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Original Content Knockout: Hip Hop's Love of Boxing Whether referencing boxing in their lyrics, or literally contemplating stepping into the ring (50 Cent, Cassidy, Drake vs Chris Brown?), lyrical ferocity and physical ferocity seem to be highly compatible. Here's a look at over a dozen rap songs, highlighting Hip Hop's love of boxing. By Nairi November 15, 2012
Original Content 28 Grams: Hip Hop Instagram Recap (Dec 5-11) Looking back at some of the best hip hop Instagram posts of the week By Danny Schwartz December 12, 2015
Reviews Review: Game's "OKE: Operation Kill Everything" Game’s first project post-Interscope is an easy contender for mixtape of the year. By Perry Simpson October 16, 2013
Reviews Jeezy “Pressure” Review Jeezy takes it back to the mid-2000s on "Pressure." By Vince Rick December 22, 2017
Music Best 50 Cent Songs: Candy Shop, In Da Club, and More Explore the best of 50 Cent's music, from iconic hits like 'In Da Club' to introspective tracks, showcasing his impact on hip-hop. By Jake Skudder December 06, 2023
Pop Culture Ava DuVernay Parties With Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, David Oyelowo & More For "Origin" Film The filmmaker's latest movie was praised by her peers, including Danielle Brooks, Sarunas Jackson, Gabrielle Dennis, Laz Alonso, and Jeffrey Wright. By Erika Marie January 09, 2024
TV "Basketball Wives Orlando" Is Coming: What We Know In the latest spin-off, nine women take on life and basketball in Florida’s O-Town. By Demi Phillips September 13, 2023
Music Dom Kennedy's "Get Home Safely" Turns 10 Dom Kennedy’s second studio album helped usher in the next generation of west coast hip hop while setting an example for independent success. By Wyatt Westlake October 16, 2023
Sneakers Every New Shoe Reebok Is Releasing This Month Get to know the new Reebok shoes! By Ferri Trust March 15, 2023
Original Content Coi Leray Talks "Bops," Body Shaming, & Her Sophomore Album With Apple Music 1 Coi chopped it up with Eddie Francis on Apple Music 1 where she discussed "Bops," her sophomore album, and wanting to inspire. By Erika Marie April 27, 2023
Pop Culture Kel Mitchell Net Worth 2023: What Is The "Good Burger" Icon Worth? Kel Mitchell's journey: From comic prodigy to business ventures, discover the highs and lows of a vibrant career. By Jake Skudder August 25, 2023
Gaming Best Free Horror Games On Steam For Halloween (October 2023) Discover the top free horror games on Steam for a spine-chilling Halloween 2023. Dive into eerie tales and face your darkest fears! By Jake Skudder October 21, 2023