Make THE Record, Classic Artist Criteria & Cultural Observations

The episode begins with the concept of being qualified by making THE record/song. The discussion then moves on to the classic criteria for artists, with examples given of Madonna, Kendrick Lamar, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Beyonce, Run-DMC, and Jay-Z & what they have in common. The episode concludes with an analysis of the current state of African American culture and what they are missing.