It was only in 2018 when hip-hop surpassed rock 'n' roll to become the most popular music genre in the U.S., but its glory was short-lived. In 2023—the year when hip-hop celebrated its 50th birthday— ...

Two months ago, I tweeted: “Best year of hip-hop. EVER. #2024.” and the Internet’s feisty commentators tore me up. Pardon my excitement and wild proclamation, but I haven’t felt this good about the ...

The Best New Hip-Hop This Week includes albums, videos, and songs from Aminé, Key Glock, and Quavo. Even light weeks like this one have their gems. For reference, just check out Rico Nasty’s latest ...

On Friday night, over 5,000 hip-hop fans dressed in tuxedos and evening gowns attended Young Jeezy’s “Let’s Get It: Thug ...

"They didn't look at it like it was a form of art." It's been 34 years since 2 Live Crew shocked the entertainment world with their album "As Nasty as They Wanna Be," complete with sexually explicit ...

Dot's transition into a fully realized storyteller also provided glimpses of the artistry that would later make him a ...

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As hip-hop has grown into a billion dollar industry, hooks from R&B singers have helped rappers take over the pop charts, and hip-hop has, in turn, influenced the changing sound of soul music. Rakim’s ...