HipHopDx Editorials
Like Whitey Bulger: 10 Rappers Who Were Once On The Run From Police
As the Scott Cooper and Johnny Depp vehicle “Black Mass” hits theaters tomorrow, DX looks into rappers who found themselves at large.
50 Cent May Have A Small Point Regarding "Power"s Emmy Snub
Without question, “Power” has been a huge success this year for the G-Unit general.
Farewell House Of Blues Los Angeles: Home Of Historic Performances From Tupac & Eminem To Kanye West
DX speaks with talent buyers Kevin Morrow and Paul McGuigan about its biggest Hip Hop moments.
Tweets Is Watching: 50 Cent Remembers 14th Anniversary Of 9/11
Michelle Obama wishes Beyonce a happy birthday, and Travis Scott calls fans “faggots” during a performance.
All Eyez On Memes: Slim Jesus Goes Viral & Notorious B.I.G.’s “Big Poppa” Lyric Mystery Almost Answered
Drake gets blamed for Serena William’s U.S. Open loss and Hillary Clinton does the Nae Nae.
Instagram Flexin’: Young Thug Threatens Plies Over Instagram Video Featuring His Daughter
Many artists take to social media to remember September 11, and Meek Mill shares the lessons he learned from Jay Z.
Scarface, Eminem & Achieving Longevity In Hip Hop
Growing old in Hip Hop isn't easy, but Eminem and Scarface have found ways to stay on top despite the challenges.
Stray Shots: The Summer Of Fetty Wap & Whether "The Blueprint" Is Jay Z's Best Album
This week, we examine the success of Fetty Wap and if Hov’s sixth album was his creative peak.
First Listen: Staff Reactions To Jay Rock Featuring Kendrick Lamar, ScHoolboy Q & Ab-Soul - "Vice City"
How does the first semi-official reunion of Black Hippy fare?
15 Minutes: Slim Jesus - "Drill Time"
For the first edition in DX’s new series about viral videos, we look into a suburban kid’s fascination with Chicago’s Drill scene.
It's Officially Time To Make Room For Lil Dicky
It looks like funnyman emcee Lil Dicky is here to stay.
After Tupac: 10 Rappers Who Deserve A Grammy Museum Exhibit
Following the success of All Eyez On Me: The Writings Of Tupac Shakur, these Hip Hop legends could use the treatment as well.
In Defense Of The "Struggle Rapper"
Out of all the things the Hip Hop web has vilified, the "struggle rapper" might be the least deserving of all that ridicule.
Eazy Duz It: Hip Hop Remembers When It Met Eazy-E
Many emcees including Warren G and DJ Quik reflect on the first time they met the incomparable Eazy-E on what would have been his 52nd birthday.
"Murder Rap: Inside The Biggie & Tupac Murders" Seeks To Decode The Truth Behind The Crimes
On the 19th anniversary of Tupac Shakur's Las Vegas shooting, details around Hip Hop's most important unsolved murders remain in shadow.
All Eyez On Memes: Nicki Minaj & Kanye’s VMA Moments
Social Media parodies the Tim Westwood and Young Thug interview.
Tweets Is Watching: Big Daddy Kane Says Macklemore Is "Keeping Hip Hop Alive"
Rumors of Apple blocking the TIDAL stream of Drake’s performance are shot down, and Kevin Gates is charged with battery for kicking a fan.
Instagram Flexin': Timbaland Crowns Himself A King Along With Dr. Dre, Pharrell & Kanye West
Lupe Fiasco makes sure fans are satisfied with his “Lasers” album, and La La Anthony joins The Game on his Robin Hood Project.
Stray Shots: Eminem's Lyrical Content & Social Media Thought Crimes
Social media has changed everything, including how fans interact with rap lyrics.
The Failed Potential Of Kevin Gates
Irrational social media presence, violence against women and slowed musical output makes the Baton Rouge artist’s career disappointing so far.
