Aretha Franklin's Undeniable Influence on Hip-HopAretha Franklin's Undeniable Influence on Hip-HopWhile the iconic singer's impact on soul, pop R&B is well-documented, her considerable contributions to hip-hop are often overlooked.Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard
Ghost Town DJ's "My Boo": Throwback Video of the DayGhost Town DJ's "My Boo": Throwback Video of the DayDid you know Lil' Jon played a part in the success of this classic Atlanta cut?Safra DucreaySafra Ducreay
Lil Kim vs Everybody: A Guide of Her Most Notorious BeefsLil Kim vs Everybody: A Guide of Her Most Notorious BeefsAs a 20-year veteran, Kim has seen her fair share of hip-hop beefs on and off wax, here's an outline of her most infamous beefs.PreezyPreezy
Did Lauryn Hill Steal 'The Miseducation'? Did Lauryn Hill Steal 'The Miseducation'? Was Robert Glasper correct in his claims that Lauryn Hill "stole" her debut album? The answer isn't as black and white as you may think. Safra DucreaySafra Ducreay
Ghostface Announces New Album, First Single Features Snoop + E-40Ghostface Announces New Album, First Single Features Snoop + E-40The Wu-Tang vet's new album, 'The Lost Tapes' is kickstarted by a new single with E-40, Snoop Dogg and LA the Darkman. Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard
Bobby Brown Wants to 'Rock Wit'Cha': August 15 in Hip-Hop HistoryBobby Brown Wants to 'Rock Wit'Cha': August 15 in Hip-Hop HistoryStars who have emerged from the city of Compton include Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar and today’s birthday boy Anthony Anderson, who still pays tribute to his hometown. Let’s start with his birth in 1970 and check out some more August 15 milestones.Tamara PalmerTamara Palmer
Political Party Wants LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes to Run for GovernorPolitical Party Wants LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes to Run for GovernorA new hip-hop political party is on the rise.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
LL Cool J - 'I'm Bad': Throwback Video of the DayLL Cool J - 'I'm Bad': Throwback Video of the DayForget Oreos, eat Cool J cookies...Safra DucreaySafra Ducreay
Lady of Rage Makes GoFundMe Page to Help With Mystery Illness Lady of Rage Makes GoFundMe Page to Help With Mystery Illness The rapper is looking to raise $150k to help with medical bills. Safra DucreaySafra Ducreay
Nas Names His Top Five Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time Nas Names His Top Five Hip-Hop Songs of All-Time Slick Rick, Public Enemy, Run DMC, Eric B. and Rakim and MC Shan all make the cut for Nas' Top 5.Jacinta HowardJacinta Howard