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Original Content What Happened To Rakim's Aftermath Album With Dr. Dre? In one of hip-hop's greatest cases of "what could've been," we revisit Rakim's brief spell on Dr. Dre's Aftermath label and why the "Oh My God" album never surfaced. By Robert Blair March 24, 2020
Original Content How Odd Future Influenced The Current Rap Landscape We reflect on the lasting legacy and influence of Odd Future. By Gus Fisher June 15, 2018
Original Content 10 Crazy Cartoon Chains These rappers paid homage to their favorite cartoon characters by way of some iced-out chains. By Mike Harris November 17, 2017
Profiles Behind The Beat: Harry Fraud For the latest installment of Behind the Beat, we interviewed Coke Boys producer and Surf School leader Harry Fraud, a New York legend in the making. By Angus Walker April 07, 2016
Sneakers The Top 7 "Bred" Air Jordans Of All-Time We ranked the 7 best "Bred" Air Jordans ever released, from iconic classics to modern favorites that keep the black and red legacy alive. By Ben Atkinson November 24, 2025
Pop Culture Who Is Bhad Bhabie? Bhad Bhabie, real name Danielle Bregoli, has been an infamous figure for years. Here's some background into who she is. By Erika Marie April 28, 2023
Original Content Who Is Doechii? The "Persuasive" Hitmaker Hailing from Tampa, Florida, get to know the latest genre-bending artist from Top Dawg Entertainment, Doechii! By Chris Mobley May 18, 2023
Original Content Missy Elliott & Timbaland's Best Hits Missy Elliott and Timbaland have a close chemistry that is unmatched. Here is a list of their best hits. By Wyatt Westlake May 15, 2023
Reviews Lil Uzi Vert "RED & WHITE" EP Review "RED & WHITE" proves that Uzi’s new sauce needs some serious mixing before they finish “The Pink Tape.” By Joshua Robinson July 29, 2022
Original Content The 1017 Brick Squad Timeline A comprehensive infographic detailing the tumultuous, thrilling history of Gucci Mane's 1017 Brick Squad Records label. By Patrick Lyons July 03, 2014
Original Content Young Money/Cash Money: The Complete Current Roster A infographic providing a complete breakdown of artists currently signed to YMCMB. By Matt Aceto March 24, 2014
Original Content 30 Rapper Mugshots We collect thirty memorable mugshots from rappers. By Rose Lilah April 04, 2014