Robby Seabrook III

New York

Writer at Freelance

Freelance Branded Content Writer at Complex

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Articles

Catching Up With Toni Braxton: How The R&B Legend Is "Still Affecting The Culture"

Nov 19, 2024 | grammy.com | Robby Seabrook III

Toni BraxtonThe seven-time GRAMMY winner is in the midst of a Las Vegas residency with Cedric The Entertainer and is celebrating her fourth decade in R&B. Braxton sheds light on her meteoric rise, and why her music has stood the test of time. |GRAMMYs/Dec 19, 2024 - 03:14 pmThe story of contemporary R&B cannot be told without Toni Braxton.
LL Cool J Really is Back, and He Reminds Us on New Single “Passion”

Jul 15, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

With his name cemented in hip-hop history, there’s nothing left for LL Cool J to prove, but he’s coming with some new heat anyway. His hunger for hip-hop is still very much there, and he’s pouring it into TheForce (Frequencies of Real Creative Energy), a Q-Tip-produced new album set to drop on September 6. To go along with the news, he released “Passion,” a dynamic new single that only builds momentum for his upcoming drop. Check it out for yourself below.
The Best of Marshall: Eminem’s First Five Albums Ranked

Jul 12, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

Eminem just dropped his 12th album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), and we decided this was a great time to look back with a discerning eye at his first albums. Em has come a long way, starting as an underground rapper cutting his teeth on the battle circuit in the ‘90s. His patience and commitment to his craft would pay off, as he became one of the most successful and skilled rappers ever, with a vast and far-reaching influence that is still relevant today.
From New Jersey to the World: Rasheed Chappell is Ready for Lift-Off

Jul 11, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

Pursuing your dreams is key to a fulfilling life. Becoming a rapper is a goal of many, especially as hip-hop’s influence continues to spread, and it's no easy road. In the world of Rasheed Chappell, an underground rapper out of Passaic, N.J., his love for rap came to him in the ‘90s, from an unlikely place. He’s turned that passion into a career with eight albums since 2011, where he shares insights into his inner-city upbringing and growth as a man.
Pusha T Teams Up With Pharrell Again, Named Louis Vuitton Ambassador

Jul 10, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

It looks like the studio isn’t the only place Pusha T and Pharrell are linking up. Earlier this week, the folks atWWD reported that Louis Vuitton has named King Push as an ambassador. The move comes a year after the brand named Skateboard P its men's creative director. The news makes sense on a few levels. First, hip-hop and fashion are obviously super intertwined at this point, with rappers often being some of the biggest drip tastemakers.
Shaboozey’s “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” Hits No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100

Jul 9, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

Music has always been about inspiration, a medium where you can build on the work of those before you. In a way, music is magical, in that it captures a moment, with different meanings for different people. Shaboozey, the Virginia-born budding country star, has been riding high on the sails of his hit single “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” which interpolates J-Kwon’s “Tipsy,” a hit rap song from 20 years ago.
Albums We’re Excited to Hear in July

Jul 2, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

As the summer marches on, so does hip-hop. With releases from Rakim, Eminem, Common and Pete Rock, Denzel Curry, and Tink, July will be filled with contributions from various eras of hip-hop. Regardless of where and when they popped, though, they’ve all got something special. There’s something for everyone here, and that’s one of the best parts about hip-hop; its evolution allows it to be whatever it needs to be. Peep the breakdown below.
First Look Friday: Marco Plus’ Pursuit of Greatness

Jun 28, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

The history of hip-hop has shown that rappers who pour all of themselves into the music have more control of their destiny, and Marco Plus, the rising rapper from the South Side of Atlanta, has his hands on the wheel. The product of a musical family, Marco Plus has been rapping since he was a child. Today, he is one of the most passionate and dedicated newer artists, showing all his multitudes through a relentless delivery, autobiographical bars and flexible flows.
Black Music Month: The Pioneers of House Music

Jun 28, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

Black people have always innovated, creating new lanes of art, thought, science and more. House music was started by Black Chicago DJs finding ways to extend the life of disco in the late ‘70s, with most of it being played in gay clubs. Now, the genre is more popular than ever, creating generations of hits and making its way into other genres.
Caribbean-American Music Stars That Keep Shining Bright

Jun 25, 2024 | okayplayer.com | Robby Seabrook III

Black music plays heavily into American culture, and part of that tradition began in the Caribbean islands. The region has a rich musical history all its own, and much of that has made its way into music from Caribbean American artists. With that in mind, for Caribbean American Heritage Month, it’s time to give some of our favorite artists their flowers. Nicki Minaj A rap icon, Nicki Minaj changed everything for women in hip-hop.