Cymandye Russell / Lady C oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich, part 1 conducted on November 13, 2012: Topics include: Hot 91 radio; hard core vs. hip hop; race, gender and sexuality in hip hop; Norfolk State hip hop culture; Williamsburg; discussion of MCs and DJs. Part 2 conducted on November 14, 2012: Topics include: radio personalities; mix-shows; youtube DJs and DJs vs. radio personalities; women MCs and DJs including Rah Digga, DJ Lazy K, Murder Mommies, DJ Erika B; HipHopSince1987.com; Greek Fest Riots; women in Virginia hip-hop. Part 3 conducted on December 6, 2012: Topics include: history of her nickname and the Virginia punk community; "passion" and hip hop; hip hop and community building; Boodah Brothers; graphic design.

Three identical flyers for the Main Event 2.0 Music and Model Conference, held November 16-17, 2012 at Bentley's Restaurant and Lounge in Viriginia Beach, Virginia. Box 1.

1-white t-shirt that has "WNSB/ HOT/ 91.1/ Norfolk State University™ Broadcasting" printed on the front. "WNSB" is printed in black raised letters and is outlined in white. "HOT" is printed in red stylized letters and has a ring of fire around it. "91.1" is printed in black block letters and is outlined in white. And "Norfolk State University™ Broadcasting" is printed in white on top of a black strip under the ring of fire surrounding "HOT." The t-shirt was received by Swem Special Collections staff at the 2nd Annual Hip Hop Collection Celebration at the College of William and Mary on April 3, 2014. The t-shirt is a size small and is made of 100% preshrunk cotton. It is in excellent condition. Gift of Cymandye Russell/Lady C. HHC 2014.188

Oral history interview with Terry "Double XL" Fenner and Antonio "Hersh" Fenner conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 2, 2012. Topics include: history of public housing in Newport News; gentrification; hip hop battling in projects; Newsome Park; Hoodplatinum; Suthern Boi records; Norfolk State hip hop culture; magazines; Roc the Mic nights; marketing and promotion; record stores and venues in Virginia.

Magazine copies. One copy of the "The League: The Playbook for the Hip Hop Generation of Movers and Shakers," no. 4, Feb-Mar 2007. One copy of "Exclusive" magazine, January/February 2007, #1 volume 4. Box 1.

Newspaper Clippings: Daily Press circa December 2003, Obituary for Quincy Navall Jones, "Abu the Butcher," of Newport News rap group BorNaturals; Daily Press Friday, January 19, 2007 including an item about "Rap Attack;" "Paying Tribute to 'Mic Lord'" Daily Press, February 3, 2007; "Local rap start delivers a new deal," Daily Press; Laminated, large copy of "Double XL is a hip-hop winner," by Sam Mcdonald in the Daily Press, Friday, May 21, 2004. Box 2.

Two pages for a movie script featuring Double XL. Box 1.

Sentara Obici Hospital United Way Talent Show "Certificate of Participation." Box 1.

Rising Star Promotions bout sheet for February 15, 2008 "night of Professional Boxing" at The Showboat Hotel & Casino. Double XL performed between the night's two main events. Box 1.

Press Release for Double XL, Hood Plantinum and "Rock the Mic Night." Box 1.

Promotional materials. Flyers: "Rock the Mic" advertisement. All Black Everything Event featuring Rick Ross, Thursday October 14, 2010 at the Alley Nite Club. Mixtape flyers, "Hood Platinum 3." Album flyer, Double XL "The New Deal." Album art draft, two pages: Double XL, "Me Versus Me" on Suth'N Boi Ent. Booklet: "Virginia Idol Talent Search, 2004." Box 1.

Photographs. The Legacy headshot for Suth'N Boi Ent. M$ Blendz, Double XL and unidentified, 2006. Two group photographs with Double XL, Antonio "Hersh" Fenner, and unidentified. Box 1.

2013.035.10. Double XL, "Me Versus Me." CD Jewel Case. Box 3.

2013.035.11. Double XL, "Staccato Jeans." 2003. Box 3.

Artifact. Lanyard with "VIP" written in block print in red on the front. "Access" is written in yellow script in a diagonal under "VIP." There is also a picture of a football player below "VIP access." Below the football player is written "04" in white block print with a red out line. "OFFSEASON JAM" is written beneath it in white block print with red outline. There is a white star above and below "OFFSEASON." The reverse of the lanyard has "BAD NEWZ ENTERTAINMENT" written in black block print. "103 JAMZ" is written below it in black block print. There is a disclaimer in a box below the writing that warns the VIP that if they do not follow the rules of the club their privileges will be revoked. The lanyard measures approximately 4.125 in. (length) x 2.25 in. (width). The lanyard is in fair condition with white residue on the laminated parts. There is an approximately 1.25 in. black stain on the bottom right side on the back of the lanyard. HHC 2013.035.12.

Artifact. Lanyard with a gray and yellow background on the front. "70th Anniversary" is written in white block print at the top. Underneath that "Norfolk State University" is written in white and below "Norfolk State University" is written "Homecoming 2005" in white. In the middle of the lanyard are pictures of Young Jeezy and Lil' Wayne with the Norfolk State University logo in between the pictures. Below the pictures is written "BOTTOM OF THE MAP CONCERT" in white bubble font. At the bottom of the lanyard front is written "Special Guests: Double XL & Bo Blades" in white. There is a black strip on the left side of the lanyard. "ALL ACCESS" is written in orange inside the black strip. The reverse of the lanyard is white and has "Double XL" written in black sharpie at the top left hand corner. There is what looks like a signature at the bottom of the back. The lanyard measures approximately 2.375 in.(width) x 4.25 in.(length) and is in good condition. There is some scraping of the laminated part at the bottom of the lanyard and some white residue at the top laminated part of the lanyard. HHC 2013.035.13

Artifact. Lanyard with a blue-black background. "CERTIFIED BLOCK NUCCAS" is written in blue with a white background at the top. Below that is a blue-black strip. Within the blue-black strip "TOUR PT. 1" is written in gold. Beneath that is written "FROM YO' HOOD TO MY HOOD" in blue with a white background. Underneath this is a strip with pictures of the tour members. Beneath that is written "REALITY MUZIK GROUP" in blue. Below that is written "V.I.P. ENTRY PASS" in gold. Written in white beneath that is "CERTIFIED BLOCK NUCCAS TOUR," with "FROM YO' HOOD TO MY HOOD" in blue below it. At the bottom of the lanyard "SATURDAY SEPT. 8TH, 2007" is written in gold. The reverse of the lanyard is white and has scrolls going diagonally down across it. Inside the scroll is written "Print by Sony" in white block print with gray outline. The lanyard measures approximately 4 in. (width) x 5.75 in. (length). It is in fair condition. There are white residue spots all over the front of the lanyard. There is also a 2 in. crease in the top left corner, a 0.5 in. crease on the top right, a 4.125 in. crease and a 4 in. crease in the middle of the lanyard. HHC 2013.035.14

Artifact. White lanyard featuring a clear outline of the state of Texas on the front. There are various music artists depicted surrounding the outline of the state of Texas. Inside the outline of Texas is written "2008" in orange, "THE 6 YEAR Anniversary OF THE" in white with orange outline, and "TEXAS SUMMER MUSIC CONFERENCE" written in black. There is also a 1960s model microphone inside the outline of Texas. Below the picture is the url for the event. Under that is written "August 29-31, 2008 The Westin City Center Dallas, TX" in black. At the bottom of the lanyard are logos for sponsors of the event. The back of the lanyard features the logo for tabi bonney and the album cover of Young Chase's "MAN I'M BOUT." The cord of the lanyard is dark red on the outside with a black outline and black inside. "BACARDI" is written in black with gold outline on the red side of the cord. The Bacardi logo is also present. The lanyard measures approximately 2.75 in. (width) x 4.125 in. (length) and the cord measures approximately 22.25 in. The cord is in excellent condition while the lanyard is in fair condition. There is an approximately 0.5 in. tear where the cord connects to the lanyard. There are also small creases on the top edges of the lanyard as well as abrasions all over the back of the lanyard. HHC 2013.035.15

Artifact. Lanyard for the Southeast Music Entertainment Inc.'s annual Music and Entertainment summit (SMES).The lanyard features a woman wearing black with headphones on the front. At the top is written "SMES" in red rugged font. Beneath that is written "BRIDGING THE GAP SINCE 2001" in red. To the bottom right of "SMES" is written "2008" in white. There is a red strip in the middle of the lanyard. "SEPTEMBER /26TH| 27TH| 28TH/ HOLIDAY INN (SURFSIDE)/ MYRTLE BEACH, S.C." is written in white within the red strip. At the bottom of the lanyard there are logos of sponsors for the entertainment summit. The cord of the lanyard has the logo for the Society of European Stage Authors and Composers (SESAC), one of the sponsors for the entertainment summit. The lanyard measures approximately 3 in.(width) x 5.125 in.(length). The cord measures about 17.5 in. The lanyard is in good condition with numerous abrasions to the front. HHC 2013.035.16

Artifact. Lanyard featuring a white background with pictures of artists Ryan Leslie, Monica, and Rick Ross on the front. The artists' names are in front of them in gold with Rick Ross' as the largest. In the middle of the lanyard there is a a black and gold alternating strip. "THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2008" is written in white within the first black strip. "BACKSTAGE" is written in white in the gold strip and "MYSPACE.COM/EMPIREENTERTAIN1" is written in the second black strip. Beneath that is a logo for M.E.G. Underneath that is "HAMPTON UNIVERSITY CONVOCATION CENTER" written in black. At the bottom of the lanyard are logos for sponsors of the event. The lanyard is approximately 4in.(width) x 5.25in. (length). The lanyard is in excellent condition with only a few abrasions to the front. HHC 2013.035.17

Artifact. Lanyard with a red and gold background and featuring an African mask in the middle of the lanyard on the front. At the top of the lanyard is written "THE SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA ARTS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS" in gold. Under this, "AFR'AM FEST" is written in white. Beneath this is written "'CELEBRATING THE ESSENCE OF FAMILY'/TOWN POINT PARK, NORFOLK, VA" in gold. Below the mask is an oval bubble with a red background. Inside the bubble "BACKSTAGE ACCESS/SATURDAY" is written in white. There is also another oval bubble under that with a white background. The lanyard measures 3.375in.(width) x 5.25in.(length). It is in excellent condition. HHC 2013.035.18

Artifact. Lanyard featuring a red and black background with white strips. In the first white strip at the top "ARTIST/STAFF NO CHARGE" is written and underlined in black. Under that in the red and black background. There is a depiction of the geographical United States overlaid with the American flag, there are various bullet holes inside the depiction. In an arch above the depiction is written "CONSPIRACY NATION" in red horror font. Below that is written "EPISODE 1: THE MYSTERY OF THE 7 CITIES" in white. Beneath this depiction is a second white strip. "NO CHARGE FOR SHOW/PARTY" is written in black inside the second white strip. At the bottom of the lanyard is a background featuring a city skyline. "ALL ACCESS PASS/NO CHARGE FOR ADMISSION" is written in white within the city skyline background. The lanyard measures approximately 2.25in.(width) x 3.25in.(length). The lanyard is in poor condition with delamination of the illustrated front part of the lanyard from the cardboard base, as well as delamination of the back lamination from the cardboard base. HHC2013.035.19

CD. Titled Yesterday (Edit.) Box 3.

