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Original Content Masters Of Cadence: The Art Of "Voice" In Hip-Hop Lyricism and flow are essential tools, but which rappers have truly mastered the art of "voice?" By Mitch Findlay October 02, 2018
Original Content Rise & Grind: Renni Rucci Details Kevin Gates Support, Foogiano Romance & More South Carolina rapper Renni Rucci joins us for this week's edition of "Rise & Grind" where she discusses motherhood, working with Kevin Gates, and details "Real B*tch Radio." By Aron A. April 05, 2021
Original Content Rise & Grind: Fredo Bang Reveals Lost Collab With King Von & Speaks On YNW Melly's A&R Skills Baton Rouge's Fredo Bang is preparing for the release of his forthcoming album, "Murder Made Me." He joins us for this week's "Rise & Grind" where he discusses his odd encounter with Kanye West, his first bars, and his relationship with YNW Melly. By Aron A. May 31, 2021
Original Content Pusha T & Kanye West's "What Would Meek Do?": A Lyrical Analysis Pusha T and Kanye West are out here asking the important questions. By Mitch Findlay May 25, 2018
Original Content A Response To Ben Shapiro's Claim That "Rap Is Not Music" The pseudo-intellectual dropped an absolute goose egg earlier this week that surprised no one. By Luke Hinz September 20, 2019
Reviews Breaking Bad "El Camino" Review: A Meaningless Return To A Beloved Show Spoilers Ahead. By Cole Blake October 12, 2019
Original Content OG Parker Is The Next Wave: Producer Talks Working With Migos, Coach K & More INTERVIEW: OG Parker is expanding his musical vocabulary with the help of Deko, Smash David & The Three Migos. By Devin Ch September 05, 2018
Pop Culture Who Is Keefe D? The Man At The Center Of The Tupac Murder Investigation Keefe D has long been associated with Tupac's murder. Now, there is news of an update in the case—and Keefe's name is back in headlin By Tamara McCullough September 05, 2023
Music Rappers Like Biggie Smalls: Jay-Z, Jadakiss, Rick Ross, The Game And More Explore the enduring legacy of Biggie Smalls in hip-hop through the lens of artists like Jay-Z, Jadakiss, Rick Ross, The Game, and Big Pun. By Jake Skudder June 29, 2023
Movies Tiffany Haddish Net Worth 2023: What Is The "Haunted Mansion" Star Worth? The captivating story of Tiffany Haddish: From hardship to humor, an indomitable spirit laughing all the way to the bank. By Jake Skudder July 17, 2023
Music Who Is DJ Kool Herc? The "Founding Father Of Hip-Hop" We're looking back on the career and influential life of the founding father of hip-hop, DJ Kool Herc. By Caleb Hardy June 03, 2023
Music Who Is Cee Lo Green? All About The Goodie Mob Icon From Goodie Mob's hit collaborations with OutKast to his influential blend of R&B, we're taking a look at the life and career of Cee Lo Green. By Caleb Hardy June 01, 2023