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Original Content Kanye West's Album Rollout Has Become An Experience We revisit some of Kanye's more convoluted album rollouts in anticipation of "DONDA." By EJ Panaligan July 22, 2021
Original Content The Value Of Rap Music Rap music, specifically its lyrics, have been given numerous labels, but not necessarily the positive labels bestowed upon other forms of creative expression. No matter the divisiveness or repulsion, other forms and disciplines are usually accepted whole. Here, we explore some of the reasoning behind the subtle, and overt, rejections of rap lyrics as true art form. By Kahron Spearman August 05, 2014
Reviews Review: G-Unit's "The Beauty of Independence" Out of nowhere, G-Unit feeds the streets with "The Beauty of Independence" EP to hold the fans over until the main course. By Iva Anthony August 29, 2014
Original Content Childish Gambino's Most Unexpected Career Moves Looking back on Donald Glover's unpredictable rap career. By Patrick Lyons February 25, 2015
Reviews Review: The Game's "Documentary 2" The Game's "Documentary 2" barely misses the benchmark set by its predecessor. By Patrick Lyons October 09, 2015
Pop Culture Macaulay Culkin & Brenda Song Relationship Timeline The former child actors turned Hollywood stars have been enjoying a low-key relationship for years. By Demi Phillips December 20, 2023
Sports Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's Relationship Timeline Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's romance rocked the media world throughout 2023. Here's a comprehensive timeline of the ongoing relationship. By TeeJay Small January 23, 2024
TV Here's Everything We Know About 'Swarm' Swarm is coming soon to Prime Video. Here's everything you need to know about the Beyonce-inspired series! By Brandon Simmons March 06, 2023
TV Kanye West's "Jeen-Yuhs" Act II: Everything We Learned Chronicling the successes and setbacks on the road to "The College Dropout," through to sessions for "Late Registration," we reflect on everything learned from the latest episode of "Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy." By Robert Blair February 24, 2022
Original Content Omerettà The Great On "Sorry Not Sorry" Success, Leaving "Love & Hip-Hop," & Readying New Project Omerettà The Great discusses everything from "Sorry Not Sorry" and her camaraderie with fellow Atlanta femcees to her "Love & Hip Hop" experience and her love for 2pac. By Joshua Robinson March 29, 2022
Sports The Best Super Bowl Halftime Shows Ten of the most iconic and historic Super Bowl Halftime Show performances are listed, reviewed and discussed. By Paul Barnes March 12, 2023
Original Content Who Is Megan Thee Stallion? Everything You Need To Know Familiarize yourself with "Megan Thee Stallion," one of the game's rising talents. By Mitch Findlay May 16, 2019