The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame just released its list of nominees for 2022, and this year’s group tops out at a healthy seventeen artists (two more than the Hall’s standard count of fifteen). Some names are surprisingly not already in there, like Duran Duran and the New York Dolls. Others may not squarely fit […]

It’s a great day to throw “The Tribe” in the vault. Still can’t believe that the boy Phife is gone. To me, ATCQ is the best rap group/duo we ever had. Big shout out to Outkast, EPMD, Mobb Deep or Run-DMC. Let’s enjoy “Bonita Applebum” and “Oh My God” with Bussa Bus… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OIah18jcJko https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6oO-1iWc1c

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The 59th Annual Grammy Awards gave artists the opportunity to use their performances, and acceptance speeches, to speak passionately about what matters most to them. When A Tribe Called Quest took the stage they continued that trend, speaking out against racism and President Donald Trump. Following an emotional tribute to the late Phife Dawg, the iconic rap group committed […]

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Bold, clear and unapologetic, the talent in the list are champions in upholding the legacy of Black excellence.

Yeah baby…..!!! I’m super excited about this new Tribe Called Quest album that’s coming out this Friday. I’m soooo tired of music right now and this is the best medicine for my “headache“. It’s gonna be a sad moment knowing that Phife won’t be here to enjoy the fruits of his labor. let’s rep for […]

Dave Chappelle has got social media buzzin’ right about now. For the fans of Dave Chappelle are rejoicing over the fact that he has been tapped to host ‘Saturday Night Live‘ on November 12th. This is the same night that ‘A Tribe Called Quest’ will be performing. Let’s take a trip down Memory Lane with […]

18 years after The Love Movement was released, A Tribe Called Quest is finally reuniting to release its final album. The iconic Queens rap group announced the new project with a handwritten note penned in black and gold marker by Q-Tip. The album is due on November 11. https://twitter.com/ATCQ/status/791813869047996416?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw According to the letter, the group was inspired to get back into […]

  Marking the 25th anniversary of the timeless Hip Hop classic “Low End Theory” A Tribe Called Quest have been honored in their hometown with a mural depicting the iconic album cover. The mural is located in Queen where the video was shot for “Check The Rhyme”.  

As this good news is surfacing, July 31 also marked the 20-year anniversary of Tribe's album Beats, Rhymes & Life.

In light of the passing of the legendary Phife Dog, founding member of A Tribe Called Quest, Headkrack points out one very significant thing we should take away from his untimely passing. Check out the player above to hear explain more in this exclusive video edition of the Hip-Hop Spot. Sign Up For Our Newsletter![sailthru_widgetfields=”email” sailthru_list=”Rickey Smiley Subscribers”] Click on the audio player below […]