Andrea Castleberry/ M$. Blendz oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich. Topics include: military history and hip hop; Foxy Fridays; 92.1 FM; Blendzville Award show; Boodah Brothers; Scratching vs. Mixing; Women and hip-hop; Teens with a Purpose;

Blendzville Award Items, 2007-2011. Seating chart. Laminated signs. From 2007: Sheet of tickets; list of confirmed and potential performers. From 2009: Items include one flyer and and one laminated ticket for the 3rd Annual Award show; Outline of evening's events. From 2011: List of performers; provisional list of nominees. Box 1.

Photographs. M$. Blendz and Kid Capri. M$. Blendz and DJ Law and Big B of the Boodah Brothers, 2001. M$. Blendz and crates of vinyl records. M$ Blendz and 92.1 the Beat, the first hip-hop station in Norfolk. Box 1.

Blendzville Productions informational letter. Box 1.

WOWI 103 Jamz notebook cover. Box 1.

Artifact. One trophy in the shape of a silver and gold microphone. The base of the trophy is made of brown fiber wood material. There is a gold label on the front of the base. "BLENDZVILLE HIP HOP AWARDS BEST HEAVY HITTER 2008" is engraved on the gold label. The trophy is approximately 6in.(height).The trophy is in good condition. There are four brown spots on the bottom of the base. The first is toward the back and is 1.25in. The second one is in the middle at the left and is 1.125in. The third is in the middle to the right and is approximately 1.25in. The fourth is near the front and is approximately 1.25in. Gift of Andrea Castleberry / M$. Blendz. HHC 2013.036.06

Artifact. 2- Lanyards. The lanyards have a red and black background with a city skyline depicted. "4th ANNUAL" is written in white at the top. "TAKE ME AWAY" is written in red beside it. Below these phrases "BLENDZVILLE" is written in white. The "B" is written in 3-D font and has a wing coming from the center of the "B". Under "BLENDZVILLE" is written "HIP-HOP AWARDS '11" in white. "Unplugged" is written in a diagonal below "HIP-HOP AWARDS '11" in a silver-gray horror font. At the bottom of the lanyard the date, "11.12.11," is written in white. Below that are the different ways to get more information about the event (i.e. twitter, phone number, website). The lanyards measure approximately 4in.(length) x 2.375in.(width) and are in excellent condition. Gift of Andrea Castleberry / M$. Blendz. HHC 2013.036.07ab

Fliers for several SHHO sponsored concerts. Membership flyer for SHHO. Flyer for Syndicate tryouts [W&M hip-hop dance group.] Box 1.

Photographs of Charles "Ric" Lampkins, Tilghman Goldsborough and Dominque James of W&M SHHO. Photographs taken in the Botetourt gallery in Swem Library on February 20, 2013 by Kevin Kosanovich.

Digital images and digital flyers of WM SHHO sponsored events donated by Bobak Karsai.

W&M SHHO oral history interview with President Dominique James, Vice President Charles "Ric" Lampkins and member Tilghman Goldsborough by Kevin Kosanovich on February 20, 2013.  This interview exists in two parts.  Part two includes discussion of "favorite" hip-hop artists, past and present.  Topics include:  hip-hop culture in high school; Richmond; Trap music; Trill wave; dance crews; authenticity; race and hip-hop; class and hip-hop; W&M campus hip-hop culture; SHHO; sneakers and fashion.

Artifact. Eight plywood panels that, when assembled, create a sign. The sign has "Student Hip Hop O." spray painted in black hip hop script font at the top. There is an arrow and star next to the "S" and a star next to the "O." Under "Student Hip Hop O." is spray painted "Hip Hop" in light purple hip hop bubble font. Next to that is spray painted an arrow in light purple hip hop font. Beside the arrow is spray painted "SH.h" in light purple hip hop bubble font. There are two black stars spray painted under the arrow and the "h." There are signatures of members of the Student Hip Hop Organization all over the sign. Each plywood panel is approximately 2ft.(length) x 2ft.(width). They are in good condition with miner fraying and chipping on the edges. Gift of Blair E. Smith, Class of 2011. HHC 2013.262.01a-h

Twenty photographs of M1 Platoon performing on a Fridays Concert that was hosted by AMP and SHHO. SHHO brought M1 Platoon to the campus in 2008, it was the organization's first concert. The concert was outdoors at the Sadler Center Terrace. Photographs include M1 Platoon and William & Mary students enjoying the concert. Also photographed was a white W&M SHHO t-shirt. Identified students in the photographs include Jennifer Robinson, Blair Smith, and Bailey Thomson. Gift of Jennifer Robinson, Class of 2011. 2013.294.1-2103.294.20.

85 photographs of SHHO's second concert featuring UNI, a group from California. Gift of Jennifer Robinson, Class of 2011. Acc. 2013.294.21-2103.294.106.

Correspondence, fliers and tickets docuemtning hip hop shows conducted by the Students of Hip Hop Legacy.

Gym Class Heroes - One of the first hip hop shows at the College. The Roots had visited a few years back, but no one up and coming had played in a while. Tyga opened up, because he and the lead of Gym Class Heroes are cousins.

Gym Class Heroes - One of the first hip hop shows at the College. The Roots had visited a few years back, but no one up and coming had played in a while. Tyga opened up, because he and the lead of Gym Class Heroes are cousins.

M1Platoon - This SHHO-sponsored event changed my hip hop life. These were great rappers who had traveled with their crew from North Carolina. They knew Blair personally and were invested in getting indie hip hop movements off the ground. And they were right THERE. I mean, they rapped on the floor with us. They brought us up on the stage. They posed for pictures. They're destined for greatness, and we got to enjoy them in a room of 30 kids. They joked a lot about having white kids in the audience and thought the big group picture was especially hilarious with me in the foreground. Nathaniel Benneton Grey, of M1P, took those photos.

M1Platoon - This SHHO-sponsored event changed my hip hop life. These were great rappers who had traveled with their crew from North Carolina. They knew Blair personally and were invested in getting indie hip hop movements off the ground. And they were right THERE. I mean, they rapped on the floor with us. They brought us up on the stage. They posed for pictures. They're destined for greatness, and we got to enjoy them in a room of 30 kids. They joked a lot about having white kids in the audience and thought the big group picture was especially hilarious with me in the foreground. Nathaniel Benneton Grey, of M1P, took those photos.

M1Platoon - This SHHO-sponsored event changed my hip hop life. These were great rappers who had traveled with their crew from North Carolina. They knew Blair personally and were invested in getting indie hip hop movements off the ground. And they were right THERE. I mean, they rapped on the floor with us. They brought us up on the stage. They posed for pictures. They're destined for greatness, and we got to enjoy them in a room of 30 kids. They joked a lot about having white kids in the audience and thought the big group picture was especially hilarious with me in the foreground. Nathaniel Benneton Grey, of M1P, took those photos.

M1Platoon - This SHHO-sponsored event changed my hip hop life. These were great rappers who had traveled with their crew from North Carolina. They knew Blair personally and were invested in getting indie hip hop movements off the ground. And they were right THERE. I mean, they rapped on the floor with us. They brought us up on the stage. They posed for pictures. They're destined for greatness, and we got to enjoy them in a room of 30 kids. They joked a lot about having white kids in the audience and thought the big group picture was especially hilarious with me in the foreground. Nathaniel Benneton Grey, of M1P, took those photos.

Nickelus Fury - Another great SHHO-sponsored event.  Proceeds went to the J Dilla foundation and a lot of people showed up.  Again, Blair had connected with these artists personally.  She introduced the show, and it just seemed to keep going.  I remember feeling like the whole room was pulsing with energy at one point- an amazing female rapper went on and brought down the house.

Nickelus Fury - Another great SHHO-sponsored event. Proceeds went to the J Dilla foundation and a lot of people showed up. Again, Blair had connected with these artists personally. She introduced the show, and it just seemed to keep going. I remember feeling like the whole room was pulsing with energy at one point- an amazing female rapper went on and brought down the house.

Roots- This photo was taken in Richmond, Virginia for the Jamestown 400 anniversary.  The Roots played for free and made a lot of political statements about the irony of them performing for the 400th anniversary of slavery in the Commonwealth.  Before hip hop existed as a movement at the College, lots of us found hip hop venues off campus.

Flyers advertising Ground Up Radio. Box 1.

Box 3.

Fliers from various venues and artists in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Box 1.

Material related to SHHO chapters other than the College of William & Mary. Box 1.

Email history of SHHO sent from William & Mary SHHO co-founder Bobak Kasrai. Box 1.

Artifact. One black "Honeycomb" SHHO logo decal. Decal measures 6.125in. (length) x 5.25in. (width) and is in good condition. There is an approximately 1.75in. crease in the top left corner and a 5.375in. crease in the center of the decal. There is also a staple mark in the top right hand corner. HHC 2013.041.02

Small flyer advertising the "Chasing Forever" SHHO launch, March 22, 2011. Box 1.

Cards and flyers advertising various SHHO sponsored concerts at Virginia Commonwealth University and other venues in Richmond, Virginia. Box 1.

Poster. Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) SHHO Presents: Lecture with Greg Selkoe, Friday, November 2, 2012 at the VCU Commons Theatre. Greg Selkoe is the CEO of Karmaloop. Karmaloop is an online streetwear and culture boutique website.

Artifact. Button featuring the "Chasing Forever" logo. It features a black background with "CC" in white over a thin white division bar. Beneath the division bar is the symbol for infinity in white. The button measures 1.125in. in diameter. It is in good condition with three white smudges near the bottom of the infinity symbol. HHC 2013.041.06

Flier and digital images.

Oral history interview with Brandon "DJ WYZE" Sutton and Antoine "Henmusik" Henderson conducted by Kevin Kosanovich.  Topics include: history of Virginia Beach; "7 City Legacy" film; Norfolk State University; Old Dominion University; Description of Virginia Soul and Style.

Contains phonograph records featuring Timbaland, Philly's Most Wanted, Missy Elliott, and Fam-Lay; performance posters from local artists in Norfolk and Virginia Beach; cards advertising the documentary "7 City Legacy," and an audio cd featuring Brandon Sutton, also known as DJ WYZE. Box 4.

WYZE Kouncil Entertainment business card. Box 1.

CD. "Vol 2: VA Tape." Box 3.

Poster for Soundloy Productions & AWNP Presents: "Jet Life in Virginia." Performances by Nesby Phips, Trademark da Skydiver, Hen, J. Pharoah, Trot, Intalek. Box 2.

Poster. Raekwon. Featured acts include Major Deal, Dirty Workas, Hen, Lloyd Vines. Tuesday April 19 at Hangar 09 in Virginia Beach. Box 2.

Poster from "Paid in Full: Thanksgiving Weekend w/ Rakim." November, 27, 2011 at the Norva in Norfolk, VA. Box 2.

This item contains digital images of DY WYZE's logo and two photos.

