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Original Content 10 Essential YFN Lucci Tracks A detailed look into the sharp and swift rise of Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci. By Devon Jefferson March 05, 2017
Reviews Tyler, The Creator & Vince Staples Deliver Disparate Sets, In The Best Way Possible Tyler The Creator and Vince Staples brought their respective albums to life. By Aron A. February 19, 2018
Original Content A Tropical Takeover: The Steel Drum In Hip-Hop A look at the steel drum's infiltration into hip-hop production. By Joseph Coffey-Slattery November 08, 2018
Original Content Vote: What Is Your Favorite J. Cole Project? Cast your vote. By Danny Schwartz October 10, 2016
Original Content 5 Classic Eminem Guest Verses Looking back at some of Eminem's most memorable features. By Trevor Smith February 07, 2017
Original Content Candy Bars: The Best Candy References In Hip Hop The 15 most frequently-referenced candy bars in hip hop, and the best lyrics that mention them. By Patrick Lyons October 31, 2016
Original Content Instagram Gallery: Saweetie Living Her Best Life F*ck a humble brag, Saweetie is a master of the unapologetic flex. By Noor Lobad September 13, 2020
Original Content The Rap Game Still Needs Lloyd Banks The hunger for more, no more? By Mitch Findlay September 05, 2019
Original Content Mick Jenkins Justifies His Position As The "First Overall Draft Pick" INTERVIEW: Mick Jenkins explains why "nobody can come for him except Kendrick," talks "Pieces Of A Man," and breaks down the value of personal growth. By Mitch Findlay October 22, 2018
Original Content How "Through The Wire" Jump-Started Kanye West's Career Looking back at "Through The Wire," Kanye West's debut single, which dropped 12 years ago today. By Patrick Lyons September 30, 2015
Original Content Top 3 Things Nicki Minaj Did Right In 2018 Nicki Minaj's rap sheet wasn't all bad this year. By Jibril Yassin December 19, 2018
Reviews Review: Gucci Mane's "Brick Factory Vol. 1" Gucci Mane's newest mixtape/online release "Brick Factory Vol. 1" is a successful collection of trap collaborations with familiar faces from the Bricksquad extended family. By Rula Al-Nasrawi May 30, 2014