Hip Hop 50th Anniversary
MusicExclusive: Rap royalty Cheryl "Salt" James from Salt-N-Pepa helped revolutionize women's voices in the culture. She spoke with us about women like Sparky Dee and MC Lyte who have always been supportive, and shared advice about not letting the industry become a trap.ByErika Marie1208 Views
MusicGloRilla didn't have many details but she clearly has a vision.ByLavender Alexandria1121 Views
MoviesThe movie "Beat Street" is a classic for many who remember and love its depiction of 1980s hip-hop culture.ByPaul Barnes622 Views
MusicExplore the evolution of Hip Hop in 1976, a pivotal year marked by innovative music, the birth of breakdancing, and emerging fashion trends.ByJake Skudder734 Views
Pop CultureA preview of Nicki Minaj's new Call of Duty operator skin was revealed today.ByCaroline Fisher1178 Views
MusicJay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, and Drake were also included in the breakdown, which ends their ranking of the 50 best rappers ever.ByGabriel Bras Nevares5.2K Views
MusicHe also claimed that Future was scheduled to perform, as well.ByErika Marie3.1K Views
MusicWe're looking back on the career and influential life of the founding father of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc. ByCaleb Hardy708 Views
Pop CultureExplore Hip Hop's early roots in 1975, where pioneers like DJ Kool Herc set the stage for a cultural revolution. ByJake Skudder589 Views
Pop CultureMTA and Universal Music Enterprises teamed up to celebrate the genre's 50-year history.ByGabriel Bras Nevares2.4K Views
MusicThe Hip Hop tribute was spectacular, but it would have been quite the show with DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince.ByErika Marie1018 Views
MusicThe Recording Academy apparently did not reach out to the legendary Houston rap group's other living member to perform at the ceremony.ByGabriel Bras Nevares1208 Views
MusicHe said some artists declined to because they didn't want to be seen as "old school." Others gave "who all gon' be there" energy.ByErika Marie3.1K Views
MusicSwizz Beatz teamed up with JAY-Z and Lil Wayne for a new song off his upcoming EP.ByCole Blake2.3K Views
MusicWhile we're celebrating our favorite artists, Birdman thinks the power players behind the scenes deserve recognition as well.ByErika Marie1206 Views
MusicExclusive Interview: Rapsody is just as excited to celebrate 50 years of Hip Hop as we are! We caught up with the femcee to talk D'usse's HH50 Day Parties, what she wants to see from the culture, & to hear about the women in her life who have been a shoulder to lean on.ByErika Marie741 Views
MusicExplore the origins of hip-hop, its birth in 1973, the revolutionary role of DJ Kool Herc, and how this genre became a cultural milestone.ByJake Skudder555 Views
MusicKRS-One is bringing Hip Hop back to the Bronx.ByJames Jones585 Views
MusicThis vinyl encapsulates the last 50 years of hip-hop.ByBen Atkinson3.9K Views
MusicBig Daddy Kane thinks older and younger generations of artists need to come together.ByCaroline Fisher967 Views
MusicVarious artists agree that Heavy D & the Boyz should get a proper tribute.ByCaroline Fisher2.1K Views
MusicThe hip hop legends are joined by some of the genres staple guests for the celebratory show.ByLavender Alexandria702 Views