Two copies of CD, "7 City Legacy Mixtape, Volume 1." Both CDs are held in a plastic slip case and contain an insert art card. There are 19 tracks on the album. Box 7.

Oral history interview with Antoine "Henmusik" Henderson and DJ WYZE conducted by Kevin Kosanovich. Topics include: history of Virginia Beach; "7 City Legacy" film; Norfolk State University; Old Dominion University; Description of Virginia Soul and Style.

Henmusik flyers for "Soup & Salad" mixtape. Box 1.

Album.

Oral history interview with James "Dynamite J" Allen conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 17, 2013. Topics include: late 1970s Virginia culture; Graffiti; Soul Train; Virginia State University; Soul Patrol; middle school and high school hip-hop culture; Mighty MCs; Old School Mentality Records; Richmond radio stations; bootleg tapes; Jam Pony Express; Alpha Studio; Virginia Zulu Nation Chapters; VA is for Hustlerz; History of mixtapes.

Flyers for "VA is for Hustlas" vols 1-4. Box 1.

Cassette Tape. "The Mighty MC's: The 4unky 1." Side 1: The 4unky 1 remix/live. Side 2: Live on Maggic 99 w/K-Ski. Box 7.

CDs, posters, news clippings, and fliers from the artist Abys Virginia's First Lady related to performances, including Abu Fest, and her career. 2013.062.10-- Poster. "DJ Hustleman Presents: Street Muzik DVD" 2013.062.11 -- Poster. "Abys: Between a Rock and a Hard Place" 2013.062.12 -- Laminated Newspaper Clippings: "Unity and positive hip-hop meet at festival," Daily Press; "United, they rap: Local musicians rally in the East End to pay tribute to slain friend," Daily Press, September 30, 2006. Box 2.

Latonya "Abys" Denson's oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich.  Topics included:  Newport News and Hampton; Virginia vs. other Southern Scenes; Virginia women in hip-hop; Abu Unity Fest; Music Industry; Being an independent artist; BorNaturals; Down Low Squardron; Hoodstock.

CD. "Between a Rock and a Hard Place" hosted by DJ Hustleman. Featuring 7 Armz, D. Watz, Jus Rah, Taheem Jamal. Box 3.

Poster.  "The Pre Valentaine's Jumpoff."  Hosted by Abys with DJ Big-E and DJ Silk.  Held Sunday, Febraury 11 at Crabbers 2000 on West Mercury in Hampton, Virginia.

Flyer for Abufest, August 26, 2012 at King-Lincoln Park in Newport News, Virginia.

Mixtape CD Cover. "The Official AbuFest Mixtape: Abu R.I.P."  Mixtape in memory of BorNaturals MC, Abu the Butcher.

Mixtape CD cover for "V-A Stand Up!"

Post for the 3rd Annual Abu Unity Fest, October 11, 2008.  Held at King-Lincoln Park in Newport News, Virginia.

Poster for "B-Girl Fest 2007," held in Columbia, SC.  Abys performed with a collection of women MCs.

Poster.  "2nd Annual Abu Unity Fest," and "Abu Unity Fest After Party" held September 29, 2007 at King-Lincoln Park in Newport News, Virginia.

Oral history interview with Lovey "Memph 10" Jones conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in Richmond, Virginia. Topics included: Bloc Hog Entertainment; History of Promotions; Richmond as a hip-hop city; Industry vs. Street; Business of hip-hop.

CD. "2 Much Goin On: Tha Mixtape." 2012. Box 3.

Poster. Memph 10, "2 Much Goin on Tha Mixtape." Box 2.

Artifact. One brown, long sleeve button-up shirt. "Memph 10" is airbrushed in white and yellow above and to the left of the shirt pocket on the wearer's left. To the right and below the shirt pocket on the wearer's left are depictions of dice, in white, and a dollar sign in gold. To the right of and below the shirt pocket on the wearer's right is depicted a hand holding a test tube that says "CHEMISTRY" with a chain dangling from the thumb that has a weight at the bottom holding a bag which has a dollar sign and reads "RECORDS." The reverse of the shirt features a groundhog with an orange and brown striped hat that has the letters "FFH" on it .The groundhog is holding a wad of cash and is leaning on a microphone that also has the letters "FFH" on it. There are two golden-orange dollar signs on either side of the groundhog. "BLOC HOG" is airbrushed in black, old English font in an arch above the groundhog. "ENTERTAINMENT" and "MEMPH 10" are airbrushed in white below the groundhog. The shirt is in excellent condition. It is a size 2x-Tall and is made by Dickies. Gift of Lovey Jones. HHC 2013.072.04

Artifact. Black V-neck shirt featuring a giant 2 on the front. The 2 is black and outlined in white. "Turnt Up" is written in white gothic font beside the giant 2. The "T" in "Turnt" is going through the top of the giant 2. Below this is a depiction of a city skyline in white with the top of some buildings going through the bottom of the giant 2. "PROMOTIONS" is written in white screen print in a small arch below the skyline. The back of the shirt has "MEMPH 10" in white screen print at the top of the shirt. Beneath this is "@ BLOCHOG" in white screen print. The shirt is a size 3XL and is in good condition. HCC 2013.072.05

Marlon Hamilton / Streetz G4G oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 15, 2012. Topics include: Mr. William Burg; Williamsburg history; radio stations; G4G productions.

Williamsburg's own, Streets G4G mixtape, "Mr. William Burg, Vol 3."

Digital images, flyers and photos of Marlon Hamilton / Streetz G4G.

One CD in plastic slip case with insert artwork for Streetz, "Dunning Street Music" mixtape. The mixtape was mixed and hosted by DJ Karee. Rick Rogers and Petey Pete are also featured on the mixtape. Dunning Street refers to a street in the Highland Park neighborhood of Williamsburg, Virginia. Highland Park is the oldest, historically African American neighborhood in Williamsburg. Box 7.

James "Dangle" Alston oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 26, 2012. Topics include: Richmond graffiti history; Just Plain Sounds; Privileged Kids; Virginia college campus culture; record stores; hip-hop venues.

Cover art for James "Dangle" Alston's CD, "One Time I Knew."

Larry "Live" Lyons oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 27, 2012. Topics Include: radio stations; breaking; Playboys Express; Berklee Community Center; KQuick; Surrounded by Idiots; race in Virginia; North vs South in hip-hop community; corporate hip-hop; Livehouse Entertainment; record stores; venues and clubs; DDP crew.

Jamario "Rio" Harper, Twain Gotti, and Make It Rain Flamez oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 30, 2012. Topics include: mixtapes; Moreshells Entertainment; Venues; Newport News.

Twain Gotti, "Gotti's Turf, Pt. 2: The Bear Trap." Digital files consist of 15 tracks.

Mixtape.  Twain Gotti, "Beartrap Movie."

Mixtape.  Twain Gotti, "Beartrappin' 10210, Vol. 1." Digital files consits of 19 tracks and one image.

Jamario "Rio" Harper, Twain Gotti, and Make It Rain Flamez oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 30, 2012. Topics include: mixtapes; Moreshells Entertainment; Venues; Newport News.

Jamario "Rio" Harper, Twain Gotti, and Make It Rain Flamez oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 30, 2012. Topics include: mixtapes; Moreshells Entertainment; Venues; Newport News.

Mixtape CD. 2 Copies. "1 Life 2 Live." MOR3SH3LLZ Entertainment, 2012. Box 3.

Ray "BlakDrag" Washington oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich.  Topics included:  Christopher Newport University; Beatdown Entertainment; Richmond culture versus Northern culture; Immortal Suspects; Newport News recording studio; The Lab; The Barbershop; Newport News hip-hop history; Thug Relation; Mike Lord; BorNaturals; Process of making an album; Internet and hip-hop.

Mixtape CD. "The Farewell." Wildlife Records. Box 3.

CD. "Wildlife Mixtape Volume #1." Wildlife Records. Box 3.

CD. "Str8 Gutta." Wildlife Records. Box 3.

CD. "The Burning Seazon: From Killaweed 2 Bad Newz." Box 3.

CD. "Welcome (Lyricist Only)." Hosted by DJ Mercury. Box 3.

CD. "Pen Game." Box 3.

Zack "Novel Bandana" Lawson and James "22" Parks oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 2, 2012. Topics include: Newport News; DJ Tops; DJ Chase; battle rapping; DJ Silk; DJ Law; Joe Tracks; Mark Menace; BorNaturals; strip clubs and hip-hop.

At Bucks Brand in Newport News, Virginia. Performances by Stretch Dollas, Street G4G, Monsta Millie, Ammo. Box 1.

Features Stretchdollas, Trapname Jimmy, Shotty, Double XL, Monsta Millie.

Box 3.

Zack "Novel Bandana" Lawson and James "22" Parks oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 2, 2012. Topics include: Newport News; DJ Tops; DJ Chase; battle rapping; DJ Silk; DJ Law; Joe Tracks; Mark Menace; BorNaturals; strip clubs and hip-hop.

Oral history interview with Terry "Double XL" Fenner and Antonio "Hersh" Fenner conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 2, 2012. Topics include: history of public housing in Newport News; gentrification; hip hop battling in projects; Newsome Park; Hoodplatinum; Suthern Boi records; Norfolk State hip hop culture; magazines; Roc the Mic nights; marketing and promotion; record stores and venues in Virginia.

Emanuel "Mannie" Willis oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 18, 2012. Mannie Willis is the creator and founder of the urban wear fashion line, Distinct Nature Clothing. Topics include: Newport News; designing clothes for hip-hop artists Wale and Big K.R.I.T.; Virginia athletes.

Quentin "Q45" Thomas oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on December 18, 2012. Quentin Thomas is co-founder of Ground-up Radio, groundupradio.com, a hip-hop internet radio station hailing from Williamsburg, Virginia. Topics include: 1980s bboys; mixtapes; serving in the military; hip-hop culture in the military; Old Dominion University; Hampton University; Fort Eustis; Witchdokter's Kafe; Ground-up Radio.

Sam McDonald oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 10, 2013. Sam McDonald has made his career writing about popular culture and music throughout Virginia. Most recently, he writes for the Daily Press in Hampton Roads. Topics include: KRS-One; Danville, VA; the Daily Press; passing tapes; 7-11 Boyz; Boodah Brothers; Teddy Riley; Al B Sylke and 103 Jamz; Reggae; Area clubs; Abu Unity Festival.

Includes press releases, articles, fliers, publicity photos, press kits, and other material from various hip hop artists collected by Sam McDonald of the Daily Press. Artists include Missy Elliott, Nicole Wray, 6-year old Hampton rapper Gregory LaMont Walker, Barlow (Charles Barlow of Newport News), Billy Doo Wah (Hampton), Cool Carl (owner of the label Street Life Entertainment, Hampton), D"Amour (Hampton), Timmy Beale owner of Slim Tim Productions (Hampton), Kaoss (Hampton and Newport News), 50/50 AKA Talent & Triumph (Newport News), Timbaland & Magoo's The New Two, Low Down Boyz (Untamed Records, Newport News), Teddy Riley's 4th of July Weekend Extravaganza, BLACKstreet (Interscope Records), and Delante Murphy's Hung Lo Productions (Hampton). Box 1.

