Illmatic

Bringing the Beat Back: A conversation with Grand Analog

February 23, 2018
James Schiff

It’s all about survival. At least, that’s how Odario Williams, leader and main vocalist behind one of Canada’s best-kept secrets, Grand Analog, sees it. But the idea of survival is…

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Nas releases a previously unheard "I'm a Villain"

March 25, 2014
Kiku Shinfuku

Hip hop head or not, chances are you've heard of Nas's Illmatic. It's the legendary debut by the then 20 year old Nasir Jones. The revered prodigy, the lyrical master,…

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Reebok Classics Presents: Nas [VIDEO]

August 19, 2011
Liz Choi

Reebok and Rock the Bells have just begun a video series called Reebok Classics, featuring interviews with RTB artists discussing their most classic albums. Here Nas talks about working with…

Nas releases a previously unheard "I'm a Villain"

Reebok Classics Presents: Nas [VIDEO]

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