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When Jay Electronica Casts Stones at Rappers, Here's Why You Should Pay Attention
While neither Drake nor J. Cole has commented on the words Jay Electronica has fired in their direction, it does raise a few questions. The most pressing one being: does Jay Electronica even have the right to call out these rappers? If so, what gives him the clearance to? We explain.
30 Years Later: Sheila E.'s 'Romance 1600' Album Is Far From Bizarre
On the 30th anniversary of Sheila E.'s sophomore album, 'Romance 1600,' The Boombox takes a look back at the singer's glamorous achievements.
10 Years Later: Proof's 'Searching for Jerry Garcia' Is More Prophetic Than You Think
Ten years ago, rapper Proof delivered his sophomore album, 'Searching for Jerry Garcia,' a prophetic project that proved his ever-growing potential. On its 10th anniversary, we take a look back at its shining moments.
Nicki Minaj's Awkward Role in Meek Mill and Drake's Rap Beef
Nicki Minaj is the woman caught in the middle of the rap beef between her boyfriend Meek Mill and good friend Drake. We examine the awkward role she plays as these two men go to war.
Raekwon's 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx' is a Wu-Tang Masterpiece
Twenty years ago, Raekwon released his classic 1995 debut album, 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx.' Take a trip down memory lane as The Boombox revisits this seminal LP and explain why it's still a hip-hop masterpiece.
10 Years Ago: Trey Songz's 'I Gotta Make It' Album Births an Unlikely R&B Superstar
When Trey Songz released his debut album, 'I Gotta Make It,' in 2005, the R&B world was welcoming a star. On its 10-year anniversary, revisit the many gems this project has to offer.
Young Jeezy's 'Thug Motivation 101' Album Is the Playbook for Go-getters Worldwide
On the 10-year anniversary of Young Jeezy's 'Let's Get It: Thug Motivation 101,' The Boombox examines how the album served as a playbook for go-getters worldwide.
15 Years Later: 'Who Is Jill Scott?' Is a Reminder That Love Is a Beautiful Mess
Fifteen years after the release of her debut album, 'Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1,' we revisit the project, which serves as a reminder that love is a beautiful mess.
How 2 Live Crew's 'Banned in the U.S.A.' Album Gave the Finger to the Powers That Be
When it comes to raunchiness in hip-hop, 2 Live Crew reign supreme. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the group's 'Banned in the U.S.A.' album, we take a look at how they gave the finger to the powers that be.
Meek Mill, 'Dreams Worth More Than Money' [ALBUM REVIEW]
Is Meek Mill's sophomore album, 'Dreams Worth More Than Money,' worth a spin. We take a listen to the project to let you know if it's a hit or a miss.