A famous phrase in rap and pop culture gets that way thanks to the help of a terrible tragedy explained in this week's Hip Hop Family Tree (Yes, we know the record existed before the events).
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The MOVE Organization vs. The Philadelphia Police pt 2
Introducing Boogie Down Productions
KRS-ONE, DJ Scott La Rock, and several emcees from the homeless shelter combine to create a legendary collective in this week’s Hip Hop Family Tree strip.
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KRS-One discovers Scott La Rock is a DJ
Looks are deceiving when KRS-One finds out that the social worker at his homeless shelter has skills on the wheels of steel.
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LL Cool J's First LP, Radio
The first full length album from Def Jam Records in 1985 with special vocal appearance by Russell “Rush” Simmons.
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Fly this remote-controlled plane by phone - with a joystick
There are a lot of high-tech drones and RC planes flooding the market lately, and the innovations are coming so fast on each new iteration, most of them forget one crucial thing: Flying these is supposed to be fun. Here’s an alternative that keeps that ethic firmly in mind: The Moskito Smartphone-Controlled Plane. This thing […]
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Save 30% on this robotic chessboard that lets you play online or with AI
There are few intellectual exercises better than a good game of chess against a capable opponent, which is why a lot of old hands at the gameplay it online. But there’s still nothing like the tactile thrill of moving a knight into checkmate. (Or sweeping the pieces off dramatically when you lose.) That’s why we’re […]
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These earbuds are the perfect gift for the audiophile on your list
Got a real music junkie on your list this year? It’s a good bet that they already have a solid pair of earbuds, but probably nothing quite like these Seeds Earphones. Here’s the thing: Wireless earbuds are all the rage right now, and there are a lot of good reasons for that. But for true […]
