The Beatnuts: Latin Flavors & Hip-Hop
The Beatnuts, influential NYC hip-hop duo, masterfully blend Latin flavors with underground beats. Their unique fusion of Latin rhythms with rap has shaped the Latin...
Lords of the Underground: Hip-Hop’s Unsung Legends (video)
Lords of the Underground (LOTUG) remains one of hip-hop's most underrated groups despite their significant influence on 90s rap and underground culture....
Large Professor Performs “Key to the City” on Sway
Hip-hop producer and rapper Large Professor showcased his track 'Key to the City' during a live performance on Sway in the Morning radio show....
10 Intriguing and Underrated 90s Rappers
Explore 10 talented 90s rappers who were overlooked despite their skills, including The Beatnuts, Jeru the Damaja, and AZ. Discover why timing and lack of...
Goodbye Tomorrow Releases New Black Excellence Single
Goodbye Tomorrow releases '04 Money Like That Could Change Life (2019 Freestyle)', a powerful new single addressing Black excellence and social justice. The Chicago-based occult...
Universal Music Releases Talib Kweli Classics on Vinyl
Universal Music reissues Talib Kweli's four classic Rawkus Records albums on vinyl, including the legendary Black Star collaboration with Mos Def on limited edition picture...
HOT 97 Presents Who’s Next Live
HOT 97 presents Who's Next Live featuring emerging hip-hop artists Dark of UPTNY, Danse of BKLYN STICKUP, Adrian Lau and Joyner Lucas at SOB's NYC...
Alchemy Networks Launches Digital Rap Battle YouTube Channel
Alchemy Networks launches Rap Battle Network as one of YouTube's first paid channels, featuring underground rap battles from global cities for $2.99/month....
Rosenberg Fires Back at Director: Play Underground Artists
Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg responds to Program Director Ebro's comments about underground artists needing to stay in minor leagues, defending deserving acts....
Ski Beatz, Dead Prez, Fashawn & More Cipher
Legendary producer Ski Beatz joins Dead Prez, Fashawn, Chris Webby, and Supa Star Torch in an epic hip-hop cipher showcase. The collaboration brings together diverse...
Tyler the Creator Freestyles About Putting Bananas Where!?
Tyler the Creator delivers an unexpected freestyle with bizarre banana references that has fans talking. The controversial rapper's latest impromptu performance showcases his unpredictable lyrical...
Mike Hurtt: Life Hardships & Freestyle
Mike Hurtt opens up about life's challenges before delivering an impressive freestyle performance. The artist showcases his lyrical skills while sharing personal insights....
Flatbush Zombies Discuss Doing Acid & Respecting Drugs
Flatbush Zombies open up about their experiences with acid and their philosophy on respecting drugs. The hip-hop trio shares insights on psychedelics....
Locksmith Drops Incredible Freestyle on Sway in the Morning
Rapper Locksmith delivers an impressive freestyle performance on Sway in the Morning radio show. The talented MC showcases his lyrical skills....
Honors English Shows Off His Lyricism on Sway in the Morning
Honors English showcased his impressive lyrical skills during a recent appearance on Sway in the Morning. The talented rapper delivered bars that highlighted his wordplay...