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Original Content Who Had The Better Verse: Jay Z Vs. Kanye West Jay Z and Kanye West are revolutionary artists who are and will always be transcendent in the world of music. Individually, they are untouchable. When they merge together, they're otherworldly. With numerous classic collaborations under their belt, we explore each one and decide who had the better verse. By Carl Lamarre April 27, 2015
Original Content Eminem's Celebrity Disses: A Chronology A long history of Slim Shady's celebrity disses. By Newton Stern August 21, 2014
Pop Culture Who Is Alex Fine? Cassie Ventura's Supportive Husband While Cassie takes the stand in Diddy’s trial, Alex Fine stays quietly by her side. Here’s how the couple met, and who he was before the spotlight. By Rain Adams May 17, 2025
Music The Long Wait For A$AP Rocky: When Hiatuses Become Hollow Will Don’t Be Dumb ever drop? A$AP Rocky’s cool mystique is stuck in limbo, turning patient fans into increasingly cynical observers. By Aron A. July 22, 2025
Reviews PartyNextDoor Is Unapologetically Outside This Summer: Concert Review PartyNextDoor's ran through a decade-plus-spanning set on the "Sorry I'm Outside" tour that delved into deep cuts, reference tracks & "P4" hits. By Aron A. August 10, 2024
Original Content Who Is KAYTRANADA? KAYTRANDA's genre of music is a blend of multiple musical elements. This gives him a unique sound and adaptability for multiple artists. By Paul Barnes May 17, 2023
Pop Culture Kayla Nicole Net Worth 2023: What Is The Fitness Influencer Worth? Kayla Nicole, far more than Travis Kelce's ex, is a viral sensation turned businesswoman and philanthropist. Discover her journey. By Jake Skudder September 26, 2023
Music A Guide Through Houston’s Rap Scene With Paul Wall: On “The Great Wall," That Mexican O.T & Metro Boomin Collaboration From Rap-A-Lot and Street Military to Megan Thee Stallion and Don Toliver, Paul Wall traces the roots of Houston’s vibrant sound and looks forward to its evolution. The People’s Champ tells HotNewHipHop why Trump’s presidency impeded the release of “The Great Wall,” how That Mexican O.T. made him rerecord his verse, and why working with Metro Boomin reminds him of his days on Swishahouse. By Aron A. January 18, 2024
Pop Culture Sam Heughan Net Worth 2024: What Is The Actor Worth? Explore the journey of Sam Heughan, from his early theatrical beginnings to his role in "Outlander" and his entrepreneurial ventures. By Rain Adams June 14, 2024
Sports 5 Times JJ Redick & Stephen A. Smith Threw Down On "First Take" Have these two ever had a civil on-air converastion? By Ben Mock February 21, 2024
Reviews Ice Spice "Y2K!" Album Review Ice Spice's debut album is one of the most vapid hip-hop releases of 2024. By Devin Morton July 31, 2024
Music Bhad Bhabie Essential Songs Bhad Bhabie's essential songs highlight her rise from viral fame to rap stardom with bold tracks and dynamic collaborations. By Rain Adams July 10, 2024