Rakim has announced a new financial technology and AI-powered platform called Notes, which merges music, money and knowledge together.

Rakim and his longtime partner Divine have launched a new AI-powered fintech platform Notes, aimed at empowering creatives. Written by D.L. Chandler Published on January 28, 2025 ...

New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club announces an important run of Talib Kweli shows alongside heavily-sampled jazz pioneer Bob James.

Rakim Allah, legendary as half of Eric B. & Rakim, was born William Michael Griffin Jr. on Long Island, ... “She even sang at The Apollo on amateur night,” he proudly notes.

Eric Barrier—half of the legendary hip-hop duo Eric B. & Rakim—had just learned they were nominated for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame when he picked up the phone for this interview.

Talib Kweli is set to take New York City’s Blue Note stage with Bob James and a few special guests. Kweli, 47, will be joined by Hip-Hop royalty in DMC, Slick Rick, and Rakim, as they put on a ...