PinnedMatthew SpenceinThe RiffJohn Mayer: Hip-Hop’s Honorary Guitarist“New Respect for John, he’s extremely gifted. His versatility is phenomenal, he’s a master. I don’t even think he even knows how good he…7 min read·Feb 24, 2021--2--2
Matthew SpenceinThe RiffWhen They’re Gone: Fake Love or Paying Respect?Is it “fake” for people to become fans after an artists death?6 min read·Apr 15, 2021----
Matthew SpenceinThe RiffNational Recording Registry: Hip-Hop’s Future Entrees (Hopefully)What are some accolades that you can get as an artist? A Grammy, VMA, Rock N’ Roll Hall Of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame, many awards and…6 min read·Mar 31, 2021--3--3
Matthew SpenceinThe RiffBeastie Boys: Three MCs and Their SongwritingTaking a Look at the legendary groups songwriting and what makes common factor makes up a song of theirs.8 min read·Mar 23, 2021----
Matthew SpenceDead End Hip-Hop: No Politics as UsualYoutube is the wild wild west for reviews (well it’s the wild wild west for content in general), anyone and everyone can get on and upload…8 min read·Feb 21, 2021--1--1
Matthew SpenceExploring Kanye Wests “Lights” SongsBeing one of the meticulous artists of all time, Kanye West has cranked out one of the most critically praised discographies of recent…9 min read·Feb 5, 2021--1--1
Matthew SpenceMaking Kanye’s Greatest HitsKanye West: Louis Vuitton Don, Yeezus, and now the proud leader of the Jesus Gang. Now, there’s no reason to beat around the bush and be…7 min read·Jan 26, 2021----
Matthew SpenceWhole Lotta Red: Carti’s “Big Day” Gone Wrong2020, I’m not the first nor gonna be the last person to mention this in an article so short and sweet: it was an awful year that we wish…10 min read·Jan 9, 2021----
