bag (dumb) and do not have the work ethic to move their music and sound to the next level. Without value put into their creation or art form, then the industry will continue to decline and the starving artist will be the norm and standard. An industry outsider once said,

“New artists are not valuable unless they die and death helps them recoup on their budget. Older music has more value because of nostalgia.”

If this is true you, new artists that make music, have no value in this new music industry and as the world moves toward an AI future may no longer exist. Wu-Tang Clan sold an album for $1 million and Mach Hommy sold a vinyl for his album The G.A.T for $5 thousand a copy. What can be done to make your music valuable and are you willing to do what it takes to be the next artist to change the world and make a living creating the art you love in a dying industry?

 

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Black Heroes, New Narratives: The Evolution of Representation in Gaming http://goodfellaztv.com/black-heroes-new-narratives-the-evolution-of-representation-in-gaming/ Sun, 11 May 2025 17:01:32 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=32759 -Written by Karev Yah of HeritageHipHop.com The gaming landscape is undergoing an exciting transformation. Once criticized for its

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The gaming landscape is undergoing an exciting transformation. Once criticized for its lack of diversity, video games are now featuring Black characters as dynamic heroes. This change is not just significant for the gaming industry; it carries vast implications for Hip-Hop culture and the young video gamers who look to these characters for inspiration.

My Personal Reflection As a Young Gamer

My earliest video game memories come from lines on a screen. Then the lines turned into Pac-Man eating glowing power balls on a screen and evolved to characters from people’s creative minds that represented heroes of differing worlds and stories but there was always something missing: me. To see a person from my culture in a video game I mostly saw black people in sports games, and in funny characterizations that looked nothing like me. As I have matured in age from a child to now being in my 40’s I can say I am happy to see the children today that play games are experiencing a time where people like us are accessible when picking up a controller to play video games.

The Shift in Representation

Historically, video games have often missed the mark on representation. Characters were often one-dimensional, neglecting many cultures and backgrounds. Yet, the calls for diverse narratives have led to noteworthy changes. Characters like Miles Morales in Spider-Man: Miles Morales and the heroes in Tales of Kenzera: Zau and South of Mississippi have opened the lens and minds of people to see, accept and spend money on characters that look like they are a part of the greater diverse society all gamers share.

This uptick in representation means that children from different backgrounds can finally see themselves as protagonists, embarking on epic journeys. For instance, a survey from the International Game Developers Association found that 83% of players value diversity in video games, proving that diverse representation is not just desired but essential.

Impact on Hip-Hop Culture

Hip-hop culture has long influenced the lives of millions, and the integration of Black heroes in gaming enhances this relationship. Well-known artists, from Nas to Wu-Tang Clan often reference gaming in their lyrics, reflecting the crossover between these two vibrant cultures.

For example, in a track by Travis Scott, he mentions exploring virtual worlds, drawing parallels between gaming adventures and life challenges. This unique fusion resonates strongly with young players, reminding them that creativity and authenticity are key elements of both gaming and Hip-Hop.

As a younger gamer the first game I remember that had rappers and Hip-Hop artists in it was Rap Jam Volume 1 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). We only received pictures of rappers on substandard graphics in a basketball game but nothing that stood out. There are many games and many memories to share but when Def Jam Vendetta and Def Jam: Fight for NY came out Hip-Hop went to another level in representation on video games. I was able to not only hear the songs I loved to listen to but I was able to play as the artists in the game as well.

The game Marc Echo’s Getting Up: Contents Under Pressure was the first game I played with a full story that gave me a protagonist that represent Hip-Hop not only with Talib Kweli’s voice but using graffiti and street art to convey a message and to fight against the establishment/villain in a game about getting the truth and fighting back through messaging. It was always easy to hear Hip-Hop music in sports games but our faces were still missing in original stories where we were the focus and not a skin out on a one dimensional non personable character.

Empowering Young Gamers

Young gamers gain more than just entertainment from engaging with dynamic characters. They encounter narratives that celebrate victory against odds and stories of perseverance. When children see relatable heroes overcoming challenges, it inspires confidence and encourages them to embrace their identities.

