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Original Content Central Cee: Across The Pond Central Cee is making up for lost time after he blew up during a global lockdown. For HotNewHipHop’s November cover story, the “Doja” rapper reflects on his unique position as a frontrunner of the UK drill scene and experiencing another breakout moment across the Atlantic Ocean. By Aron A. November 16, 2022 7.3K Views
Reviews Drake & 21 Savage "Her Loss" Album Review An entertaining concoction of lust, aggression, messiness, and brilliance, "Her Loss" is an incredible rap album with a subtle nuance looming beneath the surface. By Joshua Robinson November 10, 2022 9.6K Views
Reviews Smino "Luv 4 Rent" Review "Luv 4 Rent" isn’t just a welcome return from one of contemporary hip-hop’s most fearlessly individualistic presences but it stands tall as the finest entry in Smino’s discography to date. By Robert Blair November 05, 2022 3.7K Views
Original Content Pray For Atlanta Rest in peace to Takeoff, Trouble, Lil Keed, and Archie Eversole. By Joshua Robinson November 04, 2022 12.7K Views
Reviews Westside Gunn "Ten" Album Review An invigorating capstone on what has been a star-making era for Westside Gunn, "Ten" is a project which reasserts the otherworldly artistic vision that Gunn possesses that made him into a phenomenon in the first place By Robert Blair November 03, 2022 7.5K Views
Original Content LaRussell Is In A League Of His Own: Talks Throwing Concerts In His Backyard To Nipsey Hussle’s Influence On “Proud 2 Pay” Movement Fresh off the release of his stirring 21st studio album, "I Hate When Life’s Going Great," LaRussell caught up with HNHH to discuss everything from his unique approach to independence to what the future holds for his movement in Vallejo. By Joshua Robinson November 01, 2022 3.3K Views
Streetwear Halloween 2022: Diddy, Quavo, & Tyga Take Home Award For Creepiest Costumes The stars have been stepping out in style all weekend long. Who had your favourite costume? By Hayley Hynes October 31, 2022 20.7K Views
Sneakers Kanye West Dropped By Adidas: What's Next For The Yeezy Brand Kanye West has a lot of work to do now that Adidas has kicked Yeezy from its lineup. By Alexander Cole October 28, 2022 5.3K Views
Streetwear Best Off-White Hoodies You Can Buy for Under Retail Some of Off-White's best pieces have been its hoodies. By Alexander Cole October 27, 2022 14.8K Views
Reviews Lil Baby "It's Only Me" Album Review Being the people’s champ is hard work, but on It’s Only Me, Lil Baby holds firm to that title with ease. By Joshua Robinson October 21, 2022 6.4K Views
Sneakers The Rise of New Balance: From Dad Shoes to Incredible Collaborations New Balance's rise as the "Dad shoe" king continues to be bolstered by some fantastic collaborations and co-signs. By Alexander Cole October 20, 2022 8.0K Views
Reviews Quavo & Takeoff "Only Built For Infinity Links" Album Review "Only Built For Infinity Links" is a testament to the Yin and Yang-like nature of Quavo and Takeoff's individual styles. By Joshua Robinson October 14, 2022 8.9K Views