Articles and Commentaries
Rap: Just Say No
"Don’t get me wrong: the beats are awesome, and it’s a talent to speak so smoothly, I just hate the words."
By Lisa Aultman
Musical Obsessions
"Many people go from their house with their CD players on to their satellite radios in their cars to their ipods at school or work."
By Erik Belgum
'It’s Like That'
Mariah Carey, one of the best-selling female artists of all time, is set to release her highly anticipated album, The Emancipation of Mimi on April 12th, 2005. Listen to her new single, "It' s Like That" - a top 20 hit on the Rhythm chart and this week's Hot Shot Debut on the Billboard Hot 100.
'New York'
Hip-hop artist Ja Rule is back on the scene with his latest album R.U.L.E., which is scheduled to release November 9, 2004. On this new album, Ja Rule collaborates with various artists such as R. Kelly, Fat Joe and Ashanti. Watch a video of his latest single off the new album titled, 'New York' (featuring Jadakiss and Fat Joe).
'Tempted To Touch'
Spearheaded by 'Tempted To Touch,' the lead-off single featured on the After The Sunset soundtrack, Rupee joins the eruption of innovative urban-influenced Caribbean artists who are changing the face of music worldwide. Watch a video of Rupee's single, 'Tempted to Touch.'
'Mutha Mutha'
Xzibit is coming out with a new and different album called Weapons of Mass Destruction. Xzibit says, "my music is always evolving, always changing. If you're a good artist that's what you're gonna do and I feel I did that on Weapons of Mass Destruction." Listen to the first single, 'Mutha Mutha.'
Listen or watch a video of his official single, 'Hey Now' (Mean Muggin’).
'Where Were You?'
"As Urban Mystic himself puts it, "I love being able to express myself; when I perform, I forget I'm on stage. I just close my eyes and get in the zone."
Watch the video for his debut single off the album, Ghetto Revelations, called 'Where Were You?'."
'Only U'
"R&B diva Ashanti is releasing yet another new album December 14th entitled Concrete Rose. On this third album, Ashanti is sure to bring something new and fresh to the table. Listen to her first single off Concrete Rose titled 'Only U'."
The Art of Scratching
"A lot of people still don’t understand what it is."
By Mike Gadd
'Children of the Ghetto'
" R&B Diva Mary J. Blige, hailed as one of the best, is set to
release a DVD entitled Live from Los Angeles that is said to have a legendary
performance that will stand the test of time. Watch the live performance of
“Children of the Ghetto” from her DVD."
'Better & Better'
Daughter of the late, great Donny Hathaway is back with her 3rd album Outrun the Sky. “This album is really about coming into my own, becoming a woman, and figuring out how to most gracefully maneuver through the joys as well as the disappointments of life,” Lalah states. Listen to her first single 'Better and Better'.
'Lately'
In the years since my last album was released, I’ve been through some extremely rough times. It’s all right here - my everyday struggles have become my album. - Jon B
Listen to the first single off the album Stronger Everyday, 'Lately'.
Nellie McKay
Youth Radio's Mike McKenna interviews 19 year-old singer-songwriter Nellie McKay, who blends jazz, rap, blues, Latin, and rock in her music. They spoke about her debut album, Get Away From Me, her style of music, and her thoughts on this year's elections and how that has influenced her songs.
‘Gotta Roll’
Listen to 4Mula1's debut single, 'Gotta Roll,' off their album Let’s Get It.
'Harder'
Listen to Wylde Bunch's newest joint off the album Wylde Tymes at Washington High.
'Wonderful'
Ja Rule is set to release a new album November 9, 2004 under Inc. Records called R.U.L.E. For his first single off the new album, Ja Rule collaborated with R. Kelly and Ashanti to produce 'Wonderful.'
‘Pick Your Poison’
Listen to VACO's (Virginia Coalition) latest single off their album Ok To Go, ‘Pick Your Poison’.
'Let Me Be Your Angel'
Listen to Tiffany Evans' single off her self-titled album.
'Where Were You?'
Listen to Urban Mystic's first single off his album Ghetto Desperado, 'Where Were You?'
‘Hey Young Girl’
Watch Lloyd's video for his latest single, ‘Hey Young Girl’, from the Southside album.
Autobiography: Ashlee Simpson
"If you like artists like Pink, Avril Lavigne, and FeFe Dobson you’ll surely love this newcomer."
By Bianca Butler
‘Sunshine’
Lil' Flip's second single off his latest album, U Gotta Feel Me, is 'Sunshine' (featuring Lea). He admits this song "is a little different from what people have heard from me. I wanted a smooth track for the ladies this time." Watch this video, and weigh in on what you think about his smooth change on our message board.
