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Stuck Off the Realness: Prodigy's Dark Poetry Defined the Grimy Soul of 90s New York Rap
The famed Mobb Deep rapper carved his own space in hardcore hip-hop.
Capone-N-Noreaga's 'The War Report' Brought Listeners to the Frontlines of the Streets - 20 Years Later
We salute Capone-N-Noreaga's stellar debut album, 'The War Report,' on its 20th anniversary.
They Reminisce: Pete Rock & C.L. Smooth's 'Mecca and the Soul Brother' Turns 25
Two friends from Mt. Vernon crafted a soulful masterpiece.
Gucci Mane Overcame His Demons to Become Rap's Greatest Redemption Story
Guwop was able to pull off the hardest trick in rap: a 2nd act
'I Saw a Pool of Blood on the Floor': Revisiting the Irving Plaza Shooting One Year Later
It's been one year since the infamous shooting at Irving Plaza.
Mary J. Blige's 'Strength of a Woman' Finds Power In Vulnerability [ALBUM REVIEW]
Mary J. Blige turns pain and abuse into motivation, strength and empowerment.
Kendrick Lamar Isn't Hip-Hop's Savior--Pray That He Remembers That
Kendrick's best when Kendrick's unsure.
DJ Cassidy Talks Playing for Obama, Jay Z and Oprah; and Making Music for 'The Get Down'
DJ Cassidy's resume runs long and deep.
U Mad? 6 People Who Got in Their Feelings About Kendrick Lamar
Don’t let it surprise you if some of these same folks are seen tweeting up praises over the next few days.
Did T.I. Really Create Trap Music? Three Atlanta DJs Weigh In
Did trap music exist before T.I.?