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Original Content Freddie Gibbs' "Freddie" Album: The Best Bars A look at some of the most memorable rhymes from the Gary, Indiana rapper's surprise release. By Trevor Smith June 24, 2018
Reviews Young Dolph "Role Model" Review After a turbulent 2017, the historically independent Young Dolph signs his first partnership with Empire Distribution and delivers his fourth studio album. By Narsimha Chintaluri September 25, 2018
Reviews Jaden Smith "SYRE" Review Jaden Smith's "SYRE" brings music for the casually woke. By Vince Rick November 23, 2017
Original Content Fall Preview: A Netflix Must-Watch List The first day of Fall has arrived. By Karlton Jahmal September 22, 2017
Original Content 10 Best Hip-Hop Video Game Soundtracks Of All Time Virtual Reality Hip-Hop. By Karlton Jahmal January 14, 2018
TV "Power" Recap: "Whose Side Are You On?" Plants The Seeds For Ghost's Death Tommy, Tariq, Tasha, & LaKeisha want Ghost dead. By Karlton Jahmal September 02, 2019
Reviews Post Malone "Beerbongs & Bentleys" Review Does Post Malone's "Beerbongs & Bentleys" stack up to lofty expectations? By Devin Ch May 03, 2018
Original Content JAY-Z's "Moment Of Clarity" Might Be The Realest Song He's Ever Wrote Though more or less guarded throughout his career, JAY-Z's vulnerability rose to the forefront on "Moment Of Clarity." By Mitch Findlay September 16, 2021
Reviews DJ Khaled "Khaled Khaled" Review DJ Khaled's key to success is based on a formula, and it's one he seems unwilling to change. By Aron A. May 10, 2021
Original Content Rise & Grind: Pressa Speaks On Coi Leray "Attachments" Remix, The Loss Of Houdini & More Toronto's Pressa joins us for this week's edition of "Rise & Grind" where he reveals why he chose Coi Leray over Pooh Shiesty for the "Attachments" remix, his love for "Snowfall" and the legacy of the late Houdini. By Aron A. August 23, 2021
Reviews Quavo "Rocket Power" Album Review Quavo's "Rocket Power" is a fitting tribute to Migos icon Takeoff, whose life was tragically cut short last year. By Paul Barnes August 18, 2023
Music BET Awards 2024 Nominations: Best Male Hip Hop Artist Drake. J. Cole, Kendrick, and more are up for the award this year. By Demi Phillips May 20, 2024