Music Bull City Royalty and Who's Next In Line What Sylvan Esso’s mini-festival could mean for the future of Durham's music scene.
Music Reunion at Rubies for Raund Haus 6th Anniversary The 6th anniversary party felt more like family reunion after two years of isolation. We needed this.
The Buddy Ruski Show Accordions, Spurs, That Old Fart Bruce Springsteen, and Political Apathy-Turned-Activism with Jason Kutchma | The Buddy Ruski Show (Ep. 23) On episode 23 of the Buddy Ruski Show, I had the pleasure of speaking with musician Jason Kutchma.
Trauma, Aliases, and the Gift of Gab with Lord Fess | The Buddy Ruski Show (Ep. 22) Rapper and entrepreneur Lord Fess stopped by The Buddy Ruski Show to chat about his career, 2012-era Durham, and how early childhood traumas inspired his music.
The Joys of Friendship, the Rhythms of Comedy, and the Pressures of Success with Josh Harmon | The Buddy Ruski Show (Ep. 21) On episode 21 of The Buddy Ruski Show, Justin interviews comedian, musician and writer Josh Harmon.
SNDTRK Volume 13: Sampling This volume is all about the art of sampling featuring production from DJ Premier, Kanye West, Future, and GZA.
SNDTRK Volume 12 Keep Calm and Stay Home. Here’s SNDTRK Vol. 12 featuring BOYCOLD, Evinha, and VHOOR.
Music Music For Thought Am I saying that extended exposure to Migos can cause diabetes? Scientifically? The results are unclear.
SNDTRK Volume 11 SNDTRK is back in your lives. Enjoy volume 11 featuring Night Moves, Pretty Lights and MF DOOM.
The Pressure for Likes and How They Impact Our Experiences Social media posts make for great mementos but don’t live the moment through your camera lens.
Colonizing the Moon and WhoSampled Fanboys with Cameron Barnard (FootRocket) | The Buddy Ruski Show (Ep. 11) On episode 11 of The Buddy Ruski Show, Justin interviews DJ and musician Cameron Barnard, aka FootRocket.
Everyday Struggle: The Colossal Failings Of Hip-Hop Media In 2018, can the hip-hop landscape find a true journalistic outlet? Does it even want to?