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Original Content Top 30 DJs In Hip-Hop Right Now All DJs are not created equal. We gladly present the definitive list to the tastemakers and cultural influencers that excel on the 1s and 2s, rage up audiences around the globe, and are shaping the sound of music and contemporary hip-hop. Given the power of radio, many of these DJs have platforms at leading radio stations in addition to constant touring and lifestyle ventures. Do you see your favorite DJ on the list? Let the debate begin... By Mike Philson November 03, 2014
Sneakers 5 Best Air Jordan 4 Collabs That Rival The Undefeated Air Jordan 4 The Air Jordan 4 collaborations that rival the iconic Undefeated AJ4 that brought impact and influence to sneaker culture. By Ben Atkinson August 24, 2025
Original Content Soulja Boy Everything: The "She Make It Clap" Rapper Dives Into Getting His Credit, Drake, Bow Wow & Elon Musk Soulja Boy's riding high off of the success of "She Make It Clap" but there's more to do -- an anime, comic book, video game, and a meeting with Elon Musk. By Aron A. May 19, 2021
Original Content URL's Eric Beasley Discusses Drake & Caffeine Partnership, The Importance of Battle Rap, "AGS2," & More Beasley provides a detailed introduction to the Ultimate Rap League (URL), discusses Drake's involvement, explains the importance of battle rap in today's Hip-Hop culture, and reflects on some of the greatest battles in URL history. By Joshua Robinson April 15, 2022
Original Content Breakout Artists Of 2017 Find out which breakout star made the most noise in 2017. By Matt F December 18, 2017
Original Content Transplant Rap: 9 Rappers Who Blew Up Away From Home We look at a selection of rappers who found fame, not necessarily in their city of origin. By Maxwell Cavaseno September 10, 2015
Original Content Ranking Curren$y's "Pilot Talk" 1, 2, & 3 From Worst To Best Prepare for lift off as we analyze how the "Pilot Talk" albums rank against themselves. By Nicholas DG April 29, 2015
Sneakers Ranking Every Nike Air Max 1 OG Colorway From Worst To Best Ranking the most iconic Nike Air Max 1 OG colorways from 1987 to the 2017 Anniversary pack, from "Aqua" to the legendary "Varsity Red". By Ben Atkinson March 13, 2026
Original Content Lloyd Banks Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Rapper Discover Lloyd Banks' net worth in 2024, learn about his journey to success in rap and acting, and his lasting influence on hip-hop. By Jake Skudder January 30, 2024
Original Content Akon Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Star Discover Akon's net worth in 2024 and learn about his music career, business ventures, and philanthropic efforts shaping his wealth. By Jake Skudder January 02, 2024
Original Content Best Sonic Games Ranked Learn more about some of the best games from the Blue Blur, and why you should speed through them all. By Gale Love April 17, 2023
Original Content A Look At The Life Of Tupac Shakur We take a look back at the life of Tupac Shakur on his birthday. By Nikita Rathod June 16, 2014