Afid Granados oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on November 11, 2013. Afid Granados was president of VCU SHHO, circa 2011-2013. Topics include: Richmond; Virginia Commonwealth University; SHHO; Jeff Sobel; Nickelus F; Michael Millions; Lee Major; University of Virginia SHHO chapter; Northern Virginia hip-hop culture; sneaker culture and fashion; streetwear.

Oral history interview with Richmond-based artist Jason "Van Ark" Brown, conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 15, 2013. Topics include: Richmond; 1990s Richmond hip-hop; battling; Jonathan Banks; playing instruments and composing; music industry and distribution; Divine Prophets; WRIR.

CD. "Chemical Beats." 2007/2008. Box 3.

Digital files contain 20 tracks.

Douglas Avant Perry, Jr. oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 16, 2013. Doug Perry is the longtime station manager of WNSB, Hot 91.1 FM Norfolk, at Norfolk State University. Topics include: WRAP; Bishop Willis and black radio; Daddy Jack Combs; WOWI and 103 Jamz; Regan Henry; Chester Benton; DJ Heartattack; H.J. Ellison; DJ Mister B; WNSB history; DJ Jack of Spade; DJ Bad Joe; mixing and blending records; Go-Go; Gospel Groan; Teddy Riley; venues and clubs.

Monty Ross oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 16, 2013. Monty Ross is longtime friend, collaborator and producer of Spike Lee's movies. Monty Ross currently serves as artistic director and operations manager of Crispus Attucks Theatre in Norfolk, VA. The oral history consists of two parts: Part one is the longer oral history; part two is an "bonus" story about meeting a young Sean "P.Diddy" Combs. Topics include: Bed-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn; DJ Nab; hip-hop in Atlanta; She's Gotta Have It; Island Pictures; New York's Lower East Side and hip-hop; Michael Jordan and "Gotta Be the Shoes" Nike campaign; Attuck's Theatre hip-hop Nutcracker; Mid-Atlantic Black Film Festival; GZA; Liquid Swordz; Sean "P.Diddy" Combs. This interview is available only in Swem Library's Special Collections.

DJ P-Eazy and Michael "Sic Mic" Thurman oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 9, 2013. Sic Mic and DJ P-Eazy are Newport News hip-hop legends. This interview exists in two parts. Topics include: Newport News; BorNaturals; Newport News waterfront gentrification; Wixon Courts; Woodsong and Chantilly housing developments; uptown vs. downtown Newport News; Malachi Z. York; Crew Thick; Iron Curtain; Down Low Squadron; Blood Shot Eyez; Teflon Dons; School Boyz; The Lawbreakerz; record stores; venues.

Michael "Sic Mic" Thurman and DJ P-Eazy oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 9, 2013. Sic Mic and DJ P-Eazy are Newport News hip-hop legends. This oral history contains two parts. Topics include: Newport News; BorNaturals; Newport News waterfront gentrification; Wixon Courts; Woodsong and Chantilly housing developments; uptown vs. downtown Newport News; Malachi Z. York; Crew Thick; Iron Curtain; Down Low Squadron; Blood Shot Eyez; Teflon Dons; School Boyz; The Lawbreakerz; record stores; venues.

Photos, CD, Audio recording.

CD. "Burial Songs." GHGG Entertainment, 2013. Box 3.

Photograph of Sic Mic, DJ P-Eazy and Q45 taken by Kevin Kosanovich on February 9, 2013 in College Apartments, Room 9 after an oral history interview.

Letter of invitation from Dior Consulting & Management to attend a Press & Media event providing information about Newport News rapper Sic Mic's current and upcoming projects.

Two business cards, #TheBossDonproject.  One CD-case artwork insert for "The Bossdon Project" album.  Front-side features Sic Mic smoking a joint and the back-side of the insert lists the album's twelve songs including contact information for himself and the producers and other MCs featured on the album.  Also included on the back of the album is the message, "Free T. Gotti."  This is in reference to Newport News MC Antwain "Twain Gotti" Steward who was arrested on murder and weapon charges based on a tortuous, and largely unbelievable connection made by Newport News Police and prosecuting attorneys between a 2007 murder and lyrics from a 2012 song.

One 13x19 poster advertising Sic Mic's album, "The Boss Don Project."

Horace C. "Big B" Belcher oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 12, 2013. Big B is the last surviving member of the Boodah Brothers team featured on WOWI 102.9. The Boodah Brothers are responsible for introducing and growing hip-hop culture throughout Virginia since the early 1990s. Topics include: Denbigh High School; DJ Karee; club promoting; Boodah Brothers; DJ Law; Red Alert family; MC Spice; DJ Bee; Notorious B.I.G.; Fort Eustis; generational divide in hip-hop; WRAP; Jay-Z; Mike Lord.

Faysal Matin oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 20, 2013. Faysal Matin '14 is a DJ. Topics include: McClean, VA; William & Mary hip-hop culture; Streetz G4G; role of the DJ; crate digging; Serato vs. traditional DJing.

Two photographs of Faysal Matin. One photo taken in Swem Library's Media Center Studio. One photo taken by Kevin Kosanovich after Faysal Matin's oral history interview. The other photo was provided by Faysal Matin.

91 photographs of a Syndicate practice session and 1 Syndicate flyer. Gift of Jennifer Robinson, Class of 2011. Acc. 2013.294.106-2103.294.197.

Documents provide a history of Syndicate including Syndicate show flyers, photographs, programs, dance lists, a t-shirt logo, and other material. Gift of Carolyn Kovacs, Class of 2009, Syndicate member 2005-2009, president 2008. Acc. 2013.295.1-2013.295.8

Photographs and memories of Syndicate, a dance group at the College of William & Mary. Gift of Nikki Jedlicka, Class of 2007, founding member of Syndicate. Acc. 2013.296.

Mentor Records. Promotional Copy, radio and club versions. Box 3.

Box 1.

Box 1.

Motown the Musical in New York City. Box 1.

Jerome "JB da Pilot" Waller '13 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in Swem Library on September 19, 2012. Virginia Beach native Jerome Waller is also known as JB da Pilot and a member of the Mile High Club. Topics include: Virginia Beach; Mile High Club; recording; W&M hip-hop culture; Jay-Z; hip-hop fashion.

Album.

Photograph of Jerome "JB da Pilot" Waller taken by Kevin Kosanovich after Jerome's oral history interview. The photograph was taken in the Media Center Studios in Swem Library.

Keith "Adam West" Taylor '13 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in the Media Center on February 22, 2013. Keith grew up in Virginia Beach and is a member of the hip-hop crew, the Mile High Crew. Topics include: authenticity and hip-hop and rap; College Park and Virginia Beach; hip-hop culture in primary and secondary schools; W&M campus hip-hop culture.

Photograph of Keith "Adam West" Taylor taken by Kevin Kosanovich on February 22, 2013 in Swem Library's Media Center Studios after conducting an oral history.

Jarrod "J-Rod" Tanner oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on March 11, 2013. Jarrod "J-Rod" Tanner is a radio DJ on WNSB, Hot 91.1 FM. Topics include: Bronx vs. Virginia; Lex Luger; Juicy J; Filipino influence on bboys in Virginia Beach; JROD Brand; economics of Virginia hip-hop; college radio stations.

Photo of Jarrod "Jrod" Tanner taken by Kevin Kosanovich on March 12, 2013 after Tanner's oral history interview.

Contains two editions of "Frequency" magazine and colored photographs. The colored photographs are organized and identified by subject below. Jhunnipuz Elite: 5 photos Spunk Ichiban: 5 photos The Gypcees: 4 photos The Illegal Turntable Immigrants (The Flying Ginzu Brothers): 2 photos NoNaMes: 3 photos DMP: 4 photos Miscellaneous: 11 photos featuring a variety of events, jams, and people. Kleph Dollaz: 2 photos Bboys/Bgirls: 14 photos DJs: 8 photos including DJ Jayone, Disko Dave, DJ Lonnie B, and DMC events in VA Beach. Box 1.

Danny Rodriguez / Dan Tres Omi oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 27, 2013. Topics include: Zulu Nation; Virginia Beach; Virginia high school hip-hop culture; Bronx vs. Virginia hip-hop culture; WRAP; Filipino community in Virginia Beach; hip-hop culture in the military; graffiti writing culture in Hampton Roads.

Kentral "Handles" Savage oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 25, 2012. Topics include: Eastern Shore Virginia; music videos; New York City vs Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; Virginia State University; venues; Virginia Producers.

Tashawn Jones oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 23, 2012. Topics include: Record stores; blogs; New Jersey vs. Virginia hip-hop culture; Chesapeake; Norfolk; Old Dominion University; SHHO; Boodah Brothers; Disko Dave; hip-hop venues.

Keith "DJ K-Ski" Carter oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on February 28, 2013. Keith Carter is one of the first Virginia hip-hoppers, beginning in the late 1970s in the Petersburg and Richmond area. Topics include: DJ B-Wiz; Das FX; Virginia State University; Kid Capri; Jazzy Jay; hip-hop culture vs. rap culture; Soulsonic Force; Notorious B.I.G.; Magic City; DJ K-Skeen; Serato.

Digital flyers and images from Keith Carter / DJ K-Ski.

Shinobi Kush oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on May 1, 2012 at Kiwanis Municipal Park in Williamsburg, VA. Illinois native Shinobi Kush has been a longtime member of the Williamsburg, VA hip-hop community. Topics include: Zulu Nation; defining hip-hop; Williamsburg hip-hop history; record stores; hip-hop and the military.

Blair Ebony Smith oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on September 30, 2012. Topics include: record stores; importance of vinyl; sampling and hip-hop history; history of Student Hip Hop Organization and W&M; SHHO sponsored events; Richmond hip-hop artists; race and W&M.

Malcolm Venable oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 16, 2013. Malcolm Venable has written about Virginia musical culture for local newspapers and currently works as Brand Planner at the Martin Agency in Richmond, Virginia. Topics include: Petersburg, Virginia; Virginia State Univeristy; Teddy Riley; "Don't Believe the Hype" video Virginia Beach Greekfest riots; Richmond; Reggae; Virginia Informer; middle-class rap.

Desiree Williams oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on January 18, 2013. Topics include: Brownsville and Brooklyn; hip-hop culture in the military; Teddy Riley; hip-hop and New York boroughs; women and hip-hop; Bink Dog.

Lamar Shambley oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 15, 2012. Topics include: Brooklyn vs. Virginia; SHHO history; AMP; Syndicate; SHHO Sponsored events; Virginia Sound.

Mike "Joe Rugby" Williams oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on March 19, 2013. Topics include: airbrushing clothes; BorNaturals; Newport News; Double XL; graffiti; Richmond; Clipse; Shinzu; Word of Mouth; Old Dominion University; Norfolk State University; Zulu Nation; MC battles; Quasimoto; Exclusive magazine; Frequency magazine; Jhunniperz; Tapehustlerz; Bad Newz Connection.

Email from Mike "Joe Rugby" Williams listing Virginia hip-hop artists. The list is organized according to city.

Mike "Joe Rugby" Williams list of Virginia record labels.

