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Original Content DJ Khalil On How Kendrick Lamar Influences Him, Dr. Dre Update & Timbaland Controversy DJ Khalil details meeting Dr. Dre at his sister’s birthday party, the art of sampling, working with Kendrick Lamar, and why hip-hop is an extension of jazz music. By Aron A. February 19, 2021
Original Content Top 10 BigQuint First Reactions The entertainment is endless from hip-hop's favorite music reviewer. By Benjamin Salkind July 11, 2017
Reviews Mac Miller "Balloonerism" Review The added distance from Mac's second posthumous release creates one of the most uniquely emotional pieces of music we've ever heard. By Gabriel Bras Nevares January 22, 2025
Music Ladies First: Queen Naija Talks "After The Butterflies," Rough Patches, & Finding Joy In Herself EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Queen Naiija is back with her incredible new mixtape, "After the Butterflies." Queen sat down with us to talk about her putting her relationship in her music, becoming comfortable in her solitude, her fire collaborations, and why she's always been a "regular-degular-schmegular girl." By Erika Marie November 28, 2023
Music Kim Burrell Net Worth 2024: What Is The Gospel Icon Worth? Explore the harmonious blend of Kim Burrell's gospel artistry and her influential role in music and ministry. By Rain Adams January 25, 2024
Music Nick Cannon's Biggest Hip Hop Hits The versatile star’s music career shouldn’t be overlooked. By Demi Phillips January 18, 2024
Pop Culture Rachel Bilson Net Worth: How Much Is The Actress Worth? Follow Rachel Bilson's successful acting career, from her breakout role in "The O.C." to her continuous presence in television and film. By Rain Adams December 19, 2023
Original Content Trauma Tone Reflects On His First Beat Placement, Cites M.I.A. As A Dream Collaborator, & More For "On The Come Up" Trauma Tone formally introduces himself on HotNewHipHop’s “On The Come Up.” By Joshua Robinson January 11, 2023
Pop Culture Julia Louis-Dreyfus Net Worth 2024: What Is The "Seinfeld" Icon Worth? Explore the illustrious career of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, the Emmy-winning actress known for her roles in "Seinfeld" and "Veep," and her significant impact on television and film. By Rain Adams June 11, 2024
Movies Jordan Peele Taps Marlon Wayans For New Film "Him": What We Know Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw reveals the official release date for the upcoming movie "Him." By Axl Banks May 21, 2024
Pop Culture Who Is Doja Cat's Dad? Doja Cat has reportedly been estranged from her father since birth. By Demi Phillips May 31, 2024
Music 7 Lawsuits That Stained These Artists' Legacies Explore seven high-profile lawsuits that tarnished the careers and legacies of renowned artists, revealing the dark side of fame. By Chukwudi Onyewuchi May 30, 2024