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Original Content Places & Faces Referenced On ASAP Rocky's "A.L.L.A." The many faces and places that influenced ASAP Rocky's "A.L.L.A." By Angus Walker May 27, 2015
Original Content 10 Celebrities Who Have Responded To Rappers' Shout-Outs 10 celebrities (and athletes) who've heard rappers shout them out and responded in one way or another. By Patrick Lyons July 15, 2015
Original Content 10 Things To Do On 4/20 How to celebrate the highest of holidays. By Nicholas DG April 20, 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
Original Content 10 Essential RL Grime Tracks Essential selection from the DJ/Producer. By Chris Tart May 28, 2015
Original Content 10 Essential Quentin Miller Tracks Get to know Drake collaborator Quentin Miller. By Chris Tart August 09, 2015
Original Content Top 30 DJs In Hip-Hop Right Now All DJs are not created equal. We gladly present the definitive list to the tastemakers and cultural influencers that excel on the 1s and 2s, rage up audiences around the globe, and are shaping the sound of music and contemporary hip-hop. Given the power of radio, many of these DJs have platforms at leading radio stations in addition to constant touring and lifestyle ventures. Do you see your favorite DJ on the list? Let the debate begin... By Mike Philson November 03, 2014
Original Content 5 BadAzz Moves Lil Boosie Has Made Since His Release Five bad ass moves Boosie Boo is making in the hip-hop game this year, and what more he has in store. By Netzayet Itzea October 10, 2014
Original Content Drake's Most 90s Moments A look at Drake's various tributes to the 90s, through music, video, and--of course--sweaters. By Trevor Smith November 25, 2013
Reviews Review: Ace Hood's "Trials & Tribulations" Ace Hood takes a step in the right direction with his new album "Trials & Tribulations," an album filled with trap-style beats that compliment Ace's rhymes. But will it set him apart from the pack? By William Cannon July 22, 2013
Original Content 15 Classic Hip-Hop Debuts HotNewHipHop takes a look at 15 classic debut albums in the rap game. By Nikita Rathod July 07, 2014
Original Content Cinematic: 10 Rappers With Films About Their Lives 10 rappers who star in movies about their lives. By William Cannon March 08, 2014