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7 Expectations For Big K.R.I.T.'s "Cadillactica" Album

At Big K.R.I.T.'s #CRWN session, he talked to Elliott Wilson about the mythical planet of Cadillactica, its inhabitants and what to expect when the album drops November 11.

Tweets Is Watching: Kanye West Hoops With Kobe Bryant

Wu-Tang Clan picks a date for "A Better Tomorrow," and Rick Ross announces his new album and provides an update on Meek Mill.

Instagram Flexin: Jay Electronica Hits The Studio With Jay Z & No I.D.

G-Unit covers XXL, A$AP Rocky prepares for another project and Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre get ready for another episode.

Stray Shots: Wiz, Amber Rose' Divorce & Rosenberg's Righteous Indignation

On this weeks Stray Shots, the Wiz & Amber situation gets ugly and Rosenberg's comments draw fire on Twitter

10 Notable Illuminati References In Rap

Here are 10 rhymes charting Hip Hop's evolving viewpoints on the so-called New World Order and the "Illuminati."

Tweets Is Watching: Iggy Azalea Responds To Rah Diggas "Not Hip Hop" Claim

Amber Rose calls Wiz Khalifa a cheater and Lil Wayne celebrates his 32nd Birthday.

Instagram Flexin': Drake's Emoji Tattoo - High Five or Praying Hands?

Jay Z attends Derek Jeter's final home game at Yankee Stadium and Nicki Minaj visits August Alsina in the hospital.

Stray Shots: Dr. Dre's Domination & Joell Ortiz's Comfy Renaissance

Dr. Dre obliterated the competition on the annual Forbes "Cash Kings" list. And, have Joell Ortiz and others initiated a mature Rap renaissance?

6 Things We Learned At Common & No I.D.'s Grammy Pro Session

HipHopDX's News Editor Soren Baker moderated a Grammy Pro Session with mega-stars Common and No I.D. this past Monday. Here are six key takeaways from the gathering.

The Top 8 Leaks From Dr. Dre's Aborted "Detox" Album

With Dawaun Parker's statement that Dr. Dre will not release an album with the themes or title from "Detox," we look back at eight leaked tracks that were slated for the project.

Tweets Is Watching: Common, Jay Electronica & Vince Staples Perform "Kingdom" Remix At 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards

Jay Z and Beyonce are reportedly working on an album and Nas tweets "Happy Birthday" to the late Amy Winehouse.

Instagram Flexin': Nas Shares A Throwback Picture With His Father

Chance The Rapper proves he's not afraid of heights and Drake shares a clear shot of his gold Air Jordan IIIs.

Stray Shots: How Hip Hop's Myopia Created "Drake vs. Childish Gambino"

This week, Childish Gambino acknowledged being compared to Drake and a media conflict was magically created. Or was it?

4 Things We Learned From Ab-Soul's CRWN Interview With Elliott Wilson

HipHopDX attended Elliott Wilson's CRWN series interview with Top Dawg Entertainment emcee Ab-Soul. Here are four things to look for when the full episode drops.

Power Of The Dollar: 50 Cent's Acting Career By The Numbers

While he's never been praised by critics for his acting chops, 50 Cent's box office numbers indicate he's laughing all the way to the bank.

Summer On Smash: Breaking Down 4 Surprise Summer Hit Singles

Iggy Azalea, Bobby Shmurda and others discuss the appeal and methodology behind their respective hit singles--all of which enjoyed respective commercial success.

Tweets Is Watching: Lupe Fiasco & ScHoolboy Q Agree To Collaborate

Kid Cudi throws the first pitch at the Cleveland Indians game and Tyler, The Creator says "Fuck Bono."

Instagram Flexin': Ice Cube Shares Image From "Straight Outta Compton" Set

Nicki Minaj and Beyonce take a selfie and 2 Chainz and his daughters pose next to US Open winner Serena Williams.

Stray Shots: Remembering Biggie 20 Years Later

For a special edition of "Stray Shots," we take a stroll down memory lane and recall the first time we heard Biggie's "Ready To Die."

10 Crucial Facts About Biggie's "Ready To Die"

September 13, 2014 marks the 20-year anniversary of Biggie's "Ready To Die." Here are 10 crucial facts to commemorate the occasion.

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