Christopher McManus

Christopher found his passion in writing about Hip-Hop when he was 15 years old creating blogs for MySpace and Facebook. A graduate of Print Journalism from Hampton University, Chris has a desire to push the culture of Hip-Hop with a youthful flair and thirst to learn more with each project he set out to do. Whenever he is not writing, he indulges in Pro Wrestling videos and Basketball highlights.

Boyz II Men Break Records: August 31 Hip-Hop History

As we mark the end of August and the eventual close of summer, a controversial rap star is born, Mariah Carey expands her voice, and Boyz II Men proceed to destroy the charts.

How The Pharcyde’s ‘Labcabincalifornia’ Exemplified Growth

The group's sophomore album show growth from the foursome, but also marked the beginning of the end for the West Coast rap group.

N.W.A. Births a New Era of Hip-Hop: August 8 in Hip-Hop History

One of the most defining albums in hip-hop history was released 30 years ago today. Also on this day in hip-hop history, we have a Lil' rapper's debut single, a defining album from Rick Ross and more.

The South Joins Rap’s Coastal Feud: August 3 in Hip-Hop History

Beyonce goes dancehall, Wu-Tang introduces their first solo star, Andre 3000 makes a declaration for the south on hip-hop's biggest stage, and more in today's hip-hop history.

Common Chases the Winning Formula with ‘Finding Forever': July 31 Hip-Hop History

Today’s Hip-Hop and R&B History focused on two separate years with album anniversaries sprawling across the East Coast, West Coast, and Midwest.

Happy Birthday Jennifer Lopez + More: July 24 Hip-Hop History

On this day we celebrate the life of an iconic singer and actress, the release of a New Jack Swing comedy and more.

‘Whoomp There it Is': July 20 in Hip-Hop History

Today in hip-hop history, we celebrate the lives of a Houston rap legend, a legendary actor and the release of highly significant albums from legendary gro

July 16 Hip-Hop History: Chill Mitchell is Born, Mariah Carey, Young Jeezy + More

On this day in hip-hop and R&B history, Compton’s Most Wanted released their sophomore album, Mariah Carey takes a drastic creative turn, and Young Jeezy becomes an overnight rap superstar.