In comic books Miles Morales in the Spider-Man stories has become a popular character that has gone from comic book pages to video gaming. Black Panther was a blockbuster hit that Marvel and Disney dropped the ball on with lack of marketing for fans of the character and the growth of interest in the character due to the movie. Now we see children able to choose The King of Wakanda in games like Marvel: The AvengersMarvel Rivals and Black Panther has 2 upcoming games to be released on the current generation of video game consoles.

Consider games like NBA 2KRise of The Roninand WWE2K25 where players can create avatars representing their own backgrounds. This feature promotes self-expression, showing boys and girls that they can be heroes in their journeys. In fact, studies indicate that children who identify with game characters show increased self-esteem and are more likely to engage in positive social interactions.

The Role of Communities

Gaming thrives on community engagement. Conversations about representation gain traction in online forums, gaming conventions, and social media, emphasizing the importance of diverse narratives.

Developers are now more receptive to feedback from players regarding the types of characters they wish to see. Companies like Naughty Dog actively involve their community in discussions about LGBTQ+ and racial representation, showing a commitment to authenticity. This ongoing dialogue empowers Black characters to have more significant roles in gaming, ensuring that new releases resonate deeply with a broader audience.

Bridging Real-Life Challenges

Games have a unique ability to highlight real-world issues through their stories. Titles featuring Black characters often address themes such as systemic challenges, personal identity, and cultural pride. For instance, Assassin’s Creed: Freedom Cry tackles slavery and freedom, providing players a chance to engage with heavy, yet vital topics.

Today’s world is dealing with a new type of censorship with DEI and the deleting of real American history with books being taken out of libraries and the social conscious of our society. Video gaming now has the opportunity to tell stories and include history in it to ensure not only that our children, and gamers are entertained but the representation in gaming can ensure those stories and perspectives are not taken away from the experiences of the stories that can be told in world building and helping the gamer deal with real life exploration of feelings and understanding as well.

The Role of Game Development

The emergence of Black heroes didn’t happen by accident. Game developers have become increasingly aware and socially conscious. They understand the significance of representing diverse narratives in a changing demographic landscape.

Successful collaborations between developers and influential figures in hip-hop have empowered projects that elevate Black voices. For example, the partnership between 2K Sports and hip-hop artists helps create immersive soundtracks that resonate with fans, enriching the gaming atmosphere and creating a more authentic gaming experience.

The Implication for Future Generations

As gaming continues to grow, the importance of representation will extend into the future. Children who see Black heroes today are motivated to pursue their dreams beyond the screen—in art, music, storytelling, and other fields.

These heroes ignite the imaginations of youth, pushing them to craft their own narratives and chase their passions. They serve as real-world role models, demonstrating that breaking barriers is possible, not just in gaming but in all aspects of life.

The Verdict

The rise of Black characters as heroes in video games signals a significant shift in representation and storytelling. This evolution enriches gaming culture and positively influences hip-hop and young audiences. As the lines between these two powerful cultures continue to blur, we can look forward to a future filled with diverse stories, empowered individuals, and collaborative creativity.

Championing representation matters; it shapes the narratives that define our culture. By inspiring the next generation with diverse voices, we contribute to a future where every child can envision themselves as heroes in their stories—both in gaming and beyond.

 

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Kendrick Lamar Makes A Statement At The Super Bowl…Game Over http://goodfellaztv.com/kendrick-lamar-makes-a-statement-at-the-super-bowl-game-over/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 01:05:34 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=32598 Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: A Celebration of Culture and Unity -Written by Big A The Super

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Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: A Celebration of Culture and Unity

-Written by Big A

The Super Bowl is a stage that transcends sports, showcasing not just athletic prowess but also cultural icons. Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance was a breathtaking illustration of this, blending powerful artistry with a profound message. With Samuel L. Jackson stepping in as “Uncle Sam”, acting as a spiritual narrator throughout the show, the performance became a poignant commentary on society, identity, and resilience.

As the crowd erupted in anticipation, Kendrick opened the show with “Squabble Up”, immediately setting the tone for an electrifying evening. The excitement in the stadium was palpable, with fans ready to experience the lyrical genius of one of hip-hop’s greatest artists.

