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Discover exclusive hip-hop features on HotNewHipHop. Read interviews, album reviews, think pieces, and curated lists covering music, culture, and more. Original Content A look at the steel drum's infiltration into hip-hop production.
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Joseph Coffey-Slattery November 08, 2018 Original Content A detailed look into the sharp and swift rise of Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci.
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Devon Jefferson March 05, 2017 Original Content HNHH remembers Aaliyah on what would have been her 35th birthday today.
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Nikita Rathod January 16, 2014 Profiles Interview: Zaytoven speaks on his long history as church organist, the remarkable making of "Beast Mode," and how he's managed to remain a devoted family man while serving the streets with combustible trap beats for the past 15 years.
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Danny Schwartz June 22, 2016 Original Content <p>Ask most Hip-Hop fans who’s been running the rap game the past three years, and the answers would mostly be the same; Kendrick Lamar…Drake…maybe some J. Cole. Even with somewhat of an agreement, there’s no science to this. There’s no exact formula of determining who is on top. Is it record sales? Some would say that, and that would justify the belief that Kendrick, Drake, or Cole are on top of the game. Using that logic however would leave justification of our culture up to whoever is buying music…whoever.
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Bruce Smith January 15, 2015 Music Many fans have this song to thank for a wider appreciation of emo rap.
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Demi Phillips February 29, 2024 Music Mobb Deep delivered hit after hit with a number of noteworthy classic albums in their discography.
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Axl Banks December 21, 2023 Music A breakdown of the allegations in Lauren Pisciotta's lawsuit against Ye.
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Axl Banks October 15, 2024 Pop Culture Dive into the comedic world of Janelle James, exploring her journey from stand-up comedy to starring in the hit sitcom "Abbott Elementary," and her role as an advocate for diversity and mental health in the entertainment industry.
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Rain Adams May 02, 2024 Pop Culture Dive into the captivating journey of Rebecca Ferguson, whose diverse roles in film and television have showcased her exceptional talent.
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Rain Adams February 28, 2024 Pop Culture Dive into Desi Banks, a comedian, actor, and social media influencer whose creative genius has translated into significant financial success.
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Rain Adams February 16, 2024 Music Will The Boy follow Cole's lead, go at K.Dot's jugular, or stay comfortably (and timidly) unbothered by the "Free Smoke"?
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Gabriel Bras Nevares April 08, 2024
Original Content A Tropical Takeover: The Steel Drum In Hip-Hop A look at the steel drum's infiltration into hip-hop production.
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Joseph Coffey-Slattery 
Original Content 10 Essential YFN Lucci Tracks A detailed look into the sharp and swift rise of Atlanta rapper YFN Lucci.
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Devon Jefferson 
Original Content Remembering Aaliyah: 20 Great Tracks From The Late Singer HNHH remembers Aaliyah on what would have been her 35th birthday today.
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Nikita Rathod 
Profiles Behind The Beat: Zaytoven Interview: Zaytoven speaks on his long history as church organist, the remarkable making of "Beast Mode," and how he's managed to remain a devoted family man while serving the streets with combustible trap beats for the past 15 years.
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Danny Schwartz 
Original Content Running The Jewels & The Game: An Argument For Killer Mike As The Top MC Of The Past Three Years <p>Ask most Hip-Hop fans who’s been running the rap game the past three years, and the answers would mostly be the same; Kendrick Lamar…Drake…maybe some J. Cole. Even with somewhat of an agreement, there’s no science to this. There’s no exact formula of determining who is on top. Is it record sales? Some would say that, and that would justify the belief that Kendrick, Drake, or Cole are on top of the game. Using that logic however would leave justification of our culture up to whoever is buying music…whoever.
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Bruce Smith 
Music How Lil Uzi Vert's "XO Tour Llif3" Ushered Emo Rap Into The Mainstream Many fans have this song to thank for a wider appreciation of emo rap.
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Demi Phillips 
Music What Is Mobb Deep's Best-Selling Album? Mobb Deep delivered hit after hit with a number of noteworthy classic albums in their discography.
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Axl Banks 
Music Kanye West’s Alleged Mother-In-Law "Kink" & Rape Allegations: Breaking Down Ex-Yeezy Employee's Lawsuit A breakdown of the allegations in Lauren Pisciotta's lawsuit against Ye.
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Axl Banks 
Pop Culture Janelle James Net Worth 2024: What Is The "Abbott Elementary" Star Worth? Dive into the comedic world of Janelle James, exploring her journey from stand-up comedy to starring in the hit sitcom "Abbott Elementary," and her role as an advocate for diversity and mental health in the entertainment industry.
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Rain Adams 
Pop Culture Rebecca Ferguson Net Worth 2024: What Is The Actress Worth? Dive into the captivating journey of Rebecca Ferguson, whose diverse roles in film and television have showcased her exceptional talent.
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Rain Adams 
Pop Culture Desi Banks Net Worth 2024: What Is The Comedian Worth? Dive into Desi Banks, a comedian, actor, and social media influencer whose creative genius has translated into significant financial success.
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Rain Adams 
Music Does J Cole's Apology Mean Drake Is Forced To Compete With Kendrick Lamar? Will The Boy follow Cole's lead, go at K.Dot's jugular, or stay comfortably (and timidly) unbothered by the "Free Smoke"?
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Gabriel Bras Nevares