Kendrick Lamar

The Fall of Tekashi 6ix9ine

This week on The Breaks:

Confucius and Fresh discuss what the poor sales of Tekashi 6ix 9ine’s latest record, Tattletales, means for his career.
The hosts debate whether Jay-Z’s billionaire status is okay because of his place in the culture.
Confucius and Fresh talk about the intersection of hip-hop and branding, especially as it relates to Travis Scott’s partnership with McDonalds.
Fresh argues that the Drake Stimulus Package is not as important as everyone thinks it is in his Unpopular Opinion.
Confucius states that in order to grow together, people need to focus first on their own individual growth.

Be sure to Watch Summer Jam 2020 featuring performances by Mike Melinoe, J Soulja, Vintage Jay, TEDDYTHELEGACY & Chief Cleopatra.

You can watch Summer Jam 2020 Thursday, September 17th at 7pm on KUTX.org

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This week on The Breaks, Confucius and Fresh

Touch on their memories of past Juneteenth celebrations and talk about what this year’s event might look like.
Discuss the criticism surrounding J.Cole’s new song ” Snow on Da Bluff” and the way he appears police the tone used by a Black woman activist (presumably Noname).
Talk about the Black Austin Matters mural and explain why grand public gestures can not replace policy addressing systemic racism.
Explore why Black Austin Artists are no longer willing to stay silent about systemic racism in the Austin Music Scene.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh argues that fans do appreciate Kendrick Lamar and are ready for his next album.
In his Confucius Says, Confucius discusses the integral role of Black women in the struggle for Black liberation.
This week’s local song of the week is “RED” by MALIK.

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This week on The Breaks, Fresh and Confucius:

Talk about the successful battle between Teddy Riley vs Babyface and a potential battle between Dr. Dre and Diddy.
Discuss the recent conflict between French Montana and Young Thug over Montana’s comments about Kendrick Lamar.
Touch on the lasting impact of Friday on its 25 anniversary.
In his Unpopular Opinion, Fresh defends Drake’s first album Thank Me Later.
In his Confucius Says segment Confucius explains how love is not always enough to get us though the hard times.
This week’s local song of the week is “Happy Hour” by Mélat.

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