Byron Hurt interview on "Hip Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes"

[wyz1]

awesome questions and reflections, thanks you both! peace&love

[Shawnla77]

he keep skipping over the real problem the women at def jam records said after 1994 is when you can see the start of gangster rap being on the front line of hip hop also the fact that when a raper say he will like to rap different things the people they work for till them not to or they will not get played just look at young jeezy as soon as he put out just three some what conscious songs they have not put out his new album for almost 4 years so he put out undergrand tapes im just saying.

[Azureindigo]

Thank you for your willingness to broach the tough issues. The problem is that the existence of racism in the past is still affecting our lives today and so there is no way to forget. And so glad to hear the name Marlon Riggs.

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[suckittwins]

@ 17:56 it's funny watching this now, when obama's presidency has just brought to light how insanely racist some people are

[IAMZakiya]

I am so happy he made this film I am writing a paper on the issues with HIP HOP I am a communications major and the film was so helpful and enlightened me so much. I am so thankful for the activist that we have that are really trying to make a difference in the Black Community.

[blckman911]

@IAMZakiya Hey, I am actually teaching a hip hop class in a charter school. I am going to make a good impact on the kids

[MrJacksonvill]

I wish to had gone through this program when I was growing up..

[Ibadnabad]

I am currently enrolled in a Sociology of Racism and Ethnicity course at Towson University. I am writing a paper about how Hip Hop culture and Rap music affects so-called African identity and culture in general. I watched your interview and learned some ideas that I can use in my research paper. This is a very relevant and informative video.

[RevolutionaryFather]

The truth is Plain. I luv it, expose the ignorance we uphold & support daily. We gotta stop defending this Shit Hop movement of the last 15yrs. p.s. turn off B.E.T. especialy in front of our children. hotep!!!

[ComradeSephiroth]

The ultimate question we need to be asking about hip-hop today is "Why do the worst get on top?" Because it seems that the more popular a rapper is, the less wholesome the message.

[theholyhiphophour]

Great interview!

[filmtress]

Good Brother this one. We need him around until we work this 'thing' out.  Good Interview. Thanks MarkMolarlo you picked a good one to tap inside his brain.

[filmtress]

20:11, on race: I agree. It's really whites that are afraid to talk about race. We (blacks WANT to move on) many of us have. However, the scab becomes a fresh sore again because whites haven't agreed to acknowledge or even try to remedy the situation. My answer to them (whites) is to allow us (African-Americans) to 'heal' the way we know best to without the 'backlash' whites love to dish out. If we claim the beauty & attributes of our skin color...DON'T SAY WERE BEING SUPREMISTS OR RACIST!

[nedenstation]

@filmtress i don't have any problem with blacks, i play ball and there's black player in my team, and he lives near me, so we go together to the gym, court & etc. another thing is, blacks call whites however they want when talking about color of people and it's all good from blacks perspective to diss whites, but to whites ain't such a word to describe blacks, it seems like, if i say word black to black guy, he probably will be like "fuck you, wigga, you're fuckin racist, fuckin pig".

[filmtress]

@ nedenstation, there's this white couple who lives next to me.  During the football game he's screaming to the top of his lungs. This goes on for two hours. I'm at my computer and can't work. It's so loud that he sounds as if he's in my living room. I thnk about leaving. As the game progresses his starts to stomp on the floor and bang the walls. By then I've had it, I go knock on the door, he answers (with glassy eyes) I tell him. He saids I'm sorry but the game is almost over...(hahah)

[filmtress]

I laugh to myself now because he didn't but rather "the game is almost over" As if you say: You only have to put up with me for a little while longer. (haha). Anyway, I tried again. I told him the screaming is irritating enough but the banging I just can't take. (I think he got it) He said he's stop banging. He did. My point is: There is a priviledge and assumption that white enjoy that helps to impress upon blacks that whites have a world that we will NEVER KNOW.

[filmtress]

You having a black guy you play ball with is NOT your right to 'use any language you want with him. Fact is, you are advantaged in a racist society. Now you may not be racist but the racist society serves YOU! It lays it's red carpet out for you to potentially walk on through life. There is NO black person with that potential. Even the most rich black person will be held under the scope until his money, clout, or cardblanche can be verified because his/her black skin will set the alarm off!

[filmtress]

Racism in deeply ingrained in whites/non-blacks consciousness. I'm a black woman. I am the least threatening to anyone. Still I daily witness whites/non whites double back to turn on their car alarms, pull their children close, or lock their doors. I think WHAT THE HELL? I bet I'm more afraid of them then they are of me! Blacks don't have the an extensive history of murdering, lynching or cutting off limbs of whites. We don't burn crosses in anyones front lawn! Whites need to check themsleves.

[godruleme007]

can someone tell me whats the name of the song at 1:00

[MrOliboy]

u should recognize the rapper that rap against sexual abuse crime political crisis,humanity...and ttou should recognize bonethugs n harmony that is i kind of rapper i listen to...

