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HiiiPower: Kendrick Lamar's Discography Deconstructed
To celebrate "To Pimp a Butterfly's" one-year anniversary, relive how Kendrick Lamar went from mortal man to rap deity through his catalog's retrospective.
Smoke DZA & Harry Fraud - He Has Risen
Kush God adds yet another proper wake and bake soundtrack to your daily routine.
Gotti has hustled much harder for his CMG studio empire in the past but the signs of rap boss are still present.
Consistency often compensates for lack of creative strides and thankfully, Stalley has a firm grip on his craft.
On his studio debut, Mr. IDGT is every bit as personable as advertised on social media.
Meek Mill is finally making the much ballyhooed "Drake beef" interesting.
Umi Says: A Deep Journey Through Mos Def's Discography
One writer's odyssey through the oeuvre of the artist formerly known as Mos Def.
DJ Premier's D&D Studios Has Shuttered, But The Music & Memories Created There Live On
DJ Premier, Steele, Statik Selektah, Lil Fame, and Tek recount the legendary times they spent at the iconic D&D studios.
The Doppelgangaz - "Beats For Brothels Vol. 3"
New listeners, especially ones with faint stomachs, will have trouble latching onto "Beats For Brothels Vol. 3."
9 Beloved Yet Overrated Albums From The 90s
We reconsider these nine 90s staples whose stars have dwindled slightly over time.
In the wake of their highly touted joint-album "PRhyme," DJ Premier and Royce Da 5'9 reveal the stories behind ten pre PRhyme records including how the death of Proof inspired "Ding."
"Nothing Was The Same" finds Drake showcasing new skills--trimming the unnecessary songs, and focusing on narrative details.
Lil Wayne - Dedication 5 (Mixtape Review)
"Dedication 5" shows the competitiveness that fueled Lil Wayne's ascension, but too many songs fade into the background, making it a chore to find the gems.
XO's lyrics are still Ginsu sharp, and his beliefs remain opinionated--all while AB the Pro holds his own for 13 of the record's 14 cuts.
Busta Rhymes & The Conglomerate - Catastrophic (Mixtape Review)
Unfortunately, "Catastrophic" comes up short when employing the beats that burned radio this year.
The Most Important Free Albums Of 2012
HipHopDX talks the most important free albums of 2012, including Curren$y & Harry Fraud's "Cigarette Boats," two Action Bronson projects and more.
Exclusive: The Atlanta-native also shows support for Trinidad James and explains why he didn't sign with Brick Squad.
The Most Important Mixtapes Of 2012
HipHopDX breaks down the most important mixtapes of 2012, including picks from Joey Bada$$, Big K.R.I.T., Meek Mill, and more.
Sir Clef Explains Producing "Sorry" For T.I. & Andre 3000, Recalls Working For Grand Hustle
Exclusive: Former Grand Hustle intern Sir Clef says he tried to channel Kanye West's "Late Registration" in a batch of beats that included T.I. & Andre 3000's "Sorry."
T.I. - Trouble Man: Heavy Is The Head
"Heavy Is The Head" that wears the crown, but T.I. seems to be up to the challenge.
Nicki Minaj - Pink Friday Roman Reloaded: The Re-Up
With "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded: The Re-Up," Nicki Minaj aims to grab those detractors back. On "The Re-Up," Minaj looks to have her cake and eat it too.
