Billy Porter is receiving backlash for greeting U.S. President Joe Biden with a kiss on the hand at the White House’s early Juneteenth Holiday celebration and concert on Monday. The holiday celebration, hosted by Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, included singers Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle and rapper Doug E. Fresh. Porter, a Tony, Grammy and Emmy nominee, sat in the front row, beside Harris’ husband, Douglas Emhoff. The Pose star reached over Harris and Emhoff to kiss Biden’s han

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Welcome to another episode of Dirty30 Podcast! In this episode, we dive into a thought-provoking discussion sparked by Illa J's recent statement: Kanye West might not have reached his current level of fame if J Dilla were still alive. Illa J also challenges Kanye's role, stating that Kanye is more of a beatmaker than a producer because he relies on multiple composers and instrumentalists for his tracks. We explore the impact J Dilla had on the hip-hop landscape, his revolutionary production techniques, and how his untimely passing may have influenced the careers of other artists, including Kanye West. Additionally, we delve into the crucial distinction between beatmakers and producers, and what it truly means to be a producer in the music industry. Join us as we unpack the legacy of J Dilla, the evolution of Kanye West's artistry, and the profound "what if" scenario that has the hip-hop community buzzing. Tune in for in-depth discussions, exclusive insights, and more on Dirty30 Podcast! #IllaJ #KanyeWest #JDilla #HipHopLegend #HipHopCulture #ProducerLegends #BeatmakerVsProducer #MusicHistory #Dirty30Podcast #RapMusic #MusicDiscussion #HipHopNews #KanyeVsDilla #HipHopDebate #Podcast #RapIcons #LegendaryProducers #MusicLegacy #HipHopEvolution #RapCulture #MusicPodcast

Welcome to another episode of Dirty30 Podcast! In this episode, we dive into three groundbreaking topics that have the hip-hop world buzzing. Rakim, the God MC, is back with a self-produced album that's set to redefine the game. We break down the tracks, the production, and the lyrical genius that Rakim consistently brings to the table. After an explosive performance at this year's Summer Jam, Redman and Method Man announced that this would be their last appearance at the event. We reflect on their legacy and what this means for their fans and hip-hop culture. De La Soul is releasing a documentary that captures the bittersweet journey of re-releasing their catalog for streaming services. We explore the emotional process, the impact of Dave's presence, and the meticulous reworking of their classic tracks. Tune in for in-depth discussions, exclusive insights, and more on Dirty30 Podcast! #Rakim #NewAlbum #GodMC #HipHopLegend #Redman #MethodMan #SummerJam #FarewellPerformance #HipHopCulture #DeLaSoul #StreamingDocumentary #DaveJolicouer #HipHopHistory #Podcast #Dirty30Podcast #RapMusic #MusicDocumentary #HipHopNews #LegendaryArtists #RapIcons #MusicStreaming #RapCulture #SummerJam2024 #RapLegends #AlbumReview #MusicPodcast