The Krewe of Zulu is a predominately African American fraternal organization known for their iconic Zulu parade during Mardi Gras. Grass skirts, and coconuts are what make us think of Zulu, but there has been a storm of controversy surrounding their use of black face. (Although they don’t call it that) Many social activists are […] More
By the time Da Next Level was released on February 16, 1999, Corey “Mr. Serv-On” Smith was a highly decorated veteran in the No Limit Army. Having enlisted in 1994, he was among the first wave of artists signed to the legendary New Orleans label that was actually from the Big Easy. No Limit CEO […] More
NEW ORLEANS (NGZ) – Louisiana State Troopers arrested 12 people in connection with last year’s Mardi Gras ride out. They have also issued 60 warrants for people using dirt bikes, ATVs, and motorcycles rode illegally. The ride out took place on Mardi Gras last year, and cause confusion around I-10 west on Orleans Avenue. There […] More
Looks like Mystikal is enjoying his day so far. His lawyers managed to get his bond together, and he was released earlier today. Mystikal’s attorneys said they were able to put together the $3 million needed for his release through an advance on a new recording deal, plus donations from friends and family. Who do […] More
BROWN BEAT – “The bus don’t run off gas, it runs off ass” Whether you are from New Orleans or visiting, you have probably heard and seen the big purple bounce bus bumpin to Jubilee’s “Get Ready, Ready” down Canal Street. But who is the mastermind behind the start of another New Orleans tradition? Check […] More
GO DJ – 2006 – New Orleans, Louisiana Just recently, we boasted about the creative mind of New Orleans visual artist Brandan “B-mike” Odums. Today, we’re doing the same. Except this time, we’re looking at him on the other side of the camera; as the director. And the spotlight is on New orleans artist, Lil […] More
No Limit Records was notorious for its mass-marketing genius and innovative promotional tools. As good as the music was, fans were just as excited to open the album booklets to see what new soldiers’ albums were “coming soon.” With Pen & Pixel producing the label’s gaudy covers, it wasn’t uncommon to buy a Mystikal album, […] More
Jesseca Dupart loves doing things big! We look forward to her projects because they are creative, engaging, and meaningful! She is definitely pioneering a new kind of content marketing that will be common knowledge in the next few years. A few minutes ago via her instagram account she dropped the trailer for her new Chopped […] More
**Author’s Note: This album was re-released in 1999 as a B.G. solo album. While B.G. appears on every song (with Lil Wayne only appearing on 3 of the album’s 8 tracks), this was not a formal solo release. It’s important, for historical purposes, to view this project as it was originally created.** New Orleans’ hip […] More
Lil Soulja Slim is back at it with a new visual directed by Dope Media Dex. We’re excited about this video because we haven’t seen a drop from Lil Soulja since his Streets Cold splash. 2019 is looking to be a really productive music year especially for New Orleans. There are a few heavyweights brewing in the New Orleans music scene, and this extends past hip hop. New Orleans has a plethora of talent that we will be covering more of as the year proceeds. In the meantime check […] More