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Big Oomp Records: The Most Underrated Label in Atlanta Rap History

In the mid-1990s, Oomp Camp laid the foundation for Atlanta’s musical progression — Disturbing the Peace. Quality Control. Think It’s a Game. Grand Hustle. So So Def. These labels shaped the course of Atlanta hip-hop over the course of the last 20 years and gave us classic groups like Kris Kross or the Migos as well as artists like Ludacris and T.I. …

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Big Oomp Records: The Most Underrated Label in Atlanta Rap History
Big Oomp Records: The Most Underrated Label in Atlanta Rap History
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I’m Christian, But Fifteen Years Ago, I Graduated From a Muslim High School

What my time at the Mohammed Schools of Atlanta taught me to this day — It’s tough for some people to admit that they learn more from “outsiders’’ than from people in their various social groups. In these days and times, it is akin to treason to admit such a thing. But fifteen years later, I still use the lessons I learned while attending a…

Religion

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I’m Christian, But Fifteen Years Ago, I Graduated From a Muslim High School
I’m Christian, But Fifteen Years Ago, I Graduated From a Muslim High School
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“How Can Jesus Be God?”

What started out as a rhetorical question in middle school helped me to come into a better understanding of God — Finding the answers to some of life’s toughest questions serves as one of the human qualities we share. At an early age, we learn that there are some questions we just can’t find an appropriate answer for, and in those cases, we either accept them or question them. …

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“How Can Jesus Be God?”
“How Can Jesus Be God?”
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Issa Rae’s Insecure Ending is a Win for the Culture

Insecure has captured the attitude of black millennial culture for so long. It deserves its praise. — With all the noise surrounding us, entertainment remains one of the last refuges in our society. A well-crafted story can speak for major sections of society and in the black community, remains one of the few vehicles of change we have left. With Issa Rae’s show Insecure, she has done…

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Issa Rae’s Insecure Ending is a Win for the Culture
Issa Rae’s Insecure Ending is a Win for the Culture
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DC’s own ZayyDussé Has Lapped His Competition. This Time He’s Going for the Gold.

In the 2 years since he’s come on to the scene, Zayy’s patented R&B sound has caught fire. — Some people call it chance. Others call it destiny. Terms aside, when a person steps into their purpose, the only respectable thing to do is acknowledge the greatness that came from the moment. …

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DC’s own ZayyDussé Has Lapped His Competition. This Time He’s Going for the Gold.
DC’s own ZayyDussé Has Lapped His Competition. This Time He’s Going for the Gold.
Music

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Jun 24, 2022

Moving On

Good afternoon. Letting you all know that I will move my pieces to Substack from here on out. If you’d like to follow me, please visit my page at solomonhillfleet.substack.com and subscribe, like, and comment on my work there.

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May 6, 2022

Kevin Samuels’ Death Is Something We Should Reflect on and Learn From.

Death leaves a vacuum, and the saying goes nature hates a vacuum so it’s only a matter of time before someone fills the void. The death of self-help speaker Kevin Samuels yesterday is leaving a massive size hole in the black community and already creating division as people rationalize mourning…

Kevin Samuel

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Kevin Samuels’ Death Is Something We Should Reflect on and Learn From.
Kevin Samuels’ Death Is Something We Should Reflect on and Learn From.
Kevin Samuel

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May 4, 2022

Papi Da Connect is Using Music to Bridge the Gap Between the Life He Has and the Life He Deserves.

Adverse conditions can be a hurdle to success for many people and kindling for others. Papi Da Connect, also known as Capi Cu, has overcome more adversity than people see in a lifetime. His brief time on the streets of Brooklyn, New York, only added to his grief. Over the…

Music

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Papi Da Connect is Using Music to Bridge the Gap Between the Life He Has and the Life He Deserves.
Papi Da Connect is Using Music to Bridge the Gap Between the Life He Has and the Life He Deserves.
Music

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Apr 14, 2022

Ed Latimore’s Mined His Life for Gems and Enriched Himself and Others.

For the last ten years, Ed Latimore has been a positive force for change on the Internet. But his story’s bigger than the anecdotes he shares with us. — There’s a saying that suggests that wise people learn from the experiences and mistakes of others. But the truly adept people in this world, the ones who we admire and idolize, have a healthy blend of both wisdom and experience. Ed Latimore, a former professional heavyweight boxer and accomplished…

Self Improvement

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Ed Latimore’s Mined His Life for Gems and Enriched Himself and Others.
Ed Latimore’s Mined His Life for Gems and Enriched Himself and Others.
Self Improvement

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Apr 5, 2022

New Drip Legxnd Puts His Drip on Every Beat He Touches.

New Drip Legxnd is a wizard on the boards. Here’s his story. — Talent and timing make for success. Often people have one instead of both, which only breeds frustration. With Xzavior Williams, known by the producer name, New Drip Legxnd, his work ethic and business savvy helped him gain attention from influential producers and artists. He signed with Big Oomp Records in…

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New Drip Legxnd Puts His Drip on Every Beat He Touches.
New Drip Legxnd Puts His Drip on Every Beat He Touches.
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