### Setlist Breakdown ### 

1. **Squabble Up** – The performance kicked off with high energy, pulling the audience into Kendrick’s vibrant world.
2. **HUMBLE.** – The atmosphere intensified as Kendrick delivered this anthem, encouraging the crowd to reflect on humility and authenticity.
3. **DNA.** – The raw power of this track resonated deeply, showcasing Kendrick’s incredible storytelling ability.
4. **Euphoria** – A shift in tempo brought a melodic interlude, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in the soulful vibes.
5. **Man at the Garden** – Kendrick took a moment to address social issues, weaving narratives that echoed through the stadium.
6. **Peekaboo** – This playful track added a fun element, energizing the crowd and inviting them to dance.
7. **Luther (with SZA)** – The performance took a beautiful turn as SZA joined Kendrick, bringing a mellow, soulful element that captivated the audience.
8. **All the Stars (with SZA)** – Their chemistry was palpable, creating a magical moment that resonated with fans and highlighted the beauty of collaboration.
9. **Not Like Us** – The show took an unexpected twist with the surprise appearance of Serena Williams, who electrified the crowd with her impressive “crip walk,” celebrating empowerment and unity.
10. **TV Off (with Mustard)** – The finale was a grand spectacle, with Kendrick and Mustard closing the show on a high note, leaving the audience in a state of exhilaration.

Throughout the performance, Samuel L. Jackson’s narration as “Uncle Sam” provided a spiritual backbone to the sets. His powerful voice guided the audience through Kendrick’s journey, adding depth to the performance and reminding everyone of the underlying themes of struggle and triumph.

The collaboration with SZA brought a soulful interlude that balanced the high-energy tracks, creating a dynamic flow that resonated with both hip-hop and R&B fans alike. The surprise appearance of Serena Williams added an extra layer of excitement, showcasing the intersection of music and sports, and leaving the audience in awe.

As the show concluded, the energy in the stadium was electric. Fans were left buzzing with excitement, discussing the powerful messages conveyed through Kendrick’s music and the groundbreaking performances that unfolded before their eyes.

What did you think of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance? How did it make you feel? Did Samuel L. Jackson’s narration enhance your experience? Share your thoughts and reactions to this unforgettable halftime show that united music, culture, and spirit in an extraordinary way.

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Kendrick Lamar Makes A Statement At The Super Bowl…Game Over

-Written by Karev Yah of HeritageHipHop.com

Kendrick Lamar is a G.O.A.T. contender that has made Hip-Hop culture stand at attention for the last year with a Hip-Hop battle versus another G.O.A.T. of the culture Drake. No matter how one may feel about the battle, Kendrick Lamar has taken the Super Bowl 59 stage to create a story that will change the battle rap landscape forever.

Battle Rap is a part of the Hip-Hop game where clever rhymes and theatrics have been used to 1 up a competitor with showmanship and the Super Bowl is one of the grandest stages to showcase a competitive show to dominate another rapper. After Kendrick Lamar collected 5 Grammy awards Super Bowl 59 was the next grand stage of his great career to conquer. This is an honor not many artists get to achieve and Kendrick used this opportunity to further cement his name in Hip-Hop conversation for years to come. A conversation that not only will talk about who is the greatest ever but how to use showmanship to always be remembered in the conversation.

During the show of course Kendrick did songs from his recently released album GNX. Of course Kendrick brought out his musical muse SZA to connect on the chemistry they have shown since the Marvel’s “Black Panther” soundtrack hit “All The Stars”. Those are the given, hearing good music. But the show is the key to being remembered and Kendrick did that with the many references that created a battle statement with his performance.

Samuel L. Jackson being “Uncle Sam”, an American character used to give commentary to the performance, represented the sentiments of the mainstream of the music industry and America. He reminded Kendrick to “play the game”, by doing his hits and giving the people what they want. Kendrick’s performance was littered with references that were game changing like using the Squid Games set as a stage for his performance. The X in Squid games is a reference to end competition and it was highlighted on the stage during the performance. Kendrick Lamar had dancers dressed in the colors of the American Flag red, white and blue. The dancers not only represented the different colors of gangs in California Street culture they created the flag in symbols of joined unity and also as a separate collective to symbolize the country as well. The Game of unity and politics shown here reflects the state of the country in the new Donald Trump era of America.

