Sy Shackleford

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Pete Santos :: Paint the Picture

Sy ShacklefordMarch 27, 2018

For most artists, canvas is the most popular painting surface. With every stroke and brush, it allows them to get the most out of the colors they use. For music... Read More...

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8.5

Apathy :: The Widow’s Son

Sy ShacklefordMarch 6, 2018

Unlike most establishments, hip-hop doesn't place an "off limits" sign on the topics of politics and religion. Well, religion is too broad of a word, so instead... Read More...

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8.8

Statik Selektah :: 8

Sy ShacklefordDecember 19, 2017

Lawrence, MA's Statik Selektah has released his eighth album, "8", and with it, continues his proven process of bringing together disparate artists under his um... Read More...

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Apollo Brown & Planet Asia :: Anchovies

Sy ShacklefordDecember 12, 2017

My first time hearing a beat by Detroit's Apollo Brown initially had me thinking the words "9th Wonder" because of the drum snares and similarly-chopped samples... Read More...

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Fabolous & Jadakiss :: Friday on Elm Street

Sy ShacklefordDecember 5, 2017

Over 16 years ago during my college days, I remember how almost every Sunday I would travel to a local Connecticut flea market. Yes, most of the items for sale ... Read More...

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8.5

Apathy & O.C. :: Perestroika

Sy ShacklefordOctober 17, 2017

The year 2017 has been rocked with controversy largely because of the political carnival of absurdity represented by the Trump Administration. Every day, their ... Read More...

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