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Season 7 Bonus "Not Like Us"
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This week's episode "Not like Us" examines the high-profile feud between rap titans Kendrick Lamar and Drake, dissecting the tensions between maintaining artistic credibility and achieving mainstream popularity. Through this lens, the host Henry K reflects on the importance of genuine, impactful artistry in genres like reggae and hip hop, drawing parallels to cultural appropriation issues. With references to historical and contemporary music figures, the discussion underscores the need for music that reflects real-life struggles and experiences, advocating for a balance between feel-good hits and socially conscious art. Rootsland also reflects on the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl's impact on Jamaica, highlighting the resilience of the island's people and the challenges faced, particularly in agriculture.
Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories"
Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West" in your podcast app of choice
Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica
Intro by Michelle "Kim" Yamaguchi
Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
Rootsland is proud to partner with Osiris Media "the leading storyteller in music." Welcome to Osiris Media - Osiris - The leading storyteller in music.
Intro features Jacob Miller "Mixed Up Moods" Drake "Hot Line Bling" Kendrick Lamar "Not Like Us" Explicit Version
70 эпизодов
Manage episode 428589731 series 2877259
This week's episode "Not like Us" examines the high-profile feud between rap titans Kendrick Lamar and Drake, dissecting the tensions between maintaining artistic credibility and achieving mainstream popularity. Through this lens, the host Henry K reflects on the importance of genuine, impactful artistry in genres like reggae and hip hop, drawing parallels to cultural appropriation issues. With references to historical and contemporary music figures, the discussion underscores the need for music that reflects real-life struggles and experiences, advocating for a balance between feel-good hits and socially conscious art. Rootsland also reflects on the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl's impact on Jamaica, highlighting the resilience of the island's people and the challenges faced, particularly in agriculture.
Rootsland "Reggae's Untold Stories"
Subscribe Now to Kingston to Cali Easily listen to Kingston to Cali "Reggae's Journey West" in your podcast app of choice
Produced by Henry K in association with Voice Boxx Studio Red Hills, Jamaica
Intro by Michelle "Kim" Yamaguchi
Home | ROOTSLAND Reggae Music, Podcast & Merchandise "Wear Your Culture"
Rootsland is proud to partner with Osiris Media "the leading storyteller in music." Welcome to Osiris Media - Osiris - The leading storyteller in music.
Intro features Jacob Miller "Mixed Up Moods" Drake "Hot Line Bling" Kendrick Lamar "Not Like Us" Explicit Version
70 эпизодов
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