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KTC Music Report: Jackie Hill Perry, Joy Crookes & Sho Baraka make triumphant returns
We were all ears.
Kick The Concrete
Sep 19, 20256 min read
How "Songs From the Hole" offers hope and healing from depths of prison
The Netflix film and accompanying EP tell the story of James "JJ'88" Jacobs and his journey of redemption in a broken system.
Kick The Concrete
Aug 22, 20256 min read
KTC Music Report: AmirSaysNothing releases thoughtful "We Are Who We Say We Are," JID drops highly-anticipated "God Don't Love Ugly"
Did you catch all the sports stars JID name dropped?
Kick The Concrete
Aug 8, 20253 min read
Master Collaborator: Tyler, The Creator’s Top 5 Fashion Collaborations
He even created a Louis Vuitton chess set!
Kick The Concrete
Jul 30, 20254 min read
KTC Music Report: Ace Hood makes soulful return, AmirSaysNothing shares synthy single
Plus albums from At'Eaze and Jim Legxacy.
Kick The Concrete
Jul 18, 20253 min read
F1 British Grand Prix Drip Check: Fernando Alonso looked fresh, Lando Norris shined bright
And Raye looked stunning!
Kick The Concrete
Jul 8, 20253 min read
See Visa Cash App Racing Bulls' awesome Slawn livery for British Grand Prix
Tens across the board.
Kick The Concrete
Jul 1, 20251 min read
Best Albums of 2025 So Far
Who has our ears so far this year?
Kick The Concrete
Jun 20, 20255 min read
KTC Music Report: Little Simz brings raw authenticity on "Lotus," Childlike CiCi and Flau'jae offer powerful reflections
Childlike CiCi and Flau'jae also bring something powerful.
Kick The Concrete
Jun 6, 20253 min read
KTC Music Report: Xzibit claims new territory with "Kingmaker," Joy Crookes challenges beauty standards in "Carmen"
Is boombap your love language?
Kick The Concrete
May 16, 20254 min read
Hero to Kingmaker: Catching up with Tre Capital
Staring at the mirror seeing the image of a king.
Kick The Concrete
May 15, 20255 min read
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
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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
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