With people debating if “Not Like Us” would be performed Kendrick hinted at it during the show and when it finally was played the crowd made it known that is what it came to see, the competition of Hip-Hop shown aka the hit. The Drake hate has been shown for his ability to stay at the top of the charts and this song stopped a lot of Drake’s momentum. The hate for Drake has not only come from his success but the conversation has changed to his treatment of women and during the performance, an ex girlfriend of Drake, Serena Williams, made her appearance dancing in the “Not Like Us”, set to make the statement of respecting the women in the culture and not using them for clout or as degraded notches under his belt. The game of optics and morality on display here.

With DJ Mustard on stage and the crowd chanting “A-Minor”, Kendrick Lamar brought the battle to the mainstream and though “white mainstream America”, may not understand or get it. For the Hip-Hop Kulture though, we see the play on words, the play on theatrics and we give Kendrick his just due. When you play the game there is a winner and a loser. Drake lost this battle and when the performance was over, Kendrick hit the button to signify that when the words “Game Over” appeared in the crowd. The battle in Hip-Hop went to the next level with this performance because now the evolution of the battle has taken shape. From Kool Moe Dee stepping on Kangol hats to signify his issue with LL Cool J, to the Summer Jam screen where Jay-Z went at Prodigy of Mobb Deep to claim dominance in the game. Kendrick used the biggest sporting event in North America to end a battle with a credible competitor. Even with DJ Akademiks’ failed attempt to sabotage the performance by releasing the track list of the show, Kendrick made his mark and ended the battle with a smile and the words game over in the crowd.

Whether you like Kendrick or think Drake did not lose the battle, this was Hip-Hop on display and even with Lil Wayne not being chosen to perform in his home state, Hip-Hop was on full display and the world took notice. Will this performance be remembered? I believe so because it one upped showmanship and gave Hip-Hop artists another level to meet and beat when it comes to showing the world they are the best in their craft. There is only one way to secure a victory in a battle and it is to put a close on that chapter. Kendrick did that and now we wait to see what Drake will do and what is next for Kendrick Lamar and his label Pg Lang. Good job K. Dot the game is over and the conversation is finished…for now.

 

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Hip-Hop History IS Black History: #GFTV #HeritageHipHop http://goodfellaztv.com/hip-hop-history-is-black-history-gftv-heritagehiphop/ Sun, 09 Feb 2025 01:54:48 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=32579 -Written by Karev Yah of Heritage Hip-Hop Happy Black History month! For 28 days people are reminded of

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Happy Black History month! For 28 days people are reminded of the story of people overcoming systemic racism, and societal hatred. These evils have led to the backdrop of a history full of musical pain and stories of many emotional episodes. These accounts detail the healing and expression of joy, hope, anger, frustration when telling the history of “Black” people in America. Today Hip-Hop has not only taken on that message but with Hip-Hop going global and the political climate changing in America, Hip-Hop will once again lend its’ gifts to the world by telling the truth to a world that may never fully accept the message it has always been giving to the world at large.

Who are we? How do we fully answer this question? By going through the archive of “Black” music there are songs of many genres that tell our story through Gospel, Jazz, Pop, Soul, R&B, and more. Hip-Hop is the youth’s rebellion from the mainstream world to tell everyone what their experience and issues are with the world. Hip-Hop was the answer to NYC showing the world the murder, the economical struggle and the unfair treatment from the police was not to be tolerated any more. This story spread to the West Coast and they showed the world they are going through the same issues. The South and Midwest also had something to say and damn it the message was received.

