Rhymes interrupted: 7 hip-hop legends silenced before 40
In the pulsating world of hip-hop, where words flow like rivers and beats echo the rhythm of urban life, some of the most profound voices
October 27, 2024
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In the pulsating world of hip-hop, where words flow like rivers and beats echo the rhythm of urban life, some of the most profound voices
Hip-hop and rap music have long been intertwined with controversy, largely due to stereotypes society has attached to these genres. These music styles have been
In a recent episode of the “Nightcap” podcast hosted by Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson, hip-hop mogul Rick Ross opened up about his involvement in
50 Cent “wasted too much time” arguing with his rap rivals. The rap star has feuded with the likes of Ja Rule, Fat Joe and
Real rap is making a comeback. Off the heels of what might be the greatest rap battle ever between Drake and Kendrick Lamar — Lamar
The ongoing feud between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake has reignited discussions about the intricacies of rap culture and the linguistic prowess it showcases. This
In an exclusive interview with rolling out, Robert Scoop Jackson delved into the challenges he faced as a Black journalist in a field with limited
Kandirra is someone you might call a culture architect. Her company, Kandirra Inc., has clients around the globe — including brands like BBC, MTV and
Rap legend Kurtis Blow shares his excitement over The Hip Hop Nutcracker and reflects on 50 years of hip-hop in a candid interview with rolling
Entrepreneur Shara McHayle shares how her love of hip-hop- inspired hoop earrings inspired her to create her jewelry business, Hoop 88 Dreams.
EPMD co-founder and superproducer Erick Sermon doesn’t want to hear about a “comeback” for New York hip-hop. The rap veteran was dismissive of the suggestion during a recent interview and he explained that people just aren’t paying attention.
Rah Digga had some choice words for Iggy Azalea. During a recent interview with ThisIs50, Rah criticized Azalea for not being herself on her records.
This week, Roots drummer/producer Questlove published the first in a six-part series of essays for Vulture called “When the People Cheer: How Hip-Hop Failed Black America.” The piece, a thoughtful examination of hip-hop’s current place in pop culture, resonated deeply with me.
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The inundation of hip-hop culture in particular, in the form of music and videos is having a significant impact on the behavior of a sizable
Jay-Z is the epitome of the American dream. He’s a man born of the slums who, through perseverance, sacrifice and skill, worked his way to
