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Original Content Action Bronson Is Mr. Wonderful Queens' wildest MC finally makes a project that matches his larger-than-life personality. Ignoring conventions and common decency, Bronsolino walks us through the making of his major label debut. By Patrick Lyons March 25, 2015
Reviews Kodak Black's "Painting Pictures" (Review) Kodak Black's debut album arrives amidst personal chaos and an ever-changing rap landscape. Did the Finesse Kid trick us all, or is he truly worth the hype? By Maxwell Cavaseno April 04, 2017
Original Content Yeezus Ticket Giveaway: See Kanye West And Kendrick Lamar [Update: New Show Dates] HNHH is giving away 3 Pairs of tickets to see Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar on the Yeezus Tour! Choose the city where you want to attend and make sure to enter below for a chance to win! [Update: Tickets are still unclaimed for the LA show. Check the Twitter link below and win LA tickets today!] By hnhh November 11, 2013
Reviews Drake "Scorpion" Review More unfazed than upset, Drake's "Scorpion" is anchored by the weight of its own expectation, despite moments of brilliance. By Mitch Findlay July 05, 2018
Reviews Review: Rick Ross' "Hood Billionaire" Rick Ross' second release of 2014, "Hood Billionaire," recycles a Rozay album formula that could use an injection of personality. By hnhh November 25, 2014
Reviews Review: August Alsina's "Testimony" "Testimony" is a riveting, authentic debut from the Def Jam signee August Alsina. By Matt Aceto April 17, 2014
Original Content Game Changers: Lil Wayne Edition <p><strong>Game Changers is a new HNHH feature that highlights artists that have left a strong mark on hip hop. Whether it be through creativity, influence, exposure, or just plain good timing, a game changer is someone who has brought something to rap where the game just wouldn't be the same without them.</strong></p> By Trevor Smith January 29, 2013
Original Content Origins: Drake's "Nothing Was The Same" A closer look into Drake's "Nothing Was The Same" By Trevor Smith October 01, 2013
Original Content ScHoolboy Q's Pursuit Of Happiness HNHH sits down with ScHoolboy Q to find out why he's happier than he's ever been in his life. By Danny Schwartz July 08, 2016
Original Content Top 10 J. Cole Story-Telling Tracks We highlight instances of J. Cole's story-telling prowess in celebration of "4 Your Eyez Only." By Seymoure December 09, 2016
Original Content The Streaming "Game Of Thrones": Drake & Apple Music Vs. Jay-Z & TIDAL The state of the music industry's two newest streaming services. By Nicholas DG July 07, 2015
Relationships Jada Pinkett-Smith & Tupac: A Rare Friendship The relationship between Jada Pinkett-Smith and Tupac continues to prompt much in the way of theorizing. By Samuel Allan August 07, 2019