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The L.A. Riots At 25 & Its Burning Effect On The Hip Hop Generation
How the acquittal of four white cops in the Rodney King trial propelled gangsta rap to momentarily become most powerful music in the nation.
Review: The Faze Impresses With Cali Spin On GZA's "Liquid Swords" Album
Who's says there's no hope for today's Hip Hop youngsters?
"Nas Is Like" Just May Be Nas' Most Important Record
Eighteen years after the release of "i am…," Nas fans need to let go of hoping for the 2nd Coming of "Nasty Nas" but pay homage to the clear fork in the road of his artistic career.
Review: Westside Gunn's "Riots On Fashion Avenue" Hints His Best Is Yet To Come
The Flygod goes out with guns blazing like Larry Davis, but curbs your enthusiasm like Larry David.
Tajai Of Souls Of Mischief Talks Mahershala Ali's Days As A Rapper Signed To Hiero Imperium
EXCLUSIVE: The Oscar-winning "Moonlight" actor used to moonlight as rapper Prince Ali.
Chuck D Reflects On Clyde Stubblefield's Impact As Hip Hop's Most Sampled Drummer
EXCLUSIVE: The Public Enemy MC reflects on the drummer's legacy.
Trapademics: Georgia Tech Now Has Course Dedicated To Trap Music
EXCLUSIVE: Dr. Joycelyn Wilson explains how she reaches a new generation by analyzing the work of Migos and Gucci Mane.
Contradiction? Pharoahe Monch Remembers Being Told He Killed Hip Hop Just Like Mumble Rappers
The never ending generational rap gap conversation continues but according to Troy Jamerson, it doesn't have to. After all, he's one of the most respected lyricists of all time. What does he know?
Remember What Happened Last Time Mike Tyson Made A Diss Song?
The year was 1998 and the odds heavily favored the underdog. And yet and still, Iron Mike watched his understudy fall flat on the canvas. Could history repeat itself?
Review: After "RTJ3," Run The Jewels' Reign May Have Run Its Course
Rap’s grinches set out to steal Christmas and ran off with a few new gifts.
Veteran Comedian & Memorable Hip Hop Skit Personality Ricky Harris Passes Away
Harris appeared in many of Snoop Dogg's skits and videos.
Hoopin' At 125: 10 Greatest Basketball Rap Songs of All Time
The game of basketball is 125.
Chicago R&B Singer Johnny P of "Po Pimp" & "Smile" Fame Dies
The Chicago Hip Hop world reacts to the sad news of Chicago R&B singer Johnny P’s death.
Organized Konfusion Forever Rep For Chicken Lovers On Thanksgiving
Don't pull a fowl on the play.
Review: Hi-Tone Finds Clarity With "No Xanax Needed" Despite Somberness
Kick this drug habit for me and my DJ.
Russell Simmons, Chuck D, DMC & More Examine Beastie Boys' "License To Ill" Impact
Thirty years later, all that stands is a Great American Rap Album.
Rejoice & Listen To A Tribe Called Quest's New LP "We got it from Here… Thank You 4 Your service”
The group's swan song features André 3000 and Kendrick Lamar.
Riot Ensues At Desiigner Massachusetts Meet & Greet, Police Put Entire Mall on Lockdown
Timmy Turner been wishing for... glass and bricks?
An undeniable trendsetter in rap journalism, Dave Mays has seen his fair share of wins and controversy. As his publication Hip Hop Weekly approaches 10 years on shelves, DX contributor Dana Scott gauges his fellow Bostonian's thoughts on the transitions Hip Hop journalism and award shows have endured over the years and what to expect
Chris "Kid" Reid Reveals Kid 'n Play's Dumbest Career Mistake & Talks Narrating NFL Show "Undrafted"
EXCLUSIVE: Since his Kid 'n Play days, Chris Reid has been keeping busy doing stand-up comedy and voiceover work.
Screw What You Think, Torae Is Down To Defend R. Kelly's Legacy
Exclusive: The microphone controlling host of Sirius XM's "The Tor Guide" runs down his favorite guests from his impressive Hip Hop show.
