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On April 16, 2018, Kendrick Lamar made Pulitzer Prize history as the first rapper to win the award in music. But beyond that, it was the first time the award didn’t go to a classical or jazz musician. Typically, the prize recognizes classical compositions, traditional orchestration, jazz, opera, a cappella, and similar artistry. But that year, a mainstream rapper was given the honor, and he remains the only one since […]

Dave Mustaine has always thought very highly of Dave Mustaine. His self-confidence is quite well documented. In a new interview, though, he seemed to imply that the “Big Four” of thrash metal would not have been as good without his influence. For posterity’s sake, the Big Four is the collective name given to Metallica, Megadeth, Slayer, and Anthrax. They were seen as the four biggest thrash bands of the 80s. […]