Das EFX: Innovators of Linguistic Gymnastics in Rap (video)
Das EFX revolutionized 90s East Coast hip hop with their unique linguistic gymnastics and intricate wordplay, pioneering the underground rap movement....
Smif-N-Wessun: The Hardcore Hip-Hop Dynamic Duo (video)
Smif-N-Wessun, the iconic Brooklyn hip hop duo of Tek and Steele, made major impact on East Coast rap with their hardcore style and debut album...
Onyx: The Hard-Hitting Sound of East Coast Rap (video)
Onyx revolutionized East Coast rap in the early 1990s with their aggressive style and breakout hit 'Slam,' paving the way for harder rap styles in...
HDBeenDope Releases Debut EP with New Sound
HDBeenDope drops his debut EP 'What Can They Say' on Roc Nation, featuring standout track 'Mamba' and collaborations with east coast rappers....
Black Rob has Died
Bad Boy Records rapper Black Rob, best known for his hit song 'Whoa!', has died at age 51. The hip-hop artist had been hospitalized and...
Prodigy from Mobb Deep Dead at 42
Prodigy from legendary rap duo Mobb Deep has died at age 42. The rapper, born Albert Johnson, was hospitalized due to complications from sickle cell...
ASCAP to Honor Notorious B.I.G. at 30th Rhythm & Soul Awards
ASCAP honors Notorious B.I.G. with prestigious Founders Award at 30th Rhythm & Soul Awards, recognizing his pioneering contributions to hip-hop on the 20th anniversary of...
Ebro Discusses Music Selection for Airplay with Papoose
Hot 97's Ebro discusses music selection criteria with rapper Papoose, addressing concerns about regional hip-hop representation on radio....
Prodigy Speaks on the Evolution of His Music After Prison
Prodigy discusses how his prison experience transformed his musical approach and artistic perspective. The Mobb Deep rapper reflects on personal growth....
Happy Birthday Chuck D
Public Enemy's Chuck D (Carlton Douglas Ridenhour) celebrated his 50th birthday on August 1. The legendary rapper and activist continues to influence hip-hop....