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I Love NC, Thank You
For a Los Angeles-by-way-of-Pittsburgh MC, Mac Miller had an unusual number of ties to North Carolina. For him, it was just the usual.
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The (almost) complete vault of Super Empty articles 2015-2018, including song reviews, event recaps, opinions and more. Adding more from the vault as time allows.
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How "North Cack" Became The Biggest NC Anthem In A Decade
With the right combination of precise planning, spontaneity, and controlled chaos, a small crew was able to create a new anthem for the Tar Heel State.
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Love Thy Hip-Hop Neighbor
Despite close proximity and a lot of crossover culture, the hip-hop scenes of South Carolina and North Carolina still largely keep to themselves. Does it have to be this way?
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Everyday Struggle: The Colossal Failings of Hip-Hop Media
In 2018, can the hip-hop landscape find a true journalistic outlet? Does it even want to?
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Remember "Born Sinner"?
A turbulent mix of depravity, braggadocio and contradiction, Born Sinner has become the forgotten album in J. Cole's discography.
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Never Been Better: The Rise of J.I.D
One album in, J.I.D is already a dazzling blend of exuberance, empathy and eccentricity. It’s a mix that might just make him Dreamville’s first breakout star.
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Black Thought, Eminem, and the Two Faces of Aging in Hip-Hop
Black Thought doesn’t have the album sales or name recognition of some of his aging contemporaries. He has something better: rap fans wondering if a 46-year-old is the best rapper alive.
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Late Devastation
The long-awaited Well$ album sets a vicious tone and exceeds expectations
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The Sinopsis of the Story
Dennis McCarter just released his second solo project, and a 9th Wonder x Kooley High album is on the way
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An NC Hip-Hop Gem Forgotten, Then Remembered
A letter to Lute's debut mixtape, "West1996."