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Music What Is Horrorcore? Sounds Of Rap's Sinister Side The Hip Hop subgenre has given many artists an avenue to express their dark side. By Demi Phillips January 02, 2024
Relationships Matt Damon & Minnie Driver Relationship Timeline A video from a '90s award show brought the couple some newfound attention about their past relationship. By Demi Phillips December 26, 2023
TV Vanessa Simmons Net Worth 2023: What Is The "GUHH" Star Worth? Journey through Vanessa Simmons's rise to stardom, her TV success, business ventures, and philanthropy, leading to a massive net worth. By Jake Skudder July 10, 2023
TV Nick Cannon Net Worth 2023: What Is The TV Host Worth? Explore Nick Cannon's journey to a remarkable net worth in 2023, delving into his diverse career as a TV host, actor, and entrepreneur. By Jake Skudder November 21, 2023
TV JB Smoove's Road From Comedy Clubs To "Curb Your Enthusiasm" JB Smoove's journey to fame didn't come easy but he kept going till he made it. By Chukwudi Onyewuchi May 02, 2024
Crime The Weeknd Manager CashXO Bodyguard Shot In LA: What We Know So Far A breakdown of everything you need to know about the recent shooting in Encino. By Axl Banks April 30, 2024
Original Content Mike Dean, In Conversation: The Origin Of "Hold My Liquor" & Scarface Jam Sessions Mike Dean reflects on jam sessions with Scarface, becoming a Twitch streamer, and the moment Kanye West's "Hold My Liquor" was born. By Mitch Findlay June 25, 2021
Original Content Drake May Be The Most Critic-Proof Artist In Music Drake’s triple-album release sparked backlash over weak bars and bloated tracklists, yet the numbers remain enormous. By Erika Marie May 20, 2026
Music “Views” Was The Moment Drake Stopped Trying To Be The Greatest Rapper Alive His first album post-Meek Mill beef proved that he didn’t need to rap to become the biggest rapper alive. By Aron A. April 29, 2026
Original Content The 10 Best Nina Simone Samples In Hip Hop Listen to these 10 cuts featuring Nina Simone, one of the most sampleable vocalists of all time. By Danny Schwartz July 06, 2015
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
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