TACKY is the new HAPPY
Since its inception, Insomniac Magazine has covered a wide variety of topics within the music industry. The next few months will be an exciting time for our publication as we delve into television, film and especially comedy. It's fitting...
Insomniac Roll Call
Insomniac Magazine is all about coverage for independent artists around the world...BUT we have to know who you are. Rappers, Rockers, Comedians, Musicians, Singers, Actors, Producers, etc. go to the comments section below & tell us a little about...
Tracy Morgan returns home
Comedian Tracy Morgan has always maintained a hip hop sensibility in his stand up routines, television work and most importantly, his outlook on life. Instead of rehashing the events of his recent accident or showing photos you can see...
Action Bronson takes a bathroom break
Action Bronson is one of the most energetic and lyrically dexterous emcees on the scene today. Check out "Dr. Lecter," "Blue Chips" and "Blue Chips 2" for proof. Simply put, he's a great entertainer. Whether he's rhyming in a...
Tupac has left the building
If you live in the New York City area you've probably noticed the endless onslaught of commercials, billboards and ads hyping up the Tupac Shakur musical, "Holler If Ya Hear Me." Well, Sunday night, after 38 performances and 17...
KRS-One & the TRUE meaning of Hip-Hop
A year ago, the brilliant and always fascinating KRS-One traveled to The Netherlands to grant Hip-Hop scholarships to worthy recipients & discuss...well, I'll let you find out for yourself. If you haven't seen this video yet & "think"...
Afghan Whigs’ new video is more Hip Hop than most “hip hop”
The Afghan Whigs is packing more Hip Hop in their new video than most rappers today ever will. Beyond a sizzling track, the break crew is killing it on the "Matamoros" video.
Aana Tijoux drops authentic Hip Hop with international flair on “1977”
It's been a while since a female emcee has approached the game on lyrical prowess instead of glam. Here, the French-Chilean artist drops some jewels reminiscent of early '90s "Cool Like That" crew Digable Planets. (As a side note,...
Public Enemy- Hoover Music
Public Enemy continues to show and prove what Hip Hop is. Enough said.
BB King: The Inspirational Life of a Living Legend by Tony Samuel
Musical Statesman and "King of The Blues"
BB King: The Life of Riley is a powerful documentary, which shows the origin of the legend we now know as the “King of the Blues”. Born into poverty and a segregated Mississippi,...