“Black” music is and always will be political. With artists in Hip-Hop like Public Enemy, X-Clan, KRS-ONE and more Hip-Hop has had people represent the culture and get into the fight for the struggle to enhance the lives of the people in the culture. ON the West Coast artist like West Coast Kam and Paris have carried the torch for reform in America to aid in the advancement of Black People. In the mainstream Hip-Hop has had separations from the conscious Hip-Hop artist but we have seen the evolution of the street artist giving their take on the world and its’ problems. Artist like Nas, Ice Cube, TI and Mysonne have taken charge in navigating the street and politics. Yet, the memory of fallen MCs like 2Pac and Nipsey Hussle have inspired newer artists like Kendrick Lamar, Dee-1, and J. Cole to speak on the injustice on our community. This keeps the essence of Hip-Hop pure and alive.

Black History Month is a time of year where we tell the world our story and share our will and desire to exist in peace with the larger global society. With people of all communities now rapping and making beats we must never allow our story to be erased as we remind them that “We Will Be Here Forever…” As much as the mainstream Hip-Hop shared with the world may separate from the streets and the people’s message for entertainment purposes we still have artists like Outkast and Goodie Mob to give soulful accounts of the struggle to the world. Common, Mos Def and Talib Kweli still make music that matters to the world. Christian Hip-Hop is speaking up to the morality of the world with artists like Firejaws, Bizzle and more. While Rapsody is reminding people of the value of the woman’s voice in the culture, Beyonce still is making firsts in the music conversation leading to a look into our story and our history.

Hip-Hop is an important part of our History. Hip-Hop’s story is Black History and outside of Black Music Month in June, Hip-Hop tells the story of our struggle in real time. Police brutality, economic disparity, sexism, nepotism, racism and politics are the issues and Hip-Hop voices its displeasure with it. With Hip-Hop taking charge as a world leading culture we see hope that things will change. With a new President in America making change, Hip-Hop will have to answer the questions: What do we do now? How do we respond to this new change? Councilman Dupre’ Kelly is part of that answer going from Recording Artist to politics and soon more will be inspired from his move into a new arena to show Hip-Hop is a genre and movement that will not stop and “…will be here forever…”

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As we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Nina Simone, Dr. Frances Cress Welling and more. We should also celebrate Chuck D, Brother J, The Honorable Louis Farrakhan, Tamika Mallory and the people alive today that are leading the Hip-Hop nation into a new era to continue that fight. Hip-Hop is Black History and though it is given a monthly time to recognize. Hip-Hop culture is lived everyday and we celebrate Black History everyday by making history not just waiting for a book to tell us what we have been through. We fight to overcome and conquer that evil in the world to show the world that “We shall overcome…”. That we will not cower to injustice and it will forever be “Like that and that’s the way it is”, and that is that way it shall forever be.

 

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WVMR Makes History With Network Launch: #GFTV #PressRelease http://goodfellaztv.com/wvmr-makes-history-with-network-launch-gftv-pressrelease/ Tue, 01 Nov 2022 02:16:33 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=30296 -GoodFellaz TV Staff As of today, the independently run podcast company WVMR Network has officially launched their website!

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As of today, the independently run podcast company WVMR Network has officially launched their website! And with their website launch, the New York based company officially begins its streaming venture across multiple platforms.

Accessible via web and mobile, WVMRNetwork.com will be the place to listen to all podcasts, music in rotation and more!

But that isn’t the only thing WVMR has done. With the launch of the company officially, one of its owners, artist and producer Sueheidy, becomes the first ever woman of Latin descent to own an independently run podcast network company.

Women are more and more becoming leaders, owners, and taking charge! I’m here to continue the trend not only as an artist but as a owner as well”,

says Sueheidy, who at launch will have 5 of her singles from her EP “The Cauling” in rotation including the WVMR Network promotional song “Are You Ready”, which is scheduled to be released soon.

The network currently has 8 shows at launch, including kicking off on November 6th with three shows starting at 2pm EST. WVMR is seeking more shows and music rotation. If you are interested, email WVMRbookings@gmail.com for more information.

Congrats to Sueheidy and her team!

