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Music Nicholas Craven On "Penalty Of Leadership" With Boldy James, Mike Shabb & Upcoming "Craven Inc" Album A cornerstone of the drumless loop sound, Nicholas Craven has cemented his name in his work alongside Boldy James, Ransom, and Tha God Fahim. But in finding a collaborator in Montreal's Mike Shabb, he's "getting in on the ground floor." Craven discusses his upcoming producer album, "Craven Inc," producing Boldy James' "Penalty Of Leadership," and his creative process. By Aron A. July 26, 2024
Original Content Nia Long Has An Undeniable Imprint In Hip Hop Thanks To These Songs Much has been said about Nia Long in recent days as the scandal involving her longtime partner, Celtics coach Ime Udoka, unravels in real-time. As he's called out for fumbling the bag, we revisit times when rappers loved on—or lusted over—the actress in their rhymes. By Erika Marie September 23, 2022
Original Content XXXTentacion Thoughts: Hip-Hop Artists Reflect On The Late Rapper's Legacy A compendium of thoughts and reflections on XXXTentacion's legacy, as shared by rappers speaking on his life, his music, and his death. By Mitch Findlay November 24, 2020
Original Content The Rise And Fall Of Murder Inc We take a look at the history of Murder Inc, from its inception to its downfall. By Robert Blair September 09, 2022
Reviews Kodak Black "Back For Everything" Review Kodak Black's "Back For Everything" is a comprehensive look at one of this generation's most complex hip-hop figures. By Aron A. March 02, 2022
Original Content What Happened To Kevin Rudolf? Kevin Rudolf played a major role in the fusion of Hip-Hop, pop, and rock at the turn of the 2010s. So why aren't people talking about him anymore? By Joshua Robinson September 16, 2022
Original Content Rise & Grind: LBS Kee'vin On Why Leaving His Hometown Is His Biggest Accomplishment Pensacola, Florida native LBS Kee'vin shines on this week's edition of "Rise & Grind," where he explains how leaving his hometown is his biggest accomplishment so far, how he never thought he would become a rapper, and how "Shining" with 42 Dugg came about. By Alex Zidel March 08, 2021
Reviews Lil Tecca "Virgo World" Review Lil Tecca's debut studio album "Virgo World" seeks to establish the 18-year-old New York rapper as a force for many years to come. By Alex Zidel September 25, 2020
Music Joey Bada$$ And Statik Selektah's Best Songs Joey Bada$$ and Statik Selektah have appeared on each other's albums for the past ten years. Here is a look at their best songs. By Wyatt Westlake June 13, 2023
TV Erica Mena Net Worth 2023: What Is The "LHHATL" Star Worth? Unearth Erica Mena's financial journey, from Love & Hip Hop fame to savvy business moves, building her significant net worth in 2023. By HNHH Staff June 07, 2023
TV Tammy Rivera Net Worth 2023: What Is The Reality TV Star Worth? Explore Tammy Rivera's net worth in 2023. Discover how her successful careers in reality TV, music, and business contributed to her wealth. By Jake Skudder June 05, 2023
Original Content Flatbush Zombies' Top Streamed Songs Flatbush Zombies top streaming songs are listed, ranked, complied and reviewed. By Paul Barnes April 07, 2023