Coachella 2012 has had what has already been dubbed the best performance of all time, in its first weekend of concerts. The late Tupac, who was murdered in 1996, made an appearance and performed one of his greatest hits "Hail Mary", via hologram. According to sources, the performance was the $100,000-$400,000 idea of Dr. Dre, and was successfully pulled off, as audience members were captivated by the spitting images of Tupac, his style, and his 'performance etiquette'. It is definitely one of the biggest "must see" moments of concert history. Check it out:

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SONG: Your Letter

ARTIST: 112

ALBUM: Room 112

WHAT MAKES THE SONG MEMORABLE?: The meaning behind these lyrics is amazing, as it plays out in 5 minutes & 26 seconds of pure song. The initial feeling when receiving “that letter” was one any hopeless romantic could only wish led to a happy ending. The song had an introduction, a climax, and a conclusion that could only be as touching, and realistic if sung the way it was.

For those who may not know, or be familiar with the songs actual meaning. ‘Slim’ found a letter “lieing on the floor” from his girlfriend. He picked it up, figured that she left it there for him to find on his own time and read, so he did. Throughout the song ‘Slim’ talks about what the letter said (“It said you loved me, but you didn’t know the words to say. It said you’d never knew that you could ever feel this way. It said you only wished someday that I would feel the same. In your letter - your letter”), and how he felt when reading it. He never thought that she’d love him the way she had expressed in the letter. He was touched beyond any explanation (“I was so happy that I almost cried, to think that you would think of me that way. It’s like you took my sweetest dream, and made that dream come true. I will be with you… alwaysssss”). Then, in the bridge, “I saw a name I didn’t recognize. I felt the tears come to my eyes.” The letter wasn’t for him. It was for someone else who she had longed for. (“Seems like the love you’ve been longing for… was not a love like mine”).After that realization, everything in the hook changed from me to him. And the tears that were once for happiness, turned to tears of distraught.

WHAT IS THE FEELING THE SONG SENDS OFF?: Love, romance, heartbreak, & hopelessness. 

OVERALL RATING OF THE SONG 1-10 SCALE: This song would get a complete 10 from me. The vocals, the manipulation of the beat (i.e raising the tempo as the plot thickened), as well as the harmony, all played a part in making this song as effective as it was. Definitely one of the greatest songs of the era. It will NEVER get old to me. This is the type of music that needs to be brought back.

Until recently, I never was as intrigued in voiceovers and editing as I am now. Check out the latest voiceover from 'voice over actor' Marcus Miller here

$wank$’ - which is derived from the actual word ‘swank’, which means "to display one's wealth, knowledge, or achievements in a way that is intended to impress others" - is a rapper from Bridgeport, CT, ready to take the world by storm. Being a fan of some of the greatest contributors to Hip Hop based on their lyricism, $wank$ is inspired by Styles P, Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G., and Tupac. He sees Hip Hop as a genre that allows uncensored expression, and utilizes just that by displaying his talents to the likes of himself and not others, thus speaking on his own thoughts, experiences, and feelings. With that, $wank$ says "I will push the message of doing what you see morally fit to cater to your self-esteem and empower yourself", and he does that not only with his music, but with the messages being portrayed within it.

Having started writing music in 2005, $wank$ hasn't formally expressed his interest in music production until 2010, and had his first performance in the winter of 2012. The long wait to expose his craft was a personal decision for the artist. However over this time $wank$ has honed in on his skills and has been able to use his lyrics, music, and beats to encourage self-love and self-confidence.

$wank$ is currently working on his first official project, rightfully titled, "In Due Time". This project will "give listeners the many interpretations and energies of ‘swank’, both man and the movement. It will be a raw depiction of how I feel about college, my hometown, and my people which may come off as satirical, but honest nonetheless." What makes $wank$ standout most, is his dedication to remaining himself throughout the course of his work, "I pledged to myself to be creative and distinct from my competitors while not sacrificing the realness and the sincerity of my message".

Below is a song off his debut project, "In Due Time". The song titled "Everybody" (a remake of Mac Miller), sheds light on the artist's desire to remain true to who he is as a person and an artist, suggesting that he'd rather be a 'nobody', than an 'everybody'. The song was inspired by those who are constantly following "fads" and trends, but also used for the declaration of $wank$' own individuality.

$wank$ has created a team, consisting of a DJ and a clothing line, and is indeed heading in the right direction. Check him out on Twitter @SwankGang_e_G and stay posted to his latest project at http://www.hotnewhiphop.com/SwankGangwsb/profile/.