Angie's Stone Love
"With the release of Stone Love, I think Angie has proven to everybody how much she has matured since the release of her first two albums."
By Simon Hadley
‘Southside’ Remix
Watch Lloyd's latest video, 'Southside' Remix (featuring Ashanti and Scarface).
'Play Your Flutes'
Watch Goodie Mob's latest video, 'Play Your Flutes'.
Together They're Heavy
Youth Radio's Nzinga Moore sat backstage with Polyphonic Spree members, Mark Pirro (Bass), Jesse Hester (Piano) and Toby Halbrooks (Theremin), to discuss the band, their independent projects and the meaning behind the robes.
Together They're Heavy
Youth Radio's Nzinga Moore sat backstage with Polyphonic Spree members, Mark Pirro (Bass), Jesse Hester (Piano) and Toby Halbrooks (Theremin), to discuss the band, their independent projects and the meaning behind the robes.
The Curse of Blondie
"Blondie is among the few that truly ruled the world with their beloved music."
By Musa Aziz
The Brits
"Are there any decent British rock bands that are accessible to a wide audience, sound good, and don’t make anyone feel like crap?"
By Sol Schonfield
No Doubt Greatest Hits
"Whether it’s love, tragedy, fun, or lessons to be learned, this band has some of the best beats and lyrics."
By Musa Aziz
46th Annual GRAMMY Awards
Who to Watch This Year
By Greg Willis
Hip Hop Radio
"I should be able to go to the radio and hear something that I can relate and relax to."
By Lauren Blassingame
Milkshake
"It's not just an icecream drink"
By Sanovia Jackson and Nora Harrington
Downloading Music
"I don’t have any disposable income to pay for the suit if I get
caught."
By Alyssa Wagner
West Coast Rap
"The media’s attention is always focusing on the violence in hip hop."
By Hyter Runnels III
Rap Image
"We have the best lyrics ever."
By Kalid Mohammed
Joan Armatrading
Youth Radio gets into the mind of a musical veteran
By Nzinga Moore
Rap Music
"Most adults see a rap artist and put him or her on a pedestal."
By Calvin Haynes
Punk Rock Groupies
"I’m not saying that they should be completely
banned from these concerts."
By Denise Chu
Mogwai Is the Definition of Rock
By Anna Krish
What is Punk?
"Most people who call themselves punk just listen to a certain
type of music and dress the part."
By Denise Chu
T in the Park Festival
By Greg Willis
Street Teams
"We’re the ones doing the footwork behind the plan."
By Chris Riggins
Rap Music
"It’s our way of expressing ourselves, but sometimes I think
it goes to far."
By Sanovia Jackson
Monica and Her Latest Album
DeSean's reviews Monica's latest album.
Yo La Tengo
Phil Herrick asks bassist James McNew 13 questions.
Army of Freshmen
The band that's going to conquer you this summer.
By Denise Chu
Mountain Brothers
Triple Crown CD Review
By Chase Altieri
BFD
"This was the must-see concert of the summer."
By Denise Chu
Downloading Attorneys
"Most of the people I know download music and files frequently."
By Greg Willis
DJ Rhettmatic
20 years and still going strong.
By Chase Altieri
Cat Power
Youth Radio spends time in a closet with singer Chan Marshall.
By Phil Herrick
American Idol
Youth Radio presents its own uh, contestants.
By Ursula Mehl, Greg Willis, DeSean Robinson Walker, and Krystle Martin
The Realist Killaz
"We love to hear about 50 Cent’s hard past... and the press
knows this and feeds us violence by the bowlful."
By Sophie Linnett
Radio Clones
Josh Clemmons on how corporations killed local radio.
White Stripes
"Elephant has that special something about it that is
both sentimental and oozing with adrenaline."
By Angelica Carapia
MP3 Battle
"The music industry is not just fighting a few Internet pirates,
they are fighting against the momentum of the digital age."
By Phil Herrick
Music Standoff
"Watch out everyone! The labels may be right around the corner
waiting for you."
By Danny Lannon
Turn on the Bright Lights
Image is nothing. Or is it? Phil Herrick on NYC's Interpol and image.
In Defense of Michael
"I don’t think Michael Jackson is a child molester."
By Kenisha Bogans
Why We Love Bass
"We like the cars that go boom…"
By Andrew Howe
Marching Band
"I let my inner spirit go."
By Thanh Vu
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