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Profiles Behind The Beat: Lex Luger Lex Luger is the star of the latest Behind the Beat. The Virginia producer speaks on the legacy of "Flockaveli," producing for Kanye West at 19, and exploring EDM with A-Trak. Now 25, he feels that his best work is yet to come. By Angus Walker May 18, 2016
Original Content Lil Wayne & Young Thug: A Complete History A look back through the strange history of Lil Wayne and Young Thug By Trevor Smith September 07, 2016
Reviews Review: Chance The Rapper's "Coloring Book" Chance The Rapper comes into his own on the vibrant "Coloring Book." By Patrick Lyons May 17, 2016
Reviews Review: DJ Drama "Quality Street Music" DJ Drama's fourth album expands upon his Gangsta Grillz groundwork to create what is most certainly Quality Street Music. By Jon Godfrey October 03, 2012
Original Content Iggy Azalea On Her EP "Glory" Iggy Azalea released details about her upcoming EP “Glory”, and one of the tracks which will feature Pusha T and Cee Lo Green. By Rose Lilah July 13, 2012
Reviews Review: Rick Ross' "God Forgives, I Don't" Rick Ross' audaciously titled "God Forgives, I Don't" is one of the most anticipated albums of the year, armed with some of the biggest features in the game. Those searching for bangers will not be disappointed as Ross oscillates between letting his stellar features shine, and commanding tracks on his own. By Jon Godfrey August 02, 2012
Original Content BTS Photos: Video Shoot For Kid Ink's "Hell & Back" Kid Ink visits the desert to shoot the video for "Hell & Back," off his debut LP "Up & Away." By Rose Lilah August 01, 2012
Reviews Review: Wiz Khalifa's "Taylor Allderdice" Wiz Khalifa treads familiar ground with “Taylor Allderdice”. By Daniel Koren March 29, 2012
Reviews Review: Stalley’s “Savage Journey to the American Dream” “Savage Journey to the American Dream”, Stalley's first offering since MMG signing By Anya Leibovitch April 05, 2012
Original Content Classic Rotation: Future's "Pluto" Five years ago, Future emerged with an album that initially confused the masses but was quickly absorbed into the fabric of rap music. By Patrick Lyons April 13, 2017
Original Content Charts Don't Lie: May 10 Kendrick Lamar tops the charts for third consecutive week. By Chris Tart May 10, 2017
Original Content The Weeknd, 6lack, Russ, Denzel Curry & More At Osheaga 2017 The Weeknd, 6lack, Russ, Mick Jenkins and more hit Osheaga. By Matt F August 07, 2017