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Original Content Top 15 Greatest Hip-Hop Samples A good sample can keep a head bobbing through the chorus, while a great sample can transcend its former self, rebranding for a new generation. By Christopher Armstrong October 21, 2017
Original Content Why T.I. Is One Of The Greatest Of All Time A case for T.I. as hip-hop's greatest of all time. By Maxwell Cavaseno January 14, 2018
Profiles 21 Savage's Photographer John Canon Is Shaping The Perception Of The Zone 6 Rapper INTERVIEW: John Canon, 21 Savage's personal photographer, tells us why he loves working with the oft-misunderstood Zone 6 upstart. In his first HNHH interview, Canon talks about seeing hip-hop on the runway at New York Fashion Week, being mentored by Cam Kirk, and why 21 wants true love just like everyone else. By Angus Walker September 22, 2017
Original Content Rick Ross VS Birdman Beef: A History A comprehensive guide to one of hip-hop's most high profile beefs. By Mitch Findlay October 12, 2017
Original Content Top 10 Best ScHoolboy Q Features A look at some of ScHoolboy Q's best guest work. By Laroche Cineus January 05, 2018
Original Content Keke Palmer Wants To Be A "Big Boss," Talks Music & TV Takeover INTERVIEW: We briefly chopped it up with Keke Palmer to get the scoop on her new label, Big Boss Entertainment. By Chantilly Post February 18, 2018
Original Content Why DMX Is One Of The Greatest Of All Time DMX is one the best rappers to ever touch a mic. Here's the evidence. By Karlton Jahmal November 18, 2017
Original Content HNHH TIDAL Wave: Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, & Lil Keed Get Us Bouncing This week's TIDAL Wave playlist update includes new music from Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, Lil Keed, 2 Chainz, IDK, Rick Ross, Mach-Hommy, Aminé, NLE Choppa, and more. By Alex Zidel August 13, 2020
Sports Kawhi Leonard Has An Opportunity To Become One Of The Greats If Kawhi Leonard wins a championship this season, a new name will have to enter the GOAT conversation. By Alexander Cole September 05, 2020
Original Content HNHH TIDAL Wave: DaBaby, Playboi Carti, & 21 Savage This week's TIDAL-exclusive staff-curated playlist includes Wiz Khalifa, Summer Walker, Roddy Ricch, Westside Gunn, Ab-Soul, and more. By Alex Zidel April 23, 2020
Original Content Is 50 Cent's Rapping Ability Overlooked? Now that 50 Cent has solidified himself as a television mogul, it seems appropriate to reflect on his position in the hierarchy of hip-hop greats. By Mitch Findlay May 25, 2020
Original Content Instagram Gallery: Megan Thee Stallion Slaying In A Bikini Megan Thee Stallion is often found in her bikini, while slaying. By HNHH Staff July 19, 2020