Regan Sommer McCoy oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on March 20, 2013. Regan Sommer McCoy is founder of the Mixtape Museum and booking and tour manager for the Clipse. Topics include: Hampton University; New York vs. Virginia; mixtapes; Mixtape Museum; gender and music industry; gender and academia; Star Trak; Clipse.

Yazmin oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on March 20, 2013. Topics include: DJ K-Ski; Brooklyn; graffiti; battling culture in Virginia; Portsmouth; women in hip-hop; neo-soul; reggae; gospel hip-hop.

Todd Van Luling '13 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in the Berger Conference room in Special Collections on March 21, 2013. Todd Van Luling was station director of WCWM and Contemporary Culture director of Alma Mater Productions (AMP). Topics include: Herndon, Virginia; Hot 99.5 FM in Northern Virginia; AMP history with hip-hop; WCWM and hip-hop; Kendrick Lamar; Big Boi; house shows; Homebrew.

Alex Cousins '14 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on April 11, 2013 at the Grind Coffee House in Williamsburg, Virginia. Alex Cousins is a William & Mary student and genre director of hip-hop at WCWM, W&M's college radio station. Topics include: WCWM; Buffalo, New York; W&M campus hip-hop culture; Meridian Coffee House.

Rachael Faunce oral history conducted over the phone by Kevin Kosanovich on March 21, 2013. Rachael Faunce grew up in Suffolk, Virginia. As head of Rachael Faunce Enterprises, she is a marketing, public relations professional who has worked with various local and national music and entertainment artists. Topics include: 103 FM Jamz Fest; Notorious B.I.G.; Boodah Brothers; Southern Hustling Tour; DJ Stress; 92.1 FM The Beat; Felonius Monk; DJ Karee; Abu Unity Fest; Sic Mic.

Charles "Batman VA" Brown II oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on April 11, 2013 at Barnes & Noble in Hampton, VA. Charles "Batman VA" Brown grew up in a military family in Hampton, Virginia. He runs his own marketing and publicity company, Dark Knight Ent., as well as working with record labels such as Def Jam and Interscope. His career and oral history provides knowledge about "street teams" and street team marketing in Virginia. Topics include: street teams; marketing; branding; Def Jam; Mary Mack apartments; Hampton; 103 Jamz; Rob Love; Gerald "Gee" Daniels; Keith Barham; Jig; Virginia sound; military culture in Virginia; Travis Porter; Dark Knight Ent.; Verse Simmonds; 2 Chainz.

Photograph of Charles Brown II / Batman VA taken by Kevin Kosanovich on April 11, 2013 in Hampton, Virginia.

Black polyurethane foam hand with middle finger extended. Outline of hand is imprinted in white on foam shape with text "#IDFWU BIG SEAN" on front and "#IDFWU" on back. 5.5 in. slit in foam on bottom allows it to be worn on the hand. Measures 17.75 in. (length) x 9.5 in. (width). In excellent, unused condition with no visible defects. HHC 2015.064.01

Clear plastic (polystyrene) shot glass with black screen printing. Text reads, "Verse Simmonds / Buy You A Round" with a line drawing of a pair of glasses. Measures 2 in. (height) x 1.75 in. (top diameter) x 1.125 in. (bottom diameter). In excellent, unused condition. HHC 2015.065.01

Trophy with clear plastic medallion, which rotates atop a black four-sided angled base. Clear plastic round disk features engraved design, which reads "SMES / BRIDGING THE GAP SINCE 2001 / 2009." Base has attached plaque, reading "Promotor of the Year / DarkKnight Ent Batman." Measures 7 in. (height) x 3.5 in. (width) x 3 in. (depth). In good condition. HHC 2015.066.01

two small stickers with the "DarKnight Ent." logo on it.

Tickets, 2007-2012 to a variety of events throughout Virginia:  Summer Jamz 2008 (3 Tickets), Independence Day Jam (1 Ticket), Keyshia Cole (1 Ticket), Wiz Kalifa (1 Ticket), Future (1 ticket)

Mixtape CD in plastic sleeve with insert album artwork and information. The mixtape was hosted by DJ Tekniks, DJ Scream, and DJ Drama. The mixtape contains 19 tracks with featured performances from Yo Gotti, Big Sean, Tyga, and Too Short. Box 7.

One 10x16 poster advertising "DarKnight Ent." Batman VA's company is involved in branding, marketing, music marketing, and promotions.

Moe Money Mafia oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in Swem Library on May 13, 2013. Moe Money Mafia is a Virginia Beach based rap group. Topics include: Virginia Beach; Lou Delgado Studios; freestyling; Tappenhanock hip-hop history.

A'Kishia Edlow oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in the Burger Conference Room in Swem Library's Special Collections Research Center on May 7, 2013. A'Kishia Edlow grew up in Brownsville, Brooklyn and Atlanta, and currently lives in Virgnia. Edlow is a longtime promoter and manager with extensive relationships throughout the hip-hop nation. Edlow is Ghostface Killah' s tour manager and Sic Mic's manager under her managment company Dior. Topics include: Brooklyn; Atlanta; "Skew it on the Bar-B"; women and hip-hop; Wu-Tang Clan; Ghostface Killah; Sic Mic; 1000 Kings Walk.

Alice Yeh '12 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on September 11, 2012 in the Sadler Center. Alice Yeh was the co-captain of the William & Mary Bboy Club, SMILES Crew from 2011-2012. As co-captain she helped create the Origins bboy show. Topics include: SMILES Crew; Northern Virginia; race and hip-hop; gender and hip-hop; breaking; W&M campus hip-hop culture; Syndicate; W&M SHHO; James Madison University; Lionz of Zion; Guerilla Will.

Matthew Argao '13 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on September 13, 2012 in the Sadler Center. Matthew Argao was co-captain of William & Mary Bboy Club, SMILES Crew from 2011-2012. Topics include: race and hip-hop; James Madison University; SMILES Crew; William & Mary campus hip-hop culture; breaking; Virginia.

Raghav Veluri '13 oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on September 13, 2012 at William & Mary. Raghav Veluri maintained "Circles," a weekly cypher bringing together all elements of hip-hop culture on campus. Meeting at the Phoenix Seal on Landrum Drive, students interested in hip-hop culture or who practiced hip-hop culture were invited to participate. Topics include: freestyle; beat boxing; breaking; music; race and hip-hop; history of "Circles"; internet and hip-hop; William & Mary campus hip-hop culture.

Photographs of a Circle's cypher session at the Phoenix Seal run by Raghav Veluri on September 10, 2012. Participants include Raghav Veluri, Qi Chen, David Loebman and Aron "Chowdah" DeSimone.

Aron "Chowdah" DeSimone oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on September 25, 2012. Topics include: W&M Bboy Club; SMILES Crews; Culpepper, Virginia; punk vs. hip-hop; dance styles; breaking; issues of race and hip-hop participation; Origins I and II; George Mason University and James Madison University bboy events; Lionz of Zion.

Qi Chen oral history conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 4, 2012. Topics include: Adelaide, Australia; China; bboying in Asia; Elmo; YouTube; Bboy Club and SMILES Crew; Kodachrome.

Nolan Chao oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 6, 2012. Topics include: Old school and classic hip-hop; hip-hop culture on campus; UCAB/AMP; Bboy club history; issues with Syndicate; Tribal Breaks; DJing; DJing vs. breaking; breaking and internet; serrato technology; Lionz of Zion.

Alexandra Court oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 9, 2012. Topics include: Vienna, Virginia; hip-hop in high school; gender issues in hip-hop; W&M and hip-hop; pajama party; Sadler Center; crew vs. club member.

Benjamin Yoo oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich.  Topics include:  Richmond; Los Angeles; Korean participation in breaking; Syndicate; W&M Bboy Club and SMILES Crew history; Asian American perspective on hip-hop culture; Explosion of Soul Crew; Kodachrome; Virginia Commonwealth University.

David Loebman oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 30, 2012. Topics include: Richmond; YouTube; W&M hip-hop culture; graphic art; James Madison University; jump style.

Nicole Brown oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on October 2, 2012. Topics include: bboy club and hip-hop at W&M; Meridian Coffeehouse; top rocking and floor work; James Madison University and Circles event; Tribal Breaks; gender and bboying; Kodachrome; NOVA.

Guerilla Will and Mike Miller oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on April 11, 2013 at Olive Garden in Norfolk, Virginia. Guerilla Will is a former president of the Virginia Beach Zulu Nation Chapter, bboy, Taglish Tees employee, host for numerous hip-hop events and all-around hip-hop dynamo. Mike Miller is co-creator of Taglish Tees, a street wear clothing company steeped in hip-hop and Filipino culture based in Virginia Beach. Topics include: Taglish Tees; Zulu Nation history in Virginia; International Soul Society; record stores; Thai Pan; Jewish Mother; Fuzzy's on Wednesdays.

Photo of Mike Miller and Guerilla will taken by Kevin Kosanovich after conducting their oral history interivew on April 11, 2013. Photo was taken in Norfolk, Virginia.

Artifact. Gray cinch bag with black back straps. The front of the bag features a depiction of a white tribal man with a white spear dancing. The dancing man is surrounded by a white circle. "TAGLISH TEES" is written in white below the depiction. Beneath "TAGLISH TEES" is written "Culture, Style, Expression" in white. At the bottom of the front "WWW. TAGLISHTEES.COM" is written in white. There is a Taglish Tees information card inside the bag. The bag measures approximately 17.25in. (length) x 13.375in. (width). It is in excellent condition with an approximately 12.5in. crease in the middle of the bag. There is also a crease going down the length of the bag. HHC 2013.160.03

Mike Miller and Guerilla Will oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on April 11, 2013 at Olive Garden in Norfolk, Virginia. Guerilla Will is a former president of the Virginia Beach Zulu Nation Chapter, bboy, Taglish Tees employyed, host for numerous hip-hop events and all-around hip-hop dynamo. Mike Miller is co-creator of Taglish Tees, a street wear clothing company steeped in hip-hop and Filipino culture based in Virginia Beach. Topics include: Taglish Tees; Zulu Nation history in Virginia; International Soul Society; record stores; Thai Pan; Jewish Mother; Fuzzy's on Wednesdays.

Melvin "Magoo" Barcliff oral history interview conducted over the phone by Kevin Kosanovich on April 15, 2013. Growing up in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia, with Timbaland, Larry "Live" Lyons, Pharrell Williams, Missy Elliott, and Pusha T and No Malice of Clipse, Magoo is a member of Virginia hip-hop royalty. A member of Surrounded By Idiots (SBI) in the early 1990s, Magoo achieved international fame as one half of Timbaland and Magoo in the late 1990s. Among his many projects, Magoo can currently be heard offering music business insight and advice on Hot 91.1 FM. Topics include: origins of "Magoo"; "Rappers Delight"; WOWI; bboying; Larry Live; Timbaland; Freedom of Speech Posse; K-Quick; Andre Harrell; DeVante Swing; Pharrell Williams; Surrounded By Idiots; Chad Hugo; Virginia Beach; Teddy Riley; Songwriting; Timbaland & Magoo; Aaliyah; Record Stores; Gangsta Rap.

