HipHopDx Editorials
REKS: School of Hard Knocks
With the grey hairs to prove it, Lawrence, Massachusetts' REKS has been making albums for over a decade, and while he's had a recent breakthrough, HipHopDX debunks his new-artist status.
10 Things We Learned Reading "Dirty South" By Ben Westhoff
From DJ Khaled being in the room when Lil Wayne met Birdman in '93 to Master P's rapping wife to 2 Live Crew's Christian Rap beginnings to the Rap-A-Lot & Death Row connection, we share some trivia.
Book Review: My Infamous Life by Albert "Prodigy" Johnson & Laura Checkoway
There are also considerable moments that in recent media have left rappers frazzled. Discussions of Capone-N-Noreaga and the "snitch factor," Keith Murray almost losing his life to Prodigy's gun, Nas being Mobb Deep's frenemy, a jackin' Jay-Z, and 50 Cent turning out to be Mobb Deep's biggest ally.
Infographic - HipHopDX Visits Ghostface Killah's New Restaurant
During HipHopDX's recent visit to Stapleton, Staten Island, we stumbled in to the Wu-Tang Clan emcee's newest venture and broke bread at the God's table.
Here's What They Think About Us: On Ashley Judd & Judgement
One of DX's veteran staff writers chimes in on last week's Hip Hop media melee, and sees some ground for understanding, as well as an opportunity for some B-boy and B-girl bravado.
Dead Wrong: Why Separate Incidents Involving Ashley Judd & Mister Cee Are Good For Hip Hop
HipHopDX Editor Omar Burgess explains why the two shocking headlines of the last two weeks may teach us something about ourselves as Hip Hoppers.
It Was Written: Nas' Odd Relationship With God Presented In His Lyrics
One writer looks at some of Nas' most blasphemous lyrics and tries to understand why "God's Son" "went to Hell for snuffing Jesus."
The Joke's On You: 10 Legendary Hip Hop Albums That Never Were
From Dr. Dre & Ice Cube's "Helter Skelter" album, to a Likwit Crew collective effort, to Common & Q-Tip, DX looks back on the projects we believed enough to hope for, and we're still waiting...
10 Things We Learned Reading The Jay-Z Book "Empire State Of Mind"
A new Jay-Z biography has hit the news stands by Forbes' Zack O'Malley Greenburg that has some interesting sources and revelations that may shock even the biggest super-fan.
Great Debates: Lupe Fiasco - Is He An All Time Great, Or A Fiasco
HipHopDX's new series looks at Lu's triumphs and tribulations, from an actual debate between our editor Omar Burgess and staff writer Slava Kuperstein.
Nate Dogg Remembered: How One Man's Music Chronicled 'The Hard Way'
DX's Omar Burgess, a fellow Long Beach native, looks at the singer in 213 and some unknown facts about his life that help us understand the soul in his lyrics and song.
The Formula: 15 Hip Hop Drink Recipes From Rappers Who Made Them Famous
From Thug Passion and Hurricane to Mali-booyow, K.C. Tea and OG Diddy, HipHopDX gives you 15 cocktails that came from Rap lyrics, that'll leave you "dead bent."
Cell Therapy: How Leaving Prison Affects A Rapper's Career
As Prodigy is welcomed home and Ja Rule prepares for his upcoming prison bid, one writer breaks down how being behind bars impacts a rapper's career.
The Offering: Why There's Greater Impact In Rap's Apologies Than Disses
After a week that brought us "2.0 Boys," a look at changed relationships through honest lyrics - from Royce Da 5'9" speaking to Eminem on "Move On," to Game apologizing to Dr. Dre on "Doctor's Advocate."
Skin Deep: What We Can Learn From Yung LA's Pink Duck
Does Young Leland's pink duck tattoo say more about us than it does him?
Infographic - The Rise & Fall of Lil Jon
A linear look at how Jonathan Smith went from the multi-platinum "King of Crunk" of the dance-floor to hustlin' pizzas and getting face time with Donald Trump.
HipHopDX Presents: Kool Keith's All-Time Top 10 Porn Stars
From Sinnamon Love and Toni Sweets to throwbacks like Spontaneous Xtasty and Nina Deponca, Grandmaster Kool Keith gives you a list for your eyes.
Snubs, Lies & Videotape: A Week Of Rap F*ckery
We take a look back at Guru's Grammy snub, dysfunction in the G.O.O.D. Music family and the latest edition of Lil' Kim versus Nicki Minaj.
Get Your Mind Right: Why So Serious?
Professor Brian Sims looks at why the recent tragic events with Congresswoman Giffords and DJ Kool Herc have been distorted by the media and masses, as anything different than everyday life.
All Souled Out: An Analysis Of Hip Hop Endorsements
HipHopDX's Omar Burgess looks at a history of Rap's major endorsements, and what we should think about them as a preview to Eminem's Lipton Brisk Super Bowl ad.
