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Original Content DJ Jazzy Jeff Talks "Making Beats" Program, "Fresh Prince" Days, & Reminiscing With Will Smith Hip Hop icon DJ Jazzy Jeff is helping aspiring producers learn the game. He chatted with us about breaking Hip Hop's rules, admiring this generation of beatmakers, & being the same Jeff from Philly (who apparently makes great Kool-Aid!). By Erika Marie April 17, 2023
Music Young Scooter Dead At 39 Horrible news is coming out of the hip-hop world tonight as it was reported that Young Scooter has passed away. By Alexander Cole March 28, 2025
Streetwear Doja Cat Flaunts Her Figure In Clear Saran Wrap-Inspired Outfit Doja Cat continues to turn heads. By Caroline Fisher May 04, 2024
Music Ronald Savage, Afrika Bambaataa's First Accuser, Mourns His Passing Despite the history being what it was with Afrika Bambaataa, Ronald Savage is still sending his best to the former's family amid his death. By Zachary Horvath April 10, 2026
Music The Day Rap Broke The Internet: Reexamining Kendrick Lamar's "Meet The Grahams" Vs. Drake's "Family Matters" One year ago today, Drake and Kendrick Lamar went song-for-song at the height of their feud. By Aron A. May 03, 2025
Music Lil Wayne Reveals Why He’s Not Afraid Of A.I. During a recent podcast appearance, Lil Wayne shared his unfiltered take on artificial intelligence, making it clear that he's a fan. By Caroline Fisher March 19, 2026
Music Young Thug Brings His Sons Out For Wholesome Concert Moment Young Thug's performance alongside his sons at Germany's Splash! festival this Friday preludes his highly anticipated "UY SCUTI" album. By Gabriel Bras Nevares July 05, 2025
Music Busta Rhymes Delivers Light-Hearted Speech After Finally Securing A VMA Award Busta Rhymes has been a prominent figure in rap for over three decades, but despite the wait, he was gracious after winning his first VMA. By Zachary Horvath September 08, 2025
Music Grand Puba Net Worth 2024: What Is The Rap Legend Worth? Explore the illustrious career of Grand Puba, a pivotal figure in hip-hop, detailing his journey from Brand Nubian to solo success. By Rain Adams February 13, 2024
Music How Dungeon Family Became The Cornerstone Of Atlanta Hip-Hop The ATL supergroup is a testament to the city’s untouchable rap legacy. By Demi Phillips February 27, 2024
Music Sean Paul: 7 Of The Singer's Biggest Hits Did your favorite Sean Paul banger make it on our list? By Wyatt Westlake July 07, 2023
Music Kanye West To Make Indian Debut With 2026 Tour Kanye West has faced rejection from venues around the world for his antisemitic rants and other scandals in recent years. By Caroline Fisher January 20, 2026