Jimmy Green oral history interview conducted over the phone by Kevin Kosanovich on March 27, 2013. Topics include: Frank Nitti; Virginia Grime Family; military and hip-hop culture; graffiti; Big Shizz; Boycott Radio; 7 cities mentality.

Ike Owens oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in the Burger Conference in Swem Library's Special Collections Research Center on April 17, 2013.  Ike Owens is Harlem transplant living in Norfolk.  Owens is responsible for promoting many of the first hip-hop events and concerts in Virginia.  Topics include:  Norfolk; Old Dominion Universtiy; Norfolk State University; Bishop Willis; New York and hip-hop culture; WRAP; Surrounded By Idiots; Gospel and hip-hop connection; Daddy Jack Holmes; Norfolk Soul; MC Spice; Greekfest Riots; McCories Graffiti Shop; Herman Valentine; Regan Henry; DJ Heartattack; Al B Silk; Ice T Thomas; Soul Ranger; Teddy Riley; Rodney Jenkins.

Photograph of legendary VA promoter Ike Owens taken by Kevin Kosanovich on April 17, 2013 in Swem Library's Burger Conference room.

Two copies of an event flyer that reads in part: Another College Boyz Production, The Ultimate After Party Celebrating W&M Homecoming 2013; Doing it after dark @ the Cove. Box 1.

Music.  Dragonspit Jones, "The Ugly Truth LP"

Theo Jamison / Intalek oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich on June 28, 2013 in the Burger Conference room in Special Collections. Topics include: Los Angeles vs. Virginia; Virginia musical style; creative process; poetry and lyrics; defining hip-hop.

2013.165.1. Digital files contain 15 tracks.

From Bandcamp: "The July 2010 success of the original 10-track "Lives And Vibes" EP from Intalek and Ritchcraft sparked an even deeper release from the duo, giving rise to this newer and stronger 14-track album. Still holding on to the original work, Intalek and Ritchcraft created 4 more tracks for the fans to enjoy."

Accession 2013.165.2.

Digital files consist of 2 tracks.

Accession 2013.165.3

Digital file contains 18 individual tracks.

Two copies of the cd "L.A. VA Tape" by Intalek and EOM. The recording was produced by G-Man Mangement, LLC. Box 3.

One copy of the cd "G.R.O.W." by Motive, a member of the hip hop group Aspire to Inspire. Box 7.

Acc. 2014.152. Small flyer for Intalek's LA to VA mixtape. The flyer provides a bandcamp address to download the album. There is a picture of Intalek with a microphone stand across his shoulders, as well. The back of the flyer features the logo and web address of GMan Entertainment Music Group, presumably Intalek's label.

Digital files consist of 7 tracks

CD. "The Duct to Da Lawns." Pre Entertainment, 2005. Box 3.

CD. "BORNATURALS." Box 3.

CD. "Deeply Rooted 5." Nex N' Line, Inc., 2001. Box 3.

CD. "Pink Cookies." B.M.G., 2013. Box 3.

CD. "We the Best Presents . . . Rum." Box 3.

CD. "DJ Jack of Spade Presents: Trunk Music." Box 7.

Justin "JSAR" Saar oral history interview conducted by Kevin Kosanovich in the Burger Conference Room in Swem Library's Special Collections Research Center on May 31, 2013. JSAR is a Newport News recording artist. Topics include: Newport News; Richmond; DJ Bobby J; hip-hop and technology; Norfolk State University.

Box 3.

Two copies of fliers for a J'sar show at the Iguana in December 2013 and two copies of fliers promoting J'sar to perform at Shaggfest 2014 in Virginia Beach. Box 1.

Digital files consist of 22 tracks

Album.

Song: "Library." Mp3 file of the rap song that Jon Houghton (a.k.a. "J-Diz") at William & Mary composed about VCU's Cabell Library late last year. It was a product of Swem's media lab.

Digital files consists of 28 tracks.

Cascade Records podcast featuring Ohbliv. According to Cascade Records: " This is the second podcast of the new year, courtesy of our dude Ohbliv from Richmond, Virginia. Everything from smooth jazzy joints to raw soul bangers, this is 30 minutes of pure butter. Oh is a super talented cat." (Acc. 2013.172)

Song from the 2011 compilation album, "Eat More Blunt Guts." [ No release/rights.]

"Body Ride" is included on Ohbliv's 2011 mixtape, "EZ Widas." [No release/rights.]

Ohbliv's track, "bahdiyap," released on the HW&W Volume 1 mixtape.

Klipmode's Klipkasts features guest artists and their mixes. Ohbliv composed the third edition of this series.

Album. Ohbliv released, "New Black Renaissance (Side B)," on February 20, 2012. "Side B" was the follow-up to his album "New Black Renaissance (Side A)" released in October 2011.

Ohbliv's album, "Ohblique" was released digitally on Bandcamp.com on September 13, 2011.

Ohbliv released the digital album, "Hydrosub" on December 15, 2010.

Album.  Ohbliv released "Rugged Tranquility" in 2009.  "Rugged Tranquility" represents Ohbliv's first full-lenght beat tape released digitally.

"Soulphonic" is an Ohbliv composition commissioned by SHHO.  According to SHHO, "If you ever wanted to know what Richmond sounded like sonically, this is it. Sit back and enjoy." 2013.172.11

This album is a collaboration between Sir Froderick and Ohbliv ("Sir-Bliv). Sir-Bliv: "Wholly Rollers LP." . Released 2013. 2013.172.12

Play Cloths released this mixtape for the holiday 2011 season.

Fear of God II: Let Us Pray is the major record label debut and extended play by American hip hop recording artist Pusha T, released on November 8, 2011, under G.O.O.D. Music. The EP serves as his first project with Kanye West's GOOD Music label.

The Rubber Peeple released their mixtape, "Tighten Up Mixtape ft. DJ S-Dot" on October 19, 2012.

Flyer for The Nutcracker performed at the historic Attucks Theatre in Norfolk on December 7-8, 2012.

Flyer for Da Block morning radio show on 103 Jams. Da Block features Anguz Black and DJ Bee.

Final flyer for the Origings II event held November 17, 2012 in the Sadler Center. Bboy crews performing: MF Kidz, Crewcial, VCU Poppers, Akademix, Blank Canvas, SMILES Crew, Urban Individuals, Bamboom, Havikoro.

Flyer for California rapper Lil B's, aka Based God, three Virginia concerts. He performed March 25-27 in Springfield, Virginia Beach, and Richmond, respectively. Amped&Alive and N.I.C.E. Entertainment promoted Lil B's concerts.

Flyer for Action Bronson's June 19, 2013 concert at the Kingdom in Richmond. VA. Opening acts included 360 Boyz, Teleport Team and THALSD. Kingdom & Kulture were the concert promoters. 2013.176.11

One 11x17 poster promoting Ludacris' album, "Ludaversal."

One 12x18 poster for Soulstice Reb'l, "Reb'lution" album release party at The Norva, 11.15.14.

One 8.5" X 11" flyer with Kons the Child in the top right corner and Charles Diamond in the lower left corner. The flyer also contains time and location of the festival. The festival took place Saturday, April 18, 2015 at the Meridian Coffeehouse at the College of William & Mary.

Artifact. Black t-shirt featuring a movie poster-type picture on the front. The background has a red and orange stereo speaker. The foreground has a ghostly figure with a green mask and green hands and long fingernails. The ghostly figure is holding a woman wearing a white tank-top with long brown hair. The woman looks as if she is dying. "GHOSTFACE KILLAH" is written in white screen print at the top of the movie poster-type picture. Below the "H" in "KILLAH" "IN" is written in orange screen print. At the bottom of the poster "TWELVE REASONS TO DIE" is written in black with white outline and orange shadow. The shirt is a size large and is in good condition with a 0.25in. unraveled seam in the back at the bottom. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich, American Studies Ph.D. Candidate. HHC 2013.261.01

Artifact. Black t-shirt with a featuring a white "X" in white rugged-type font on the front. Next to the "X" is an "O" also in white rugged type font. In between the "X" and the "O" there is a white heart. The shirt is a size large. It is in good condition. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich, American Studies Ph.D. Candidate. HHC 2013.261.02

Artifact. Black t-shirt featuring a blue comic bubble on the front. "WORDS BEATS & LIFE" are written in yellow hip hop graffiti font inside the blue comic bubble. There is a red bleeding shadow behind "Words Beats & Life" and a star as the dot of the "I" in "LIFE." On the reverse of the shirt at the top "WORDS BEATS & LIFE INC." is written in white screen print. Below that is written "Teaching·Convening·Presenting" in white. Beneath that is written "Hip-Hop" in white. The shirt is a size large and is good condition with an approximately 0.75in. crease on the "S" in "WORDS" on the front. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich, American Studies Ph.D. Candidate. HHC 2013.261.03

Artifact. White t-shirt featuring a gray city skyline and subway. There are also four men wearing hip-hop style clothes. They are green at the top and gray at the bottom. "35th" is written in white and yellow-green hip hop graffiti at the top of the city skyline. "Anniversary" is written below the "35th" in white script. Underneath that is written "ROCK STEADY CREW" in white, yellow and green hip hop graffiti. The reverse of the shirt has "35th" written in black hip hop graffiti, "Anniversary" in black script, and "ROCK STEADY CREW" written in black hip hop graffiti. There are logos of sponsors for the event below the writing. The shirt is a size large. It is in good condition with a 0.5in. white spot with brown specks below the foot of one of the men on the front. There is also a 1.5in. green stain at the bottom of the picture on the front, a 0.25in. green stain at the bottom front seam on the wearer's right and far left, and a 2in. green stain at the bottom of the shirt on the wearer's left. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich, American Studies Ph.D. Candidate. HHC 2013.261.04

Artifact. Blue t-shirt. "Break Free" is written in black with white outline in baseball script on the front. Under "Break Free" is written "11" in black with white outline in baseball number font. HaviKoro, a b-boy crew from Houston, Texas, performed at ORIGINS: SCW II, held November 17-18, 2012 at W&M's Sadler Center and Campus Center. The shirt is a size XL and is in good condition. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich, American Studies Ph.D. Candidate. HHC 2013.261.05

One CD in slip case with the With Good Reason logo and program information printed on the CD. Guests for the "Hip Hop, You Don't Stop," program included Kevin Kosanovich from the College of William & Mary, Nikki Giovanni from Virginia Tech University, Jim Borling from Radford University, and John Adam from Old Dominion University. Box 7.

Four tickets to the June 7, 2014 Z104 Shaggfest Concert held at the Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach outdoor concert venue. Shaggfest is annual concert festival organized by Brandon Stokes, aka Shaggy, a radio DJ at Z104. Virginia Breach's own Pharrell Williams headlined the festival.

One sticker from the Cornell Hip Hop Collection. The sticker features a picture of Afrika Bambaataa taken by the hip hop photographer Ernie Paniccioli, the "mixtape" Cornell Hip Hop Collection logo, and the url Preservinghiphop.org running along the bottom of the sticker.

