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Original Content Jay 305 Speaks On "Taking All Bets," Unreleased Collaboration With Future Jay 305, the latest subject of our On The Come Up video series, speaks on unreleased work with Future and a would-be appearance on Kendrick Lamar's album. By Rose Lilah April 15, 2015
TV The Best '90s Movies To Watch On Netflix Right Now The '90s are back. By E Gadsby December 22, 2019
Pop Culture The Impact of Social Media on Celebrity Culture Learn more about how celebrities have an impact on our culture, through social media and otherwise. How has our culture changed? Is it for the better or for worse? By Gale Love April 18, 2023
Original Content Dax And The Viral Rise Of Co-Worker Music Dax is one of the most viral rappers on TikTok, and he is ushering in what is being called "Co-Worker Music" By Alexander Cole November 26, 2025
Music Does Future Really Have More Classics Than Kendrick Lamar? In the latest HotNewHipHop video essay, we break down how Future and Kendrick Lamar embody two competing models of greatness: era-defining atmosphere versus meticulous album architecture. By Aron A. March 27, 2026
Crime Tekashi 6ix9ine's Biggest Legal Issues & Cases 6ix9ine’s legal issues include assault, racketeering, and sexual misconduct. By Demi Phillips January 17, 2024
Politics Who Is Forgiato Blow? The MAGA Rapper Behind "Trump, Trump Baby" The video for his new single includes an appearance from Amber Rose and debuted at the RNC. By Axl Banks July 18, 2024
Original Content Queen Latifah Songs: Rap Icon's Best Hits All Hail the Queen! By Demi Phillips May 30, 2023
Pop Culture Who Is Daphne Joy? 50 Cent's Baby Mama Named In Diddy Case Daphne Joy has made waves in the media after being named in Diddy's ongoing sexual assault suit, and being accused of doing sex work. By TeeJay Small April 25, 2024
Original Content #TBT: Keak Da Sneak Revisiting Keak da Sneak's finest work from 1997 to 2008. By Danny Schwartz March 09, 2017
Music AZ Chike Talks Kendrick Lamar “peekaboo,” Getting Roasted By ScHoolboy Q & West Coast Unity After delivering back-to-back standout verses on ScHoolboy Q’s "Blue Lips" and Kendrick Lamar’s "GNX," AZ Chike has solidified himself as one of Los Angeles’ most exciting rap voices. He shares a hilarious story about the now-famous group photo from Kendrick’s The Pop Out, his initial fear of signing a record deal, and gaining support of West Coast legends. By Aron A. March 27, 2025
TV Trevor Jackson Net Worth 2023: What Is The "Grown-Ish" Star Worth? Delve into Trevor Jackson's treasure trove, tracing his artistic journey, off-stage ventures, and commitment to charity. By Jake Skudder July 11, 2023