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Original Content The Value Of Rap Music Rap music, specifically its lyrics, have been given numerous labels, but not necessarily the positive labels bestowed upon other forms of creative expression. No matter the divisiveness or repulsion, other forms and disciplines are usually accepted whole. Here, we explore some of the reasoning behind the subtle, and overt, rejections of rap lyrics as true art form. By Kahron Spearman August 05, 2014
Original Content Most Influential NYC Female Rappers By Borough While the men of hip-hop may be more widely recognized, what about their female counterparts that grew up alongside these men on the same turfs? Today we're taking a look at some of the most influential female rappers divided by their New York boroughs. By Vanessa Oswald April 23, 2014
Sports Damian Lillard Talks "Big D.O.L.L.A." & Earning Lil Wayne's Respect As A Rapper EXCLUSIVE: Dame D.O.L.L.A. explains how he crafted his brand new album and why it's his best work to date. By Alexander Cole August 09, 2019
Original Content The Rise And Fall Of Murder Inc We take a look at the history of Murder Inc, from its inception to its downfall. By Robert Blair September 09, 2022
Original Content Clams Casino Reflects On A$AP Rocky's "Live.Love.A$AP" 10 Years Later Clams Casino revisits the making of A$AP Rocky's "Live.Love.A$AP" for an exclusive interview with HNHH. By Rose Lilah October 29, 2021
Sports Ben Simmons Doesn't Seem To Care About Basketball The Ben Simmons saga has officially reached peak ridiculousness. By Alexander Cole May 01, 2022
Original Content Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter IV" Is Low-Key One Of His Best Albums 10 years ago today, Lil Wayne released "Tha Carter IV." By Rose Lilah August 29, 2021
Original Content Lil Dicky's "Earth" Bucks Internet Trend Of Sarcasm With Much-Needed Dose Of Sincerity Why Lil Dicky's "Earth" is important. By Sanibel Chai April 26, 2019
Original Content Why DJ Quik Is One Of The Greatest Of All Time A case for DJ Quik. By Maxwell Cavaseno November 05, 2017
Original Content 50 Cent's Top 10 Best Acting Roles 50 Cent is one of the most successful rappers-turned-actors of all time. By Willie T. Plaza March 03, 2018
Original Content Instagram Gallery: B.o.B's Conspiracy Theories A proper round-up of B.o.B's wildest theories. By Devon Jefferson December 09, 2017
Original Content Top 25 Best T.I. Songs The essential cuts from the trap pioneer. By Karlton Jahmal February 18, 2018