1-gray 100% acrylic sweatshirt that features a head shot of the Notorious B.IG. wearing sunglasses in black on the front. The sweater is a size large and is in good condition. There is lint all over the sweatshirt. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich. HHC 2014.189

1-navy blue sweatshirt that features a depiction of a red panda with blue and white fur above two white row boat oars that are crossed. "EST." is printed in white on the wearers right of the crossed oars and "MMX" is printed in white on the wearer's left of the crossed oars. at the bottom of the sweatshirt, right above the pocket, "CREW" is printed in white. The sweatshirt was made by Mannie Willis-Distinct Nature Clothing. It is made of 50% cotton and 50% preshrunk polyester and is a size large. It is in good condition. There is lint all over the sweatshirt. Gift of Kevin Kosanovich. HHC 2014.190

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Made in Italy: Let's Dance Medley with the tracks: "You are a Dancer," "Happy Children," "Dolce Vita," "Kalimba de Luna," "Comanchero," "Tarzan Boy," Masterpiece," "Vamos A la Playa," "The Night," "Disco Band," "Self Control," "Bad Boy," and "Easy Lady," "Let's Dance." Side A includes all tracks; Side B Includes the dance version of all tracks. A red circle feature on the album's cover reads "Featuring Rap Version by Tony "B" - G.Q. "Jay"." LP is stamped "Promotional Copy Not For Sale." Milan, Italy. 33 1/3. Box 4.

Tony B. and the Electric Warriors. Side A: "So Hot"; Side B: "Brickhouse". Disco Mix. Modern Music Productions. Italy. LP is the size of a standard 33 1/3 rpm record, but is actually pressed as a 45. Box 4.

Includes single edit, instrumental, radio mix and acapella versions of sides A and B. SoVa Records was based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Box 4.

One copy of the CD "Jinwen" (roughly translates as "Censored News") by XYZ (Zhong Xiangyu). Tracklist: 1) Intro; 2) Still Martial Law; 3) Soulless; 4) ABC; 5) Kau-ka-T; 6) Manifest Plainness, Embrace Simplicity. Box 7.

CD. "The Earth Is Sour." Box 3.

CD. "Finally." Box 3.

CD. "Level II." Box 3.

CD. "Seed Is." Members include Nikki Kilgore, Buttafly, Biggs, Mike Peace, Tom Smith, Big Daddy Rich, Jeris Quinn, J.P. Lilliston, and Dawg. Box 7.

CD. Recording of live performance that occurred on September 15, 2001 at the Umoja Festival. "Seed Is..." Box 3.

CD. "What-Chu Heard? The Real 'Remix'." Box 7.

CD. "A Conversation with my Son." Box 3.

CD. "A Kids Life." Box 3.

Audio cassette tape. "Never Too Young."

CD. "The Mixtape." Box 7.

CD. "Home Grown." Box 3.

CD. "Promotional CD." Box 3.

CD. "Love and War Sampler." Box 7.

CD. "Love and War." Box 7.

CD. "Advance CD-Promo." Box 3.

CD. "Day Ina Life." Box 3.

One poster advertising the Fresh Radio sponsored DJ Bee & Kool DJ Red Alert event celebrating the 40th anniversary of hip hop culture, by "edutaining you through the years of hip hop." The event was held at the Jewish Mother in Norfolk, VA on August, 30, 2013.

Two name tags with the William & Mary Hip Hop Collection logo. The name tags were signed in August 2013 during a campus visit to American Studies and Swem Library. One name tag has DJ Bee's signature and "Fresh Radio." Kool DJ Red Alert signed the other name tag and included "Respect !!!"

Poster for Vince Loyal's single, "Don't Be Scared."

Two business cards for Alan Jones, aka DJ Alboog, professional DJ.

CD single with artwork for Virginia Grind Family (VGF) member Vince Loyal's "Don't Be Scared," featuring Misaya and produced by Beat King. The CD and artwork was manufactured by Coastal Media.

Virginia Grind Family (VGF) member Voe Black's single, "Guapo," produced by Yello Banks.  The CD and included artwork was manufactured by Coastal Media.

Signed poster for Virginia Grind Family member Voe Black's single, "Guapo"

Six issues of Elemental Renaissance (ER) magazine. ER was published by Grover C. Winfield III, out of his Norfolk, VA apartment. ER began as a newsletter circulating at Old Dominion University on September 25, 1999. The purpose of ER was to introduce readers to hip-hop's "4 elements": the break dancer, the graffiti artist, the DJ, and the MC. In addition to Grover Winfield, Danny Rodriquez (Dan Tres Omi), another collection member, also wrote for the magazine. Issues donated: October 2000, Volume 1, Issue 1 February 2001, Volume 2, Issue 1 June 2001, Volume 2, Issue 2 January 2002, Volume 2, Issue 3 November 2002, Volume 2, Issue 4 June 2003, Volume 3, Issue 1

Jay Quan's "Urban Legend" CD was released in 2003 by JAH Music. The album includes 11 songs, including the singles, "Five Mics" featuring Grandmaster Caz & Grandmaster Mele Mel, and "Get Down."

Jay Quan, "5 Mics" featuring Grandmaster Caz and Grandmaster Mele Mel, 12" vinyl single.  Produced by Dr. No, Side A features 3 tracks: the vocal cut, the radio edit, and the instrumentals.  Side B features remixes of the three cuts on Side A.  The 12" LP was released by JAH Music in 2003.

Jay Quan's comic advertising his single, "5 Mics," was autographed at the top with the note, "To: W&M." The 6 panel comic situates Jay Quan's single within a history of hip-hop culture descended directly from legendary MCs Grandmaster Caz, Grandmaster Mele Mel, and Kool Moe Dee. A duplicate, non-autographed copy is also included.

One autographed press photograph of "The First Sons Original Recordings."  The photograph is undated, but was most likely created in the 1990s.

One DVD case for Sho Flacco's No Plan B: Mixtape and Movie. Included in the case is a CD for the mixtape and a DVD containing the movie. No Plan B was created and distributed in associate with Inner Circle Entertainment.

One CD and artwork for Mz Meka's album, "Queen, I Am." Included in the slip case is a business card for Mz. Meka and her Soul Rebel Nation.

Two copies of CD in sleeve with artwork for Evan Barlow's album, "Trials to Triumph." Artwork includes information concerning the albums songs, production information, and management contacts. Box 7.

One DVD in jewel case with insert artwork. The artwork has pictures of hip hop cultural figures including Jim Jones, Pusha T, Chyanne Jacobs, and DJ Baby Drew, among others. The title of the DVD is, "Phenom DVD: Independence Day."

One CD in jewel case with insert artwork for Prano the Youngin's album, "Break the Mold." Involved in producing this record were Lab Ratz, The Dirtyworkas, Cash Rules Conglomerates, and Upper Room Studio. Additonally, Cymandye Lady-C created the album artwork.

One CD in cardboard case of Egami Reh's "Egami Reh's Story Time." Cover art features a cartoon rendering of Egami Reh traveling through space surrounded by a variety of images including a bboy, a beetle holding a crystal, a book, and several mytiscal shapes and renderings.

One flyer and one small gatefold flyer for Studio X, Xclusive Media. Studio X offers digital printings, video, photography, and music services. Studio X is located in Virginia Beach.

One paper flyer advertising the The Buffalo Boyz MC's The Great Pretenders event held May 18, 2013.  The Great Pretenders are performers who assume the personas of famous R&B, Soul, and Funk musicians including Aretha Franklin, Teddy Pendergast, Prince, Al Green, Whitney Houston, and Millie Jackson, among others.  The Buffalo Boyz Motorcycle Club are a Williamsburg-based African American motorcycle club with roots stretching back to the 1970s.

One CD in jewel case with insert artwork of Hudson & Guam's "Visions."

Four tickets from Mic Hog Competions: two from June 2, 2014 and two from July 5, 2014.

Two paper flyers advertising the "William & Mary Hip Hop Collection: Mic Hog Competion" held June 2, 2014 at the Cove Tavern in Williamsburg, Virginia.  Featured artists included A.P.E., Labratz, Maino, Stunna Steam, Tay Activist, Versa Kyle, and Plug Set Records.

Two newpaper articles featuring Hudson & Guam. One article, "Guam Duo Hip-Hopping to Stardom" was published Sunday, July 20, 2014 in the Marianas Variety--Guam Edition newspaper. The second article, "Hudson and Guam Going Big," was published Friday, July 25, 2014 in the Pacific Daily News.

2-brass medals that feature a laurel leaf around the edge. "William and Mary Hip Hop Collection" is printed in black block letters at the top in an arc. "Mic Hog Competition Champion" is printed in black block letters in an arch at the bottom in an arch. In the middle of the medals is a depiction of a hog holding a mic in its mouth. The logo for the William and Mary Hip Hop Collection to the right of the depiction. Beneath the depiction but above "Mic Hog Competition Champion," "Hudson and Guam" is printed in black block letters. The back of the medals has "William and Mary Mic Hog Champion" engraved in black on a oval background. "China" is engraved in raised letters on the bottom of the back of the medals. The medals are attached to black lanyards by a golden colored hook. The medals measure approximately 2.5in. in diameter and the lanyards (including the hook) measure approximately 16in. The medals are in good condition. Both medals have light scratches all over them and medal "b" has a small copper colored spot on the back at the top right side of the oval platform. HHC 2014.164.05ab

1-wooden plaque that has a black metal mount with a silver outline. At the top of the mounted piece there is a depiction of a hog holding a mic in his mouth outlined in silver. To the right of the depiction the logo for the William and Mary Hip Hop Collection is displayed. At the bottom of the mounted piece "William and Mary Hip-Hop Collection/ Mic Hog Competition Champion/ Presented by Hudson and Guam/ Honorary Judges/ Cymandye aka Lady-C of hiphopsince1987.com/ on this day of June 2, 2014." is engraved in silver. The plaque has a plastic protective cover over the mounted piece. There are two 2.875in. holes on the back of the plaque, one positioned horizontally on the top and the other positioned vertically on the left side, by which the plaque can be hung. The plaque measures approximately 5in. (width) x 7in. (length) and is in good condition. There are air bubble spots all over the plastic covering the mounted piece. HHC 2014.164.06

1-wooden plaque that has a black metal mount with a silver outline. At the top of the mounted piece there is a depiction of a hog holding a mic in his mouth outlined in silver. To the right of the depiction the logo for the William and Mary Hip Hop Collection is displayed. At the bottom of the mounted piece "William and Mary Hip-Hop Collection/ Mic Hog Competition Champion/ Presented by Hudson and Guam/ Honorary Judges/ Doug "DJ Teddy Bear" Perry of Hot 91FM/ on this day of June 2, 2014." is engraved in silver. The plaque has a plastic protective cover over the mounted piece. There are two 2.875in. holes on the back of the plaque, one positioned horizontally on the top and the other positioned vertically on the left side, by which the plaque can be hung. The plaque measures approximately 5in. (width) x 7in. (length) and is in good condition. There are air bubble spots all over the plastic covering the mounted piece. The plastic is peeling off on the top left corner and the bottom right and left corners. There is also a white stain on the plastic above the "o" of "of" in "On this day of Jusne 2, 2014." HHC 2014.164.07

