The Gravediggaz: Pioneers of Horrorcore Hip-Hop (video)
Gravediggaz revolutionized hip-hop in the '90s by creating horrorcore rap, blending hardcore hip-hop with horror elements. The group featured Prince Paul, RZA, Frukwan, and Too...
8Ball & MJG: Southern Rap’s Legendary Duo (video)
8Ball & MJG, the influential Memphis rap duo, revolutionized Southern hip-hop with their 1993 debut 'Comin' Out Hard.' Despite limited mainstream success, they remain legendary...
The Alkaholiks: Party Anthems with Hip-Hop Flair (video)
The Alkaholiks were California hip-hop pioneers known for energetic party anthems in the '90s West Coast rap scene. Their unique style left a lasting impact...
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....
Hip-Hop Mourns: Rapper Chino XL Dead at 50 (video) –
Hip-hop legend Chino XL has passed away at age 50. The respected lyricist was known for his complex wordplay and controversial feuds throughout his career....
HeadKrack from Rickey Smileys Show Embarks on European Tour
HeadKrack from the Rickey Smiley Morning Show embarks on European tour with hip-hop group Bodega Brovas, hitting France, Ireland, Germany and UK....
Tom MacDonald Buys Eminems 100k NFT Beat for His New Single
Tom MacDonald purchased Eminem's NFT beat 'Stan's Revenge' for $100,000 to create his new single 'Dear Slim.' The track serves as an homage to Eminem's...
Detroit Producer Black Noi Releases New Video for Mo(u)rning
Detroit producer Black Noi$e releases surreal new music video for 'Mo(u)rning' featuring Earl Sweatshirt from his debut album Oblivion....
Project Sews Boredom and Stitches Protection
Project Pat continues to make moves in the hip-hop scene, building on his legacy as a key member of Three 6 Mafia and southern rap...
Benny The Butcher: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Benny The Butcher delivers a powerful Tiny Desk (Home) Concert performance, showcasing his lyrical prowess and street storytelling in an intimate setting....
Talib Kweli’s New Revenue Stream for Indie Artists?
Talib Kweli launches KweliClub.com offering fans $50 private meet & greets and direct album pre-orders, bypassing traditional industry channels. The underground hip-hop artist creates innovative...
BOOGZ BOOGETZ "American Fly"
Boogz Boogetz drops his mixtape 'American Fly' through YRS Music Group, featuring collaborations with Chinx Drugz and Prodigy across 10 tracks of raw hip-hop....
50/50 "The 1/2 Life"
50/50 releases 'The 1/2 Life' mixtape featuring Ray Goody and Lue Chue, exploring themes of overcoming life's deadly challenges as a prelude to their upcoming...
Big Neuk Releases New Mixtape, “The Introduction”
Brooklyn hip-hop artist Big Neuk releases free mixtape 'The Introduction' featuring tracks like 'Party Girl' and 'Stay Frontin' while preparing for upcoming album 'Undeniable'....
Large Professor Performs “Key to the City” on Sway
Large Professor delivers a live performance of "Key to the City" on Sway in the Morning, showcasing his lyrical prowess and classic hip-hop style....
Internet Radio Host Boosts LA’s Overlooked Hip-Hop Artists
Internet radio host Mr. R fills the gap left by commercial stations, giving airplay to LA's undiscovered hip-hop and R&B talent on KYHY's What's Hot...