The Kendrick-Drake Battle Exposes DJ Vlad’s Culture Vulture Ways

The Kendrick-Drake battle has sparked a new conversation in the Hip-Hop community, shedding light on the issue of culture vultures like DJ Vlad. Vladislav Lyubovny, known for his controversial interviews and questionable tactics, is facing backlash after a recent Twitter exchange with author and Princeton University Professor Morgan Jerkins.

After Kendrick Lamar released his track “Not Like Us,” Vlad took to Twitter to criticize the song’s mixing quality. When Jerkins called him out, stating that his opinion was not needed on this Black issue, Vlad responded by threatening to contact Princeton and report Jerkins for saying a white person shouldn’t voice their opinion on Hip-Hop.

This incident is just one of many where Vlad has crossed the line in his pursuit of controversial content. Known for coaxing artists into incriminating themselves on camera, Vlad’s exploitative tactics have drawn criticism from both fans and industry insiders. Despite his attempts to defend his actions, the Hip-Hop community is calling for accountability.

Vlad’s handling of the situation with Jerkins reflects a larger issue within the industry: a lack of respect for boundaries and a focus on sensationalism over substance. As the conversation around culture vultures continues to grow, it’s clear that the tolerance for exploitative behavior in Hip-Hop is diminishing in 2024.

It’s time for DJ Vlad to face the consequences of his actions and for the industry to prioritize integrity and respect in its coverage of artists and culture. The reckoning he’s facing may be long overdue, but it’s a necessary step towards creating a more ethical and inclusive Hip-Hop community.