Heds & Dreds: Prodigy of Mobb Deep Channels Classic Dancehall on “Hoodie Weather”
Mobb Deep rapper Prodigy channels Shelly Thunder's "Kuff" in his latest appearance. But it's hardly the first time he's dabbled in patois. You dun know!
Throwback Thursdays: Maxi Priest On His Classic Shabba Collaboration “Housecall”
The Lovers Rock crooner recalls how "House Call," his classic duet with dancehall's reigning emperor Shabba Ranks, bridged two sides of reggae in 1991.
Media Watch: The Simpsons Channel Jamaica
Words by Richard "Treats" Dryden—
Every joke in last night's episode of The Simpsons was on point. The storyline was by the book: Bart the original prankster had to curb his mischievous habits so he can ... Read More...
Throwback Thursdays: DJ Treats on Ms. Dynamite’s “A Little Deeper”
Words by Richard "Treats" Dryden—
DJ Treats returns with another illuminating Throwback Thursdays post. In addition to LargeUp, you can see his work in Complex, Mass Appeal and other fine publications, and... Read More...
Toppa Top 10: The Neptunes’ Most Caribbean Moments
Words by Richard "Treats" Dryden—
The Neptunes—Pharell Williams and Chad Hugo—could be set to take a second victory lap. In addition to making hits like Robin Thicke and T.I.'s current smash "Blurred... Read More...