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Music Producer Forza Threatens Suicide After Lil Uzi Vert Calls Him Out Forza posts a troubling message on social media. By Alex Zidel November 29, 2019
Original Content NoCap: 10 Essential Songs NoCap is one of the fastest rising rappers from Alabama, unfortunately getting sidetrack by legal drama. Here's a list of his most essential songs. By Alex Zidel May 23, 2020
Original Content Jay-Z's "4:44": 20 Best Lyrics Jay-Z has no shortage of wisdom on "4:44." By Mitch Findlay June 30, 2017
Music 11 Of Rap's Best Political Anthems Political rap songs have been present in the genre for years and will continue to be made in the years going forward. By Paul Barnes June 05, 2023
Music Who Is B-Real? Cypress Hill's Hip-Hop Legend Playing an instrumental role in blending the worlds of rock and hip-hop, we're looking into the career of Cypress Hill lead B-Real. By Caleb Hardy June 05, 2023
Tech What DAW Does Dr. Dre Use? Explore Dr. Dre's unique approach to music production, his choice of DAW, and the equipment he uses to create his iconic sound By Jake Skudder November 03, 2023
Original Content OutKast's "The Whole World": Satire With A Smile Even though it was released nineteen years ago, OutKast's "The Whole World" feels like the perfect soundtrack for these modern times. By Mitch Findlay June 13, 2020
Original Content DJ Khalil On How Kendrick Lamar Influences Him, Dr. Dre Update & Timbaland Controversy DJ Khalil details meeting Dr. Dre at his sister’s birthday party, the art of sampling, working with Kendrick Lamar, and why hip-hop is an extension of jazz music. By Aron A. February 19, 2021
Original Content Who Is Trippie Redd? Everything You Need To Know Your guide to Soundcloud’s next trap songbird, Trippie Redd. By Benjamin Salkind October 06, 2017
Original Content A Short History Of Hip-Hop "Star Wars" References A brief history of the best "Star Wars" hip-hop references of all-time. By Karlton Jahmal December 18, 2017
Original Content Top 25 Soundcloud Rap Songs of All Time The top 25 Soundcloud rap songs of all time. By Alphonse Pierre August 15, 2017
Music Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Cardi B & More Nominated For 2026 Rap Grammys 2026 Grammys nominees in hip-hop also include Tyler, The Creator, Doechii, Clipse, Fridayy and Meek Mill, JID, Terrace Martin, and GloRilla. By Gabriel Bras Nevares November 07, 2025