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Original Content On The Come-Up: Action Bronson HNHH's On The Come-Up profiles rising rappers and producers that show strong promise but haven't necessarily seen much shine on the site. This could range from those deep underground to artists on the cusp of the mainstream that we've overlooked. You'll find their defining characteristics broken down by category. By hnhh March 03, 2013
Original Content Game Changers: Kanye West Edition Game Changers is a new HNHH feature that highlights artists that have left a strong mark on hip hop. Whether it be through creativity, influence, exposure, or just plain good timing, a game changer is someone who has brought something to rap where the game just wouldn't be the same without them. By Trevor Smith February 06, 2013
Original Content Chris Lighty, CEO Of Violator Records & Management, Passes Away The CEO of Violator Records & Management has passed away suddenly, although not many details are available on his death as of yet. By Rose Lilah August 30, 2012
Original Content HNHH's Sexiest Videos of 2012 Join us at HotNewHipHop as we countdown the Top 25 Sexiest Videos of 2012. Watch all the videos below the in the gallery. By Jason Pollak December 14, 2012
Original Content Top Tracks Of The Week: Aug. 18-24 A selection of the biggest tracks from August 18th to 24th. By Trevor Smith August 26, 2014
Original Content 10 Essential Kaytranada Tracks Kaytranada has become one of the premier artists that crosses over between DJ/EDM culture and the hip-hop world. He provides beats for the likes of Vic Mensa, but also DJs to huge crowds in clubs all over the world. Here's 10 essential tracks to listen to... By Chris Tart October 11, 2014
Reviews Waka Flocka "Salute Me Or Shoot Me Vol. 4: Banned From America" Review Ignorance doesn’t die, it only gets louder, and though it lacks depth, its raw arrogance captures the attention of onlookers. "Ignorant” is what many call Waka Flocka, his lyrics and style. Back with DJ Holiday he proves this point with "Salute Me or Shoot Me Vol. 4: Banned From America". By Jon Godfrey September 14, 2012
Reviews Review: Joe Budden's "Some Love Lost" Joe Budden's new EP is a turbulent ride, but it's worth the journey he takes us on. Joey is doing what he does best on "Some Love Lost." By Dallas Darden November 07, 2014
Original Content Charts Don’t Lie: June 29 Weekly review of the Hip-Hop and R&B sales/charts. By Rose Lilah June 29, 2014
Original Content Is "808s & Heartbreak" Kanye West's Most Influential Album? 2008's "808s & Heartbreak" is certainly far from Kanye West's best-loved album, but it may have had a more widespread effect on hip-hop as a whole than any of his "classic" albums. By Patrick Lyons August 30, 2014
Original Content #TBT: Early Busta Rhymes Busta still spits, but there was a magic about his early tracks that is unmatched by his current efforts. Let's throw it back to the early Busta Rhymes cuts that are classic. By Chris Tart November 06, 2014
Original Content Don't Call It A Comeback: 12 Triumphant Returns To Rap HotNewHipHop takes a look at twelve memorable comeback albums. By hnhh June 25, 2014