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Jean Grae is Self-Releasing a New Album Tonight. Here’s the First Single (Audio)

Just months after dropping Gotham Down: cycle 1: Love In Infinity (Lo-Fi) via her Bandcamp, Jean Grae is releasing another album tonight (January 14). Grae's Jeanie album, as its called, includes "The Mask." Here, you hear the ultra-talented daughter of Jazz vocalist Sathima Bea Benjamin dabble into some singing. In... Read more

January 14, 2014 Throwback

DJ Jazzy Jeff & Skillz Kick Off Vinyl Destination Season 2 (Video)

DJ Jazzy Jeff is a true turntablism ambassador. The Philadelphia DJ/producer is a non-stop touring artist, with his show partner/MC, Skillz. Jeff documented his travels, with A Touch Of Jazz, in Vinyl Destination over the last two years. Cut into seasons, these lengthy vignettes are expanding into a second run.... Read more

January 14, 2014 Video

Nas Brings Hip-Hop Education to Harvard. Hip-Hop is Alive and It’s Changing Lives (Video)

Ammunition's new series, By Design, takes a compelling look at Harvard University's Nasir Jones Fellowship. The fellowship's namesake, Nas, explains his role and activism and punfully says that Hip-Hop needs a countering "slow-down period" to the "fast life" (a single Nas appeared on with Kool G Rap almost 20 years... Read more

January 14, 2014 Video

Sway Chops It Up About West Coast Hip-Hop Old and New With Alchemist and Evidence (Video)

Evidence and Alchemist sat down with Sway to talk about West Coast Hip-Hop (old and new), their new Step Brothers project and how Evidence got Sway his MTV gig. Kid Ink also got in on the conversation. Check out the video. Related: The Step Brothers (Alchemist & Evidence) Have The... Read more

January 13, 2014 Video

Childish Gambino Clowns Chick-Fil-A in His Latest Short Film (Video)

Childish Gambino has written and directed a new short film called Chicken and Futility that takes a satirical side-eyed look at Chick-Fil-A while also pondering the meaning of life through the action of moths...Make sense? Check out the video. Related: Donald Glover (aka Childish Gambino) – Clapping for the Wrong... Read more

January 13, 2014 Video

It’s Official…Pusha T Confirms He and No Malice Are Working on a New Clipse Album with The Neptunes (Video)

Despite being coy in an earlier interview with DJ Heat, Pusha T has confirmed via Facebook that reports about a forthcoming Clipse reunion album, produced by The Neptunes, are true. Check out the post and the interview where Pusha discusses the rumor leak, critical praise for My Name Is My... Read more

January 13, 2014 Video

Here’s a Video Recap of Kendrick Lamar’s CES Experience Set to a Remix of Westside, Right On Time (Video)

In the Summer of 2012, Kendrick Lamar dropped his Westside, Right On Time single with Young Jeezy during TDE's fan appreciation week. That song got the remix treatment as part of a video recap of Kendrick's experience at CES last week. Check out the video and remix below. Related: Kendrick... Read more

January 12, 2014 Video

Bun B for Mayor in Houston? It Just Might Happen…(Audio)

Rumors have been swirling about Bun B making a run for mayor of Houston in 2015. Bun B addressed those rumors and his political aspirations, generally, in an interview with New York's Hot 97. Whether he runs or not, he's sounding pretty official... Related: Bun B Discourages Young Artists From... Read more

January 12, 2014 Audio

Vado Flips Black Rob’s Whoa Track on His New Single. Here’s Be Like (Audio)

Vado is back with a hard-hitting new single that interpolates Black Rob's 2K club banger, Whoa, and updates it for 2013. The title plays on a popular current day meme catchphrase. Check out Be Like. Related: Vado – Fast Lane ft Raekwon (Video)... Read more

January 12, 2014 Audio

I Got a Story to Tell…Here’s a Playlist Dedicated to the Art of Storytelling in Rhymes (Audio)

Many MCs have witty punch lines, but a rare few have the ability to tell a full and engaging story over 48 bars and 3 hooks. Here's a playlist dedicated to some of Hip-Hop's artful storytellers. You know the names: Nas, Biggie, Slick Rick, Eminem, KRS-One, Ice Cube, Jay Z,... Read more

January 12, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage, Playlists

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Tell Arsenio They Want to Be Part of The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Video)

After performing on The Arsenio Hall Show, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony sat down with Arsenio for an exclusive online interview. The quintet discussed the unique brand of musicality they contributed to Hip-Hop and R&B, their desire to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and more. Check out the... Read more

January 11, 2014 Video

Here’s an Incredible VIDEO MIX of 80’s R&B and Hip-Hop Classics. Prepare to Be Blown Away (Video)

Here's a really incredible 80's video mix that was done by M*Knight. You'll hear music from Heavy D, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, Shelia E, Bobby Brown, Guy, Rene & Angela, De La Soul, Cherrelle and Alexander O'Neal, Cameo, Klymaxx, Michael Jackson...If this was just an audio mix... Read more

