{"author_name":"Mick Unplugged","author_url":"https://art19.com/shows/mick-unplugged/episodes/1188bf65-3dac-4d08-928f-465ae36125f3","description":"<p>Mick Hunt engages in a profound conversation with Tandy Weems, a pivotal figure in hip-hop. They delve into the roots and evolution of hip-hop, its cultural significance, and the importance of staying true to its essence. Tandy emphasizes the need for reeducation about the true nature of hip-hop beyond just music. She discusses her role in shaping the industry and her initiative to start the World Hip Hop Awards to honor authentic hip-hop talent globally.</p><p>The episode is filled with insights on maintaining integrity and excellence in an ever-changing industry.</p><p><strong>Tandy Weems' Background:</strong> Over 25 years in the industry, worked with icons like Notorious B.I.G., Wu-Tang, Mary J. Blige, Method Man, Redman, and Mike Tyson.</p><p><strong>Defining Moments:</strong> Tandy Weems shares her journey in the hip-hop world and her experiences working with major artists.</p><p><br><strong>Discussion Topics:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>The essence and culture of hip hop.</li>\n<li>Importance of authenticity and knowledge in hip hop.</li>\n<li>The negative impact of commercialization on hip-hop culture.</li>\n<li>Tandy Weems' vision for the World Hip Hop Awards.</li>\n<li>Strategies for maintaining relevance and authenticity in the industry.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Key Quotes:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\"Hip hop is not just a music genre. It's a culture.\"</li>\n<li>\"We created a worldwide billion-dollar industry without a dime.\"</li>\n<li>\"The most important element of hip hop is knowledge.\"</li>\n<li>\"If your music or your art doesn't possess knowledge, it's not hip hop.\"</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Next Steps:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>\n<strong>Visit:</strong> <a href=\"https://chat.openai.com/c/www.worldhiphopawards.com\" target=\"_blank\">World Hip Hop Awards</a> for more information.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Support:</strong> Help fund the World Hip Hop Awards and promote authentic hip hop culture.</li>\n<li>\n<strong>Engage:</strong> Share and discuss the episode using #MickUnplugged and #AuthenticHipHop.</li>\n</ul> <strong> <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/mickunplugged\" target=\"_blank\">★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★</a> </strong><p>See <a href=\"https://omnystudio.com/listener\" target=\"_blank\">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href=\"https://megaphone.fm/adchoices\" target=\"_blank\">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a></p>","html":"<iframe src=\"https://art19.com/shows/mick-unplugged/episodes/1188bf65-3dac-4d08-928f-465ae36125f3/embed\" style=\"width: 720px; height: 200px; border: 0 none;\" width=\"720\" height=\"200\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"></iframe>","provider_name":"ART19","provider_url":"https://art19.com","title":"Tandy Weems | - Lesson Learned By Being a A Trailblazer in Hip-Hop - Mick Unplugged [Ep 7]","type":"rich","version":"1.0","width":720,"height":200}