Follow WVMR Network on all social media platforms: @TheWVMRNetwork

Follow Sueheidy on all social media platforms: @TheRealSueheidy

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You Know The Rules of the Game…. #ThoughtsFromTheDJBooth by DJ Doughboy http://goodfellaztv.com/you-know-the-rules-of-the-game-thoughtsfromthedjbooth-by-dj-doughboy/ Fri, 30 Sep 2022 15:52:04 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=30255 -Written by DJ Doughboy Listen, Pretty Tony, I mean you know the rules of the game. Your b*tch

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Listen, Pretty Tony, I mean you know the rules of the game. Your b*tch just chose me. Now we can settle this like we got some class or we can get into some gangster sh*t.” – Goldie (“The Mack”)

This is one of the most famous scenes in the movie. People think it’s so cool. But they are not peeping game. The pimps in this movie (and in general) know one thing about a female’s nature. THEY CHOOSE WHO THEY WANT TO BE WITH !!!

All you can do is create the environment that makes them choose you. You also have to understand that others are creating an environment to entice her to choose them. And if they choose someone else, there is nothing you can say or do about it.

We think we can make a woman fall in love with us. And that we can control their actions once they are dealing with us. Then we lose our mind when we find out the hard way that the choice is always… HER’S !!!

 

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‘Hot Chick of the Week’: Check out Chaney Jones- Kanye’s New Girlfriend- & Her SEXIEST Pics EVER on GoodFellaz TV http://goodfellaztv.com/hot-chick-of-the-week-check-out-chaney-jones-kanyes-new-girlfriend-her-sexiest-pics-ever-on-goodfellaz-tv/ Sat, 19 Mar 2022 18:22:23 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=29873 -GoodFellaz TV Staff Introducing our GoodFellaz TV ‘Hot Chick of the Week’– and Kanye West’s New girlfriend- Model,

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Introducing our GoodFellaz TV ‘Hot Chick of the Week’– and Kanye West’s New girlfriend- Model, Social Media Influencer and COO Chaney Jones.

Boasting an impressive 34-26-35 frame, the 24 year old beauty’s nationality is an exotic mixture of French, German, West African, Nigerian and Ghanaian. What a combination!

Rumored to have been dating Kanye for little over a month, the smokin’ hot Chaney Jones has been a fixture on social media and in numerous news publications; partially due to her resemblance to Ye’s ex, Kim Kardashian. She currently has over 530k followers on Instagram, and a large following on TikTok as well.

Aside from her social media presence, Yeezy’s “muse” is also the COO of First State Behavioral Health, a company which offers “counselling provided by trained behavioral professionals”. And with a brain to match the body, Chaney graduated from the University of Delaware and is currently working on her master degree as well.

So on behalf of all the fellaz (and probably a lot of ladies as well), check out some of Ms. Jones’ Sexiest pics EVER, courtesy of the good folks at GoodFellaz TV.

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The GoodFellaz NFL Playoffs & Superbowl Predictions: 2022: #GFTV #Sports http://goodfellaztv.com/the-goodfellaz-nfl-playoffs-superbowl-predictions-2022-gftv-sports/ Sun, 16 Jan 2022 19:35:13 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=29715 -GoodFellaz TV Staff It’s Prediction time!! The GoodFellaz give our Predictions for the NFL Playoffs & Superbowl !!

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It’s Prediction time!! The GoodFellaz give our Predictions for the NFL Playoffs & Superbowl !!

Check out “The Recap” w/ the GoodFellaz Show round-table discussion featuring Tommy Gunz, Dav Noble, Shah Montana, Big A and Karev Yah as we break down the Playoff situation, and let you know who we think is bringing home that Super Bowl trophy!!

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Jussie Smollett Found Guilty: The GoodFellaz Reaction: #GFTV #News #TheRecapWTheGoodFellaz http://goodfellaztv.com/jussie-smollett-found-guilty-the-goodfellaz-reaction-gftv-news-therecapwthegoodfellaz/ Sun, 09 Jan 2022 04:32:49 +0000 http://goodfellaztv.com/?p=29704 -GoodFellaz TV Staff The GoodFellaz react to former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett’s conviction for faking a “hate crime” attack

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The GoodFellaz react to former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett’s conviction for faking a “hate crime” attack and lying to Chicago police  in 2019, during “The Recap” w/ the GoodFellaz Show.

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