R.I.P. to a legend and an inspiration to us all Gil Scott-Heron died Friday afternoon in New York, his book publisher reported. He was 62. The influential poet and musician is often credited with being one of the progenitors of hip-hop, and is best known for the spoken-word piece "The... Read more...
Gil Scott-Heron’s I’m New Here drops next Tuesday, February 8th. * Funny how he hasn’t released an album in 15 years but is willing to give away his music like this, one week in advance of the official drop date. You hardheads could learn a thing or two. Via: Read more...