January 11, 2014 Throwback

All 5 Members of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Perform on the Arsenio Hall Show (Video)

All 5 members of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony stopped by the Arsenio Hall Show to perform their classic Crossroads and their new single Everything 100. Check out both performances below. Crossroads Everything 100 ft Ty Dolla $ign Related: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony Pay Tribute to Eazy-E, Tupac & The Notorious B.I.G. (Video)... Read more

January 11, 2014 Video

Happy Birthday to the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, The Incomparable Mary J. Blige (Video Playlist)

What's the 1/11? Mary J. Blige's birthday...and what better way to celebrate her than through her music? It's easy to forget how many hits she has but it's kinda RIDICULOUS. Here's a video playlist so you can Reminisce. Related: Here’s a playlist celebrating the legendary career of Mary J. Blige... Read more

January 11, 2014 Playlists, Video

Q-Tip, Leonardo Dicaprio & Jonah Hill Are Creating a Native Tongues-Inspired TV Show

Q-Tip has many friends in high places. The longtime front-man MC/producer for A Tribe Called Quest has starred in films with Nicole Kidman, rolled with Kanye West and Kim Kardashian, and kicks it with Leonardo Dicaprio. Leo and Tip have been friends for years, and even had a lively 2008... Read more

January 10, 2014 Fresh

Grap Luva, Rob-O and EDO.G Celebrate Pete Rock on Living Legend (Audio)

EDO.G links up with longtime Pete Rock collaborators Grap Luva (Pete Rock's brother) and Rob-O on a song honoring Soul Brother #1. Check out Living Legend. Related: DJ Premier and Pete Rock Are Doing a Joint “Pete Rock vs. DJ Premier” Album (Video)... Read more

January 10, 2014 Audio

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inducted Run-DMC, Beastie Boys & Public Enemy But Passes on N.W.A. Ice Cube Reacts (Video)

Over the years, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has expanded its scope and become more of an all-around music hall of fame. In recent years, Hip-Hop acts like Run-DMC, The Beastie Boys and Public Enemy have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. This year,... Read more

January 10, 2014 Video

Uhh Huh, What’s That Sound? OutKast is Performing in New York This Summer. Details Here.

Fresh off official confirmation of OutKast performing as one of the headliners at this year's Coachella festival, Rolling Stone has confirmed that the dynamic duo will also be performing at Governor's Ball in New York City this Summer. Here's what Rolling Stone had to say: "OutKast will make their first... Read more

January 9, 2014 Fresh

Who Needs Yeezy’s When You Can Rock Clark’s Originals by DOOM? (Video)

Here's a dope clip documenting underground legend (MF) DOOM's participation in a series of customized Clark's Originals that are being rolled out. DOOM had the opportunity to put his touch on the shoes for his own limited edition line, as part of their Pioneers series. Check out the video. Related:... Read more

January 9, 2014 Video

Bishop Nehru Picks Up the Torch From the Golden Era and Runs With It on Mobb Dizzle (Video)

Part of Bishop Nehru's appeal is he's a bit of an Everyman. The Rockland County, New Yorker slaved away in his bedroom, studying his heroes, and learning how to mimic the rhymes, the beats, and the overall vibe of a seemingly bygone era of Hip-Hop. That's exactly what you get... Read more

January 9, 2014 Video

Freddie Gibbs & Problem Serve Up Some of That New Gangsta Boogie on One Eighty Seven (Video)

Freddie Gibbs, one of the recent prides of Gary, Indiana, links with Problem—another current generation purveyor of Gangsta Rap, and the pair interpolate Too Short's "Freaky Tales" classic for a song about redrum. Check out the video for One Eighty Seven. Related: Freddie Gibbs & ESGN Cover 3 X Krazy’s... Read more

January 9, 2014 Video

MC Serch Freestyles Off the Top of the Dome on the Arsenio Show. It’s Like 1990 all Over Again (in a Dope Way) (Video)

3rd Bass' MC Serch was on the Arsenio Hall Show to promote the launch of Serch's own talk show. At the end of the interview, Serch kick a true off the top freestyle, OG style. Check out the video. Related: 3rd Bass’ MC Serch Gets An Afternoon TV Talk Show.... Read more

January 8, 2014 Video

What is a Hilarious Game Show Clip? Alex Trebek Doing Biggie & Dr. Dre Raps on Jeopardy. Seeing is Believing (Video)

This week on "Jeopardy," Hip-Hop lyrics were a trivia category. The contestants' knowledge may not impress you, but listening to famed host Alex Trebek stiffly rapping lyrics from Biggie, Dr. Dre, The Beastie Boys and Public Enemy is a hilarious way to spend a minute of your time. Is Mary... Read more

January 7, 2014 Video

No Malice Discusses the Possibility of a Clipse Reunion and Being a Positive Rapper in Hip-