Get Schooled: A Hip-Hop and R&B Study Guide
August is coming to a close and while it signifies summer's end, it also marks the beginning of a new school year for a wealth of students. With class back in session, The BoomBox is teaching some valuable lessons with this Hip-Hop and R&B Study Guide. Not in tune with rap veterans? Can you never quite get a grasp on R&B's roots? Not a problem. From solo acts to groups, there's a bunch of lyricists and singers to listen to but we've narrowed them down to a select few -- though there are so many more to include. Adding these 10 essential albums to your collection will have you on your way to understanding the fundamentals of hip-hop and R&B. After all, it's never too late to get schooled.
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