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Profiles Meet Marc E. Bassy: The Bay Singer Embracing Cali's Expansive Hip-Hop Scene Marc E. Bassy tells us about his days in a boy band, living in Nic Nac's studio, why he's been welcomed by the hip-hop community, and his new "Groovy People" EP. By Angus Walker August 23, 2016
Reviews Kevin Gates "I'm Him" Review Gates' gravitational pull is as glorious and idiosyncratic as ever, and it permeates the newfound maturity of his music. By Luke Hinz October 04, 2019
Profiles Hoodrich Pablo Juan Talks Growing Up Muslim, Gucci Mane's Wisdom, & Nipsey Hussle In "On The Come Up" Hoodrich Pablo Juan lauds the angular vision he took on "BLO The Movie," and his unique partnership with Young Thug in "On The Come Up." By Devin Ch May 01, 2019
Original Content What’s New In Battle Rap (June 24) We keep you up to date on everything going on in battle rap. By Dallas Darden June 24, 2017
Relationships Keke Palmer & Darius Jackson: Breaking Down Her Allegations A breakdown of Keke Palmer's recent allegations against her ex-boyfriend, Darius Jackson. By Axl Banks November 15, 2023
Music Big Sean NPR "Tiny Desk" Review Big Sean cycled through a wide array of hits and album cuts during his Tiny Desk show with NPR, offering some of his finest work. By TeeJay Small March 29, 2024
Boxing Jake Paul Doubles His Net Worth After Fury Fight Jake Paul Doubles His Net Worth After Fury Fight By Molly Byrne February 27, 2023
Sports Jon Jones Net Worth 2023: What Is The UFC Star Worth? Explore Jon Jones's journey in UFC, his endorsements, business ventures, and the factors that shaped his impressive net worth in 2023. By Jake Skudder August 21, 2023
Original Content Drake, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole: Which New Album Are You Most Excited For? With Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and J. Cole getting ready to drop new albums, cast your vote as to which you're most excited for. By Mitch Findlay October 22, 2020
Original Content Happy Birthday Paul Walker: The Late Actor's Best Movies Celebrate Paul Walker's legacy by watching one of his best films. By Nicole Fee September 12, 2018
Original Content Rich The Kid's "Dead Friends" Lil Uzi Vert Diss: Lyric Breakdown & Reactions A breakdown of Rich The Kid's bars on "Dead Friends" directed at Lil Uzi Vert. By Aron A. March 26, 2018
Original Content Dom Kennedy's Most In-The-Pocket Flows On the day of the release of "By Dom Kennedy," we round-up Dom's smoothest flows. By Angus Walker June 02, 2015