1-wooden plaque that has a black metal mount with a silver outline. At the top of the mounted piece there is a depiction of a hog holding a mic in his mouth outlined in silver. To the right of the depiction the logo for the William and Mary Hip Hop Collection is displayed. At the bottom of the mounted piece "William and Mary Hip-Hop Collection/ Mic Hog Competition Champion/ Presented by Hudson and Guam/ Honorary Judges/DJ Strez of Hot 91FM/ on this day of June 2, 2014." is engraved in silver. The plaque has a plastic protective cover over the mounted piece. There are two 2.875in. holes on the back of the plaque, one positioned horizontally on the top and the other positioned vertically on the left side, by which the plaque can be hung. The plaque measures approximately 5in. (width) x 7in. (length) and is in good condition. There are air bubble spots all over the plastic covering the mounted piece. HHC 2014.164.08

1-wooden plaque that has a black metal mount with a silver outline. At the top of the mounted piece there is a depiction of a hog holding a mic in his mouth outlined in silver. To the right of the depiction the logo for the William and Mary Hip Hop Collection is displayed. At the bottom of the mounted piece "William and Mary Hip-Hop Collection/ Mic Hog Competition Champion/ Presented by Hudson and Guam/ Honorary Judges/ Cymandye aka Lady-C of hiphopsince1987.com/ on this day of June 2, 2014." is engraved in silver. The plaque has a plastic protective cover over the mounted piece. There are two 2.875in. holes on the back of the plaque, one positioned horizontally on the top and the other positioned vertically on the left side, by which the plaque can be hung. The plaque measures approximately 5in. (width) x 7in. (length) and is in good condition. There are air bubble spots and columns all over the plastic covering the mounted piece. HHC 2014.164.09

One CD-R in paper packaging with a binder clip. On the pack of the packaging, the track list information is written. Box 7.

The Source Magazine #259.  On page 83 of the magazine, HipHopSince1987.com is listed as #30 on the Digital Power 30 list.  Quinelle Holder and Cymandye Russell signed the magazine.

1-white t-shirt that has "HIPHOP87/HIP HOP SINCE 1987.COM" printed in white on the front in graffiti-style block letters. There is a black background behind the white letters. The t-shirt was received by Special Collections staff during the 2nd Annual Hip Hop Collection Celebration at the College of William and Mary on April 3, 2014. The t-shirt is made of 100% preshrunk cotton and is a size extra-large. It is in excellent condition. Gift of Quinelle Holder. HHC 2014.186

1-black t-shirt that features an abstract design resembling a cow's head in silver with a white outline. Above the design "MUSTAFA" is printed in black with a white and silver outline. Below the design "MALIK" is printed in black with white and silver outline. Below "MALIK" "DESIGNS™" is printed in white. "CLOTHING THAT DUZ DA BODY GOOD™" is printed in white below "DESIGNS™." This shirt is a 25th Anniversary MMD (Mustafa Malik Designs) Retro T-shirt design. It was received by Swem Special Collections staff during the 2nd Annual Hip Hop Collection Celebration at the College of William and Mary on April 3, 2014. The t-shirt is made of 100% cotton and is a size large. It is in excellent condition. Gift of Mustafa Malik Shabazz. HHC 2014.187

Two photocopied documents.  The "Green Book" is 37 pages long and primarily instructs members on the regulations and expectations of Zulu Nation members.  The Green Book is composed of six sections of Infinity Lessons including the history of hip-hop, Afrika Bambaataa, and the Zulu Nation philosophy.  The "Black Book" is 65 pages long and provides the spiritual and metaphysical underpinnings of the Zulu Nation.  Additionally, the Black Book provides further Infinity Lessons examining history, dietary issues, and philosophical matters.

The Journal of the Moorish Paradigm, Book 8, by Hakim Bey. The booklet is signed by Afrika Bambaataa, founder of the Universal Zulu Nation, the most important cultural institution in hip-hop. Book 8 focuses on "Divine Law Governs All Events." The booklet is comprised of stapled, printed sheets of paper. The booklet is approximately 48 pages long.

The DVD is an interview conducted and produced for the Bronx Museum with Afrika Bambaataa. The interview focuses on the origins of hip-hop culture and the Zulu Nation in the Bronx during the 1970s.

Stretch Dolla, "The Wrong Time to Hate," CD.  The CD is contained in a plastic sleeve with a slip-in art card.  The CD has 15 songs.

2 copies of Versa Kyle's CD, "No Struggle, No Progress." The CDs are held in two slip cases with art cards. There are 20 tracks on the album.

One CD by Soul Sun, titled "Limitless." The CD is held in a cardboard case. There are 18 songs on the album. Box 7.

Black cotton t-shirt with red and white screen printing. Text on the front reads "DRUGZ" in red with handwritten letters and underlined. Illustration in white of a gas mask with "TAKEOVER" in black at the top. Shirt size is 2XL, and measures 32 in. (length) x 38.5 in. (width). In excellent, unused condition with no visible defects. HHC 2015.016.01

Founded in November 2008 by Prince Hakeem, Famous Radio has become an important force in Virginia online radio.  Featuring regional and national news, interviews, and music, Prince Hakeem and the Famous Radio family continue to support Virginia's dynamic hip-hop culture.  After Famous Radio moved into a larger studio in 2014, they donated these doors to the hip hop collection.  The studio doors provide an important, and unconventional, record of the many musical artists that call Virginia home. Two doors and four pieces of door frames containing the tags of the artists and hip-hop cultural makers that visited Famous Radio.

One letter from Brian Owens aka Liquid addressed to Kevin Kosanovich written in pen on a sheet of 8X11 spiral notebook paper.  The letter serves as Brian's introduction to Kevin Kosanovich about his various projects and involvement in Virginia's hip-hop scene.

Two copies of Liquid's mixtape, "Feel Free." Each copy contains a CD in plastic sleeve with an insert cover art. The mixtape has 10 songs. Box 7.

One CD in plastic case. Insert cover art features picture of The Special Guests performing. The album contains seven songs. The Special Guests is Brian Owens' hip-hop, blues, funk band featuring a live DJ and horn section.

One CD case containing the album, "Weep No More." Included is an insert cover-art with a picture of a statue weeping. There are sixteen songs on the album.

Black cotton t-shirt with white screen printing. Logo on front features a spirit holding a microphone. Text on back reads, "GHOS MERCK" with the logo in between. Shirt size is M, and measures 29 in. (length) x 31.5 in. (width). In excellent, unused condition with no visible defects. HHC 2015.061.01

One CD in plastic slip case, titled "Dirstorted Noize." The CD has 20 tracks. Box 7.

One 8' x 11' GhosMerck Promotional Photo.

Red and white plastic cup resembling a disposable red Solo® cup. Sticker applied to the side of cup reads "Red Cup Gang." According to the group's promotional website, "The 'Red Cup' symbolizes the focus on the positive things in life. 'Gang' symbolizes the bond between people." Measures 5 in. (height) x 4.125 in. (top diameter) x 2.5 in. (bottom diameter). In excellent, unused condition. HHC 2015.058.01

One informational flyer for the Society of Hip Hop & Education organization.

Orange drawstring backpack with white screen printing. Bag is made of an orange non-woven polypropylene with black drawstrings. Text reads "BM&e BATTLE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT WWW.BME757.COM." Bag measures 16 in. (length) x 15 in. (width). In excellent, unused condition. HHC 2015.089.01

Included in this folder are three items.  One double-sided informational card advertises BM&E Presents television show on one side, and BM&E managed artist, Golden Boy, on the flip side.  One promotional card promoting "Red Cup Gang," and Young Rell.  Finally, the promotional items also include an upper-case 'C' sticker above five stars.

White cotton pocket t-shirt with blue, yellow, red, and black screen printing. Text on the front reads, "BATTLE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT" with an illustration of tanks with speakers attached. Text in black on back reads, "BM&e BATTLE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT." Shirt size is 2X-Large, and measures 33.75 in. (length) x 42 in. (width). In good condition with .75 in. blue paint smudge on right sleeve and 4.5 in. light brown line near tag. HHC 2015.092.01

Blue transparent plastic water bottle with screw on sport-top lid. Water bottle is made of polyethylene terephthalate with molded, textured indents for fingers on sides. "BM&e BATTLE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT WWW.BME757.COM" is screen printed in white on sides. Measures 8.75 in. (height) x 2.75 in. (diameter). In excellent, unused condition with no visible defects. HHC 2015.095.01

Navy blue cotton t-shirt with white screen printing. Text on the front reads, "Lights On ME" with outline images of two spotlights, with two logos below,  "96.7 the BLOCK non-stop hip hop" and "BM&e BATTLE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT." Text on back reads, "WWW.BME757.COM." Shirt size is 3X-Large, and measures 34 in. (length) x 43.5 in. (width). In excellent, unused condition with no visible defects. HHC 2015.093.01

Two copies of Beachie Ball's CD single, "Aye Aight," produced and distributed by Battle Music & Entertainment (BM&E). The CD single is shrinkwrapped in a cardboard case. The cover features a photo of Beachie Ball superimposed over photos of signs locating Beachie Ball's hometown of Portsmouth, VA. The back cover lists the songs five versions of "Aye Aight": a "dirty" version, a "clean" version, the instrumental track, an a capella version, and a "clean" a capella track. Box 7.

CD EP, "The Reveal" by Kahlil Cade. The CD is in a plastic slip cover with inserted artwork and a business card for Slim Beats Music (SBM). The CD has four tracks. Box 7.

One plastic CD case with insert artwork. The promotional EP contains six tracks. Box 7.

One CD in plastic case with insert artwork and CD-R of the album. "Toilet Wine" contains 21 tracks. The CD was released by Gritty City Records in 2013. Box 7.

One CD in plastic jewel case still shrinkwrapped. The album contains 20 tracks. "The Resume" was released by Gritty City Records in 2011. Box 7.

This compilation album was released in February 2014. The album features a variety of Gritty City Records' artists including Johnny Ciggs, Pandemic, Fan Ran, Skweeky Watahfawls, and Teddy da Bear. The album also features production from Roanoke, VA hip-hop legend, Poe Mack. The CD is packaged in a plastic jewel case with insert artwork and a CD-R. Box 7.

Black Liquid's "Best Of" CD features 10 tracks that spans his 16 album recording career. The CD is housed in a paper sleeve. Box 7.

BTS's "Edition" is a two song EP, featuring the songs "Let's Go" and "BTS Song." The CD is housed in a plastic jewel case with front and back insert artwork. The CD-R is signed by Pernell Nelson, aka Porno P, and Justin Galleto, aka J. Gibbs. Box 7.

Two informational booklets in bound plastic folders.  Each booklet is approximately 10 pages long and provides the history, rationale, and methodology informing the P.O.P. program.

One sealed DVD case for the film, Troop 491: The Adventures of the Muddy Lions. This movie was written and directed by Richmond, VA filmmaker, Praheme. Box 7. Description of the film: "Troop 491 follows Tristan, an adolescent boy coping wth live in the inner city. Tristan's mother enroll him in he Boy Scouts in an effort to keep him off the streets. When Tristan witnesses a murder, the local thug demands his silence. Tristan learns, with the help of his new friends in the Boy Scouts, that doing the right thing is not always easy."