[steadystevie]

Yes, the leadership starts from within, people have to be ready to grow. On a national level, The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan is truly addressing this issue. Most people don't really know him, and have not taken the time to listen to him...and there is a reason why you may think ill of him, but when you are ready to really face root issues, he is on the money!

[uknowo]

It's a Catch 20-2-

Cause with Super masculinity There's Both a Defense and Acceptance- a barrier- that you need living day to day as a black male- who lives attached to their community and greater society - Cause The Crabs in the Bucket come a clawing.

But in Being a Super Male You also send invitation and attract people to test you even more.

But if you change PEOPLE a gradual change can come-

[fjones1914]

Looked for the video on PBS's site and its going for $150!!!!

[masonhosey]

I really like this guy, but I think it is difficult to be progressive and dwell on the past at the same time. I think educating young black men about history is great, but if you don't have any solutions, then you're just complaining and justifying unsocial behavior.

[aliakazhotmailcom]

he's not complaining, he's raising awareness. figuring out the causes and the roots of the problem is already half of the solution.

[SMoldie]

aliakazhotmailcom it always astonishes me when people brush away the power of historical knowledge and more importantly pride in your place within the framework of world history. So few black men are given the tools to self awareness and true pride in self. (I applaud the filmaker for telling his trutth within the hip hop construct).

[Chadsshorty]

seen it yesterday! lets chat

ANY GUYS UP? Bf

[SMoldie]

I loved the interview , better late than never. Its so rare to see a an interview with a black artist, in which interviewer and interviewee are intelligent and willing and able to discuss an issue of substance. I would agree the black male construct is trapped in macho bubble, created by both themselves an increasingly manipulative corporate machine, a the heart of rap music.

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[novembertalespinner]

This is a great interview and I like the fact that Byron is able to answer questions in depth. This is my first viewing of The Alcove and it certainly won't be my last.

[luvgoldfrapp]

I love the internet but I'm also a big TV addict. Would be lovely to watch that show on a large audience TV network. The Alcove has the Groove!

[SimonHHH]

These Alcove interviews are fantastic!

[YoungAK22]

The brother made very solid points in the documentary, however that doesn't include all of hip-hop, the hip-hop that is dumbed down and simplistic is the main-stream hip-hop, which includes Trap Muzik, Hood Hop, and the same ole bling- bling records. Overall the brother was very honest but there is various and numerous artist who emcee with substance.

[jorinde85]

He does mention one rap artist that he's listening too who uses different language doesn't he?

[SeriusJade]

Yes. There ARE numerous artist who emcee w/ substance. Unfortunately, the MAJORITY of what is played in clubs & on the radio are NOT those artists. Did you know they won't even play Nas' music on Clear Channel?! I think one of the main points this video's driving at is, the music that DOES have substance doesn't get NEARLY as much financial backing as that which does not. This is why our top 10 is usually bullshit artists that purchsed some tight-ass beats 2 jibber-jabber over. ex:Rick Ross

[orinocojones]

It's an odd idea, but I reckon a lot of social problems can be solved simply by having a nice view everyday... the places that are most violent, most aggressive etc look like shit... but there are lots of poor places with little to no violence that are beautiful... I can't think of any beautiful places that have lots of violence... and there are a lot of rich places with shit views where although violence isn't a huge issue, suicide and drug abuse is...

Maybe it's your vista that defines you?

[Whatevah24]

Nice points at 15:00

[Whatevah24]

GO BYRON HURT!!!

[gildamorozov]

really enjoyed it

[stavtoovin]

If this is the new, new media, I'm in. Incredible job by both Mark and Byron!

[TheMessageStupid]

and wait, he went to my college!! Northeastern! and now he lives in NJ!! i need to meet this guy!

[TheMessageStupid]

i came to realize the same things this guy did a few days ago.. this video couldnt have come at a better time for me.

[TheMessageStupid]

this is a fantastic video, im going to rent the movie imediately

[jazzydoll88]

Another fantastic interview by Mark Molaro! This conversation is so inspiring and gives me hope to see the US culture more tolerant, altruistic and fraternal! Thank you so much Byron, your work is amazing and a real social service! Peace man!

[RyRyVids]

Good interview. I Love the show. Keep up the good work.

[ParanoidMystic]

AWESOME!

[stevebremner]

What an outstanding and thoughtful interview. So refreshing.

[Calumson]

"Refreshing and enlightening" It is very much enjoyed, thank you.

[dugfriendly]

Great, thought provoking interview.

[bitRAKE]

Keep in mind the developmental process and the search for identity. Competition leads to differentiation. Having better models and valuing these role models will naturally lead to better selection. The abundance of mainstream media gives false value to very mediocre models. We need to find the heroes in our daily life - positive obtainable role models are all around us.

[cycimian]

I gave you five stars for you, But you need to give back this goverment not some bullshit gimic that Viney Venriar Said was back in the 70zz.