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Cadillac Problems: Darren Waller expands into R&B with JRod, embraces life after football
Music continues to be a foundation for Darren Waller’s personal expression.
Victoria Hernandez
May 14, 20259 min read
2025 Met Gala celebrates Black culture with "Superfine" theme
Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and Pharrell led the charge.
Kick The Concrete
May 8, 202512 min read
Zacchae'us Paul combines church background and Caribbean rhythms on "Jazz Money"
The Atlanta-bred musician emphasizes the importance of community on his debut album.
Victoria Hernandez
Apr 16, 202517 min read
Double Up at Nipsey Hussle's Marathon Burger
The Marathon Continues.
Kick The Concrete
Apr 14, 20253 min read
KTC Music Report: Darren Waller drops banger "Top Play," Propaganda shows rap isn't a "Passion Project"
Whether you need something to smile and dance to or lock in with some grit, we got you.
Kick The Concrete
Apr 11, 20254 min read
Kick The Concrete
Apr 8, 20251 min read
Ten Toes Down: Creating "Tru 2 My Roots," a Certified Bay Anthem With Dee Dot Jones and the Oakland Roots
The story behind the soundtrack for the Oakland Roots' commitment to The Town.
Kick The Concrete
Mar 26, 20255 min read
Kick The Concrete's 2025 Big Dance Tournament: What is the best song by an athlete?
From the worlds of boxing, baseball, basketball, football, soccer and Formula 1.
Kick The Concrete
Mar 17, 20252 min read
Cardec Drums reflects on breaking ground in Latin music while being true to himself
El Gordito Lindo is all about having fun.
Victoria Hernandez
Feb 21, 202510 min read
5 Highlights from 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend: Sheryl Swoopes passes torch to A'ja Wilson, Damian Lillard's homecoming
NBA All-Star Weekend is so much more than a game.
Kick The Concrete
Feb 19, 20256 min read
KTC Music Report: Flau'jae tries her hand at R&B, AJ Tracey reunites with Jorja Smith for a bop
And P-Lo shares his love letter to The Bay for NBA All-Star Weekend.
Kick The Concrete
Feb 15, 20253 min read
1 Million people clamored to streets of Philadelphia for Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory parade
The love was in the air.
Kick The Concrete
Feb 15, 20253 min read
The Athlete's Foot celebrates New Orleans community during Super Bowl LIX festivities
Master P helped the company give back after the New Year's Day attack.
Victoria Hernandez
Feb 12, 20254 min read
Believe: How Stephen Sutton of Sweat 2 That Beat offers inspiration via his clothing brand ahead of Super Bowl LIX
Believe in yourself. Endure the fight. Achieve your goals. Transform your life.
Victoria Hernandez
Feb 6, 20256 min read
Let The Fun Begin! Check Out Super Bowl LIX Opening Night in New Orleans
Part media frenzy, part fan fest.
Kick The Concrete
Feb 4, 20251 min read
Albums We’re Looking Forward to in 2025: Central Cee, AmirSaysNothing have projects on the way
Which city will reign supreme?
Kick The Concrete
Jan 16, 20254 min read
KTC Music Report: Joy Crookes enlists Vince Staples for her triumphant return, Derek Minor offers hope
Plus a feel-good song from New Orleans-based group glbl wrmng.
Kick The Concrete
Jan 10, 20252 min read
Vinyl Valhalla is helping keep record sales alive and well
The Record Store Day community celebrates top artists and local music lovers.
Victoria Hernandez
Nov 23, 20244 min read
Watch: P-Lo unites Bay Area on "Players Holiday '25" ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend
The feel-good anthem we all need.
Kick The Concrete
Nov 13, 20242 min read
The Stars are Lining Up for ATM Danny
ATM Danny is living out his dreams with the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Kick The Concrete
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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