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What's Good Detroit!

The hip-hop world is on fire today with some major announcements that'll make you want to turn up the volume!

• 🎵 Public Enemy just dropped a surprise album and they're letting fans name their price! The legendary group is marking 35 years of "Fight The Power" with their first Royal Albert Hall show in a decade.
• 📺 LL Cool J is taking us back to where it all started with a new five-part documentary series on Paramount+. Get ready to see hip-hop's rise from block parties to worldwide fame.
• 💫 From social media sensation to marketing queen, Cardi B's incredible rise shows how she turned viral moments into major money moves.

Time to turn up these fresh beats and catch up on all the latest!

Music

Sample Ethics for Rap Songs: The Complex Relationship Between Hip-Hop and Musical Borrowing

From street DJs looping funk breaks to modern producers crafting hits, sampling sits at hip-hop's core. But what happens when creativity meets copyright? We break down how artists like Jay-Z, Kanye West, and J Dilla turned musical pieces into fresh masterpieces, while tackling the tricky world of music rights. Plus, find out how AI might shake up everything we know about sampling.

Life & Style

Chronically Late? You Might Have 'Time Blindness'

It's 7:28, and you're not dressed. By 7:45, you're still hunting for matching shoes. At 8:00, you send that text: "Traffic is wild!" (but you haven't left home yet). Sound familiar? You might be dealing with "time blindness" - a real condition that affects how your brain processes time. This isn't just about bad habits - it's a documented challenge that shows up more often than you'd think, especially if you've got ADHD. Want to stop those constant apologies for being late? We've got some practical tricks that actually work.

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What's happening in Detroit?

• Tacos Take Over Royal Oak: Hit up South Troy Street from July 3rd-6th for the tastiest tacos in town! Grab your squad and come through for cold drinks, hot beats, and endless taco options. The fun kicks off at 4PM daily!
• African Festival Turns 22: Pull up to Fenkell Avenue on July 4th at 11AM for this can't-miss celebration! Get down with live music, killer dance moves, and mouth-watering food that'll keep you coming back for more.
• 6 Mile Food Fest: Roll through West McNichols Road on July 4th at 3PM for Detroit's biggest food party! Local spots showing off their best dishes, plus live entertainment that'll keep the good times rolling until midnight.
• Cherry Festival Up North: Worth the trip to Traverse City (49684) from June 28th through July 5th! Eight straight days of parades, air shows, concerts, and yes - cherry pie eating contests! The whole family can get in on this action, running all day every day.

🎬 Lights, Camera, Stream

Ready for something new to binge? The hottest new movies and shows hit your favorite streaming platforms this week. Each one's got people talking online. Check these out to catch what's fresh and hot!

• Netflix – The Old Guard 2: Charlize Theron and Uma Thurman team up in this action-packed sequel about immortal mercenaries. Critics can't stop raving. Stream it now on Netflix. Watch on Netflix
• Amazon Prime Video – Heads of State: John Cena and Idris Elba bring the heat in this political action-comedy, fresh from theaters. Watch on Prime Video
• Disney+ – Ironheart (series finale): Riri Williams takes on The Hood in this Marvel hit's season closer. Watch on Disney+
• Netflix – The Sandman: Season 2: Neil Gaiman's fantasy masterpiece wraps up with two parts - July 3 and July 24. Watch on Netflix

From superheroes to laughs to dark tales - there's a perfect pick waiting. Grab your snacks and get comfy with these fresh hits!

That's a wrap on today's Detroit buzz!

We kicked it off with Public Enemy's surprise drop and their big Royal Albert Hall show. LL Cool J's taking us back with a fresh documentary series, while Cardi B keeps making money moves. We dug into the art of sampling in hip-hop and tackled that tricky thing called 'time blindness.'

Detroit's bringing the heat with Lisha B. & Clay ready to hit the streets in the Morning Rollout. Plus, the city's cooking up some good times with taco fests, African celebrations, and food parties from Royal Oak to 6 Mile. And if you're up for a road trip, Traverse City's Cherry Festival is popping off!

Keep it locked to 105.1 The BOUNCE - we'll catch you Friday with more Detroit flavor!