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Veteran rapper Juvenile surprised fans in a recent interview when he claimed he played a key role in connecting 50 Cent to Eminem and Shady Records.…

Neo-soul legend D’Angelo has passed away at 51 after a private battle with cancer. Artists across hip-hop and R&B — from Erykah Badu and Questlove to…

Today marks Usher’s birthday (born October 14, 1978), and fans across the globe are celebrating his legendary catalog. From 8701 to Confessions, his influence stretches across…

Neo-soul icon D’Angelo, whose albums Brown Sugar and Voodoo defined a generation, has passed away at 51 after a private battle with cancer. The family released…

From Nas to Run-DMC to Jay-Z, Bob James’ jazz records have been sampled more than any other artist in hip-hop history. His song “Nautilus” alone has…

Columbia Records has announced a new posthumous project celebrating Big L’s legacy. Harlem’s Finest is set to release on Halloween and will feature rare freestyles, unreleased…

On October 4, 1998, Outkast released Aquemini, their third studio album that would go on to redefine Southern hip-hop. Blending funk, jazz, and futuristic storytelling, André…

Before the metaverse became a buzzword, hip-hop artists were already experimenting. From Soulja Boy’s early virtual spaces to Travis Scott’s Fortnite show, the genre has been…

Nas has unveiled a new hip-hop museum exhibit in his Queensbridge hometown, honoring the culture’s pioneers and the borough’s impact. The exhibit includes rare memorabilia, interactive…

On October 1, 1998, OutKast released their third studio album, Aquemini. The record cemented André 3000 and Big Boi as one of hip-hop’s most innovative duos,…