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Nick Grant: Tiny Desk Concert
Friday, June 02, 2017
The Atlanta-based MC came through with the flu and coolly earned our praise. How sick is that?
Ivy Sole's 'Life' Reassures That Pain Is Temporary
Thursday, June 01, 2017
The first video from the rapper/singer's East EP is dedicated to a friend she lost while attending the University of Pennsylvania.
All Songs +1: Why We're Still Obsessed With Tupac
Friday, May 26, 2017
NPR Music hip-hop reporter Rodney Carmichael talks with Ben Westhoff, author of Original Gangstas, about the enduring legacy and influence of Tupac Shakur, more than 20 years after his death.
Gucci Mane's New Album 'Droptopwop' Is The Climax To One Redemptive Year
Friday, May 26, 2017
After years of being dogged by his own demons, the trap god is living his best life yet.
First Listen: Cody ChesnuTT, 'My Love Divine Degree'
Thursday, May 25, 2017
A studio session with Kanye led to a new album that finds the soul eccentric extending his fatherly compassion, and a helping of funk, to the world at large.
Organized Noize Raises A Fist To Fight On 'We The Ones'
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
Big Boi, CeeLo and Big Rube unite for a powerful visual from the new Organized Noize EP.
Perceived Extremes: Kendrick Lamar Takes His 'Mask Off' On New Future Remix
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
When a remix challenges rap's preconceived notions with a collaboration between the conscious king and the trap star, what more can you ask for?
My Mom Loves Snoop Dogg, And Other Testaments To A Quarter-Century Of Relevance
Sunday, May 21, 2017
With the release of Neva Left on Friday, the elder statesman of rap isn't making a comeback as much as he's maintaining his streak of consistency.
T-Wayne Lives: T-Pain And Lil Wayne's Collaborative Album Released After A Decade
Thursday, May 18, 2017
Listen to the unicorn LP the two artists made in their prime, only to shelve it for so long, it looked like it'd never see the light of day.
Fetty Wap Teases 'King Zoo' With New Single, 'Aye'
Friday, May 12, 2017
A new post-apocalyptic video has arrived in advance of the rapper's forthcoming sophomore album.
Jay Z Closer To Billionaire Status With $200 Million Live Nation Deal
Friday, May 12, 2017
A new touring deal for the rap mogul could make him hip-hop's new highest earner.
Danny Brown And 'Silicon Valley' Go Together Like An Awkward First Date
Thursday, May 11, 2017
"Kool Aid," a new song from the Detroit MC, will appear on the HBO show's hip-hop-heavy soundtrack.
LISTEN: Shabazz Palaces Shades 'Your Favorite Rapper' With '30 Clip Extension'
Tuesday, May 09, 2017
Quazarz vs. The Jealous Machines will be the second of two albums released by the psychedelic hip-hop group, both on July 14.
First Listen: Marco Pavé, 'Welcome To Grc Lnd'
Monday, May 08, 2017
The debut full-length from this Memphis MC gives voice to a side of town long overburdened by its own buried legacy.
WATCH: Future's 'Mask Off' Video Is A Hood Opera Of Apocalyptic Proportions
Friday, May 05, 2017
Amber Rose joins Future for a hellish night ride of flutey loops.
Jamila Woods' Hair-Raising Video For 'Holy' Is A Psalm Of Self-Love
Wednesday, May 03, 2017
Some black girl magic and a little reassurance is just what the Chicago native ordered to get over an old flame.
'Mogul': Even In Death, Chris Lighty Takes Hip-Hop To Another Level
Tuesday, May 02, 2017
A new podcast tells the story of one revered music exec's rise and tragic fall to document a cultural revolution.
Bonelang Explores Queer Identity Beyond The Binary In 'Michelada'
Tuesday, May 02, 2017
Chicago hip-hop duo and interdisciplinary artist DW McCraven challenge gender norms in a visual two years in the making.
Brother Ali Spits Divine Flows On 'Never Learn'
Monday, May 01, 2017
The Minneapolis MC is a prophet, plain and simple. The second single from his forthcoming album is a beautiful testament to truth.
Avery*Sunshine: Tiny Desk Concert
Monday, May 01, 2017
The gospel-trained singer showcased why she counts Aretha Franklin and Smokey Robinson as fans.
