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Interview: The D.O.C. on vocal rehabilitation, Tupac and mental health

The D.O.C. is one of the most important figures in hip hop’s history. As a founding member of the G-Funk style that was popularised by Dr. Dre, NWA, Eazy-E, Outkast and Snoop Dogg, The D.O.C.’s music legacy is undeniable. From penning lyrics for the greats like Dre at 18-years-old, to writing on one of the…

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The Iris Interview: O’Shea Jackson Jr talks Straight Outta Compton, Oscars, career goals & more

O’Shea Jackson Jr. is following in his father’s footsteps alright. His dad, better known as Ice Cube, hit the acting scene hard in 1991 (the year O’Shea Jr was born) with Boyz n the Hood, an in-depth drama about South Central L.A that remains one of the most highly praised films about African-American youth ever…

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Founding member of N.W.A, DJ Yella, announces tour of Australia and New Zealand

DJ Yella will be returning to Australia next year for the first time since N.W.A biopic Straight Outta Compton renewed worldwide interest in The World’s Most Dangerous Group. A founding member of the pioneering gangster rap group, Yella remains one of the most respected DJ’s and producers in hip-hop. He was out here for a…

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Hip hop veteran The D.O.C is coming to Australia with a former CEO of Death Row Records

Box office smash Straight Outta Compton has renewed a universal interest in not just The World’s Most Dangerous Group N.W.A, but the entire story surrounding the pioneering west coast icons, including those closely associated with the story. You don’t get any closer than The D.O.C, legend in his own right, who helped co-write many of…

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