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Sneakers Top 10 Best Sneakers Of 2024 2024 gave the sneaker community a lot to be thankful for. By Ben Atkinson December 16, 2024
Music Kendrick Lamar “wacced out murals” Lyric Breakdown Kendrick Lamar laid it out on the intro to his new album "GNX." Here's a full breakdown of the lyrics. By Aron A. November 25, 2024
Music Grammy Awards 2025: 5 Albums That Deserved A Best Rap Album Nomination These are some 2024 rap albums that didn't get nominated for Best Rap Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards, but deserve some shine for their quality. By Devin Morton November 15, 2024
Reviews Freddie Gibbs "You Only Die 1nce" Review Freddie Gibbs confronts mortality and his demons on the sequel to "You Only Live 2wice." By Aron A. November 13, 2024
Original Content Rappers, Raids, & Reckonings: 2024’s Biggest Legal Battles In Hip-Hop This year has been a wild ride! We're recapping some of the most intense arrests & court battles of 2024 in Hip Hop. By Erika Marie December 14, 2024
Pop Culture Artists Impacted By Wild L.A. Fires: Madlib, Jhené Aiko, Keyshia Cole, Kid Cudi & More Over 200,000 people were evacuated from their homes during the devastating L.A. fires, including several artists we know & love. By Erika Marie January 20, 2025
Music Moneybagg Yo Talks Obama Co-Sign, "Speak Now Or," Denzel Washington & More Moneybagg Yo returns with the deluxe edition of "Speak Now." The rapper talks to HotNewHipHop about his creative process, artistic evolution, and embracing the women of the South. By Aron A. September 27, 2024
Reviews Future "MIXTAPE PLUTO" Album Review It says it right there on the box, and this uncompromising Future release doesn't need to change who "MIXTAPE PLUTO" is. By Gabriel Bras Nevares September 24, 2024
Crime Dawn Richard Sues Diddy For Sexual Abuse: A Breakdown Of The Allegations Another lawsuit hits Diddy's desk. By Aron A. September 11, 2024
Music 50 Cent x "Million Dollaz Worth Of Game": Key Takeaways 50 Cent dropped plenty of gems. By Aron A. September 05, 2024
Original Content Black Excellence In Hip Hop History: Mics, Movements, & Milestones We're closing out Black History Month 2025 looking back on cultural milestones that broke barriers, redefined culture, & proved Hip Hop's dominance. By Erika Marie February 28, 2025
Music Jaguar Wright’s Disturbing Allegations Against Diddy: Freak-Offs, Sex Tapes, & More By Erika Marie October 08, 2024