EPISODE 225 BLACK MUSIC MONTH 2024

EPISODE 225 BLACK MUSIC MONTH 2024 . Summary . In this episode, Tommy B and Talib Shabazz discuss the state of black music in 2024. They explore the shift in popularity from talent to popularity in the music industry and the lack of balance in the current music landscape. They reminisce about the experience of attending concerts in the past and how it differs from today's concerts. They also touch on the generational divide in music preferences and the lack of groove and blending in current DJ sets. The conversation explores the state of black music and the need for more musicality and training among artists. It discusses the challenges faced by talented artists in breaking through the industry and the importance of growth and longevity in their careers. The conversation also touches on the fragmentation of hip hop and the potential decline of the genre if it follows the same path as rock music. Additionally, “Sippin’ The Tea With Tonya B” covers the passing of Marcus of the 2Live Crew, the postponement of the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight, and the legal issues faced by Kanye West and The-Dream.   Chapters . 00:00 Introduction and Black Music Month 2024 08:20 The Shift from Talent to Popularity in the Music Industry 13:34 The Changing Concert Experience 26:04 The Lack of Groove and Blending in DJ Sets 27:00 The Need for More Musicality and Training in Black Music 37:03 Challenges Faced by Talented Artists in Breaking Through the Industry 45:13 The Risk of Fragmentation in Hip Hop 47:13 Entertainment News Headlines: Marcus, Mike Tyson-Jake Paul Fight, Kanye West, The-Dream . black music, state of music, talent vs popularity, concert experience, generational divide, DJ sets, state of black music, musicality, training, challenges, growth, longevity, fragmentation, hip hop, rock music, entertainment news, Marcus, 2Live Crew, Mike Tyson, Jake Paul, Kanye West, The-Dream . www.castropolis.net