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Original Content Why Does Rap Idolize Pablo Escobar? The deceased Colombian drug kingpin continues to have a commanding presence in hip hop. By Luke Hinz October 29, 2018
Original Content Nelly Albums: Ranking His Top 5 Nelly is one of the most celebrated rappers with a catalog stacked with one hit after another. Here's some of his best. By Gale Love April 20, 2023
Original Content The First Lady Of Motown Explains Why New Artists Need To Learn About Label's Epic History INTERVIEW: Before Black History Month is a wrap, we chatted with the First Lady of Motown, Claudette Robinson of the legendary group The Miracles, to discuss the legacy of the label and the group. By Erika Marie February 23, 2020
Music Rappers Like Boosie Badazz: Embracing The Southern Hip-Hop Influence Of Louisiana Explore the vibrant Southern hip-hop sounds through the musical stylings of rappers like Boosie Badazz By Jake Skudder July 13, 2023
Original Content Dr. Dre’s Top 10 Most Haunting Beats Few have mastered the art of the "Dark Banger" like Dr. Dre. By Mitch Findlay September 02, 2019
Music Henry Rollins Net Worth 2024: What Is The Musician & Actor Worth? Explore the multifaceted journey of Henry Rollins: his expansive career in music, acting, writing, and beyond. By Rain Adams February 12, 2024
Original Content Nas & JAY-Z's Second Round: Was It Better Than The First? In one of hip-hop's most legendary battles -- that of JAY-Z and Nas -- the incredible second round goes underappreciated all too often. By Mitch Findlay July 08, 2021
Original Content 50 Cent's Top 10 Best Acting Roles 50 Cent is one of the most successful rappers-turned-actors of all time. By Willie T. Plaza March 03, 2018
Original Content Waka Flocka Flame's Top 10 Turn Up Anthems Practice your gun sound ad-libs, dread shaking and yelling: these are Waka Flocka Flame's 10 best turn up anthems. By Patrick Lyons March 03, 2015
Original Content DJ Akademiks' Most Controversial Moments As he fends off the latest firestorm of scrutiny, we take a look at the most explosive and high-profile moments of DJ Akademiks' career. By Robert Blair March 07, 2022
Pop Culture Pierce Brosnan Net Worth 2024: What Is The Acclaimed Actor Worth? Explore Pierce Brosnan's illustrious career, from his iconic role as James Bond to his ventures in film production. By Rain Adams April 11, 2024
Pop Culture How Paris Hilton Became A Pop Culture Icon A brief guide in the influencer and socialites' rise to prominence. By TeeJay Small December 11, 2023