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Lord of Da Underground

Photo of Harry OO (left) and Harry Jr. by Leon Laing.

We posted our first story of Harry Colon (aka Harry OO) two years ago, which was before vigoronline.com’s relaunch. The independent record store proprietor continues to support local music today, so we decided to repost that story. On July 30, Colon will host a meet and greet/casting call for celebrity rapper Persia. And he just dropped his Stop & Listen mixtape, a compilation of Central Pa.’s finest artists. Continue reading ‘Lord of Da Underground’

Sk8-Hi by Vans


These Sk8-Hi by Vans aren’t new—but classics stay en vogue. These will go well with a pair of shorts this summer.

Artwork for ‘Power’


The outspoken Kanye West took a hiatus after the Taylor Swift debacle. Now the Muhammad Ali of rap is back with his new single “Power.” The cover art for “Power”  reflects Kanye’s frankness. Artist George Condo, who Ye featured on his website, painted the cover art. Like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ye continues to fuse art with urban music.

Cream in the lab


Local MC Young Cream spits bars at Professional Sound Recording Studio. The studio is located at 313 Market St. in Harrisburg.

Jay Elec, Curren$y and Mos


What a coincidence? I was just talkin’ about Jay Electronica, Curren$y, and Mos Def this weekend. Now these three rhyme spitters just collaborated for the song “The Day.” Continue reading ‘Jay Elec, Curren$y and Mos’

Lil’ Cease in Lancaster

Photo of Lil' Cease in Lancaster by Mike Sutherland.

Here’s a vigoronline.com flashback: In this video, Lil’ Cease pays homage to his late friend Biggie at the Conestoga Restaurant & Bar in Lancaster. Cease is a rapper/member of the Biggie-founded Junior M.A.F.I.A.

Two elements of hip-hop


B-boying and DJing
In the video, dancer Tory Summerford and the legendary DJ Smitty help to preserve hip-hop in Central Pa.

Remembering Michael


Today marks the one-year anniversary of Michael Jackson’s death. Michael’s timeless music catalog from the 70’s was enough to make him a child prodigy. But this unforgettable performance propelled him beyond the stars.

Upcoming Events

DJs E Stacks (left) and Akio show their bling. Photo by Leon Laing.

Local promoter Showlove is back at it. He’ll hold another Shadyville party at Harrisburg’s Privado on July 11. Video vixen Ashley Logan will host. Speaking of models, catch the 2010 Top Model Cruise on June 26. Last but not least, our concert listing includes A-listers Diddy and more.  Continue reading ‘Upcoming Events’

The Black Keys ‘Tighten Up’


Dame Dash, a hip-hop guru-turned bohemian, co-signed these dudes. I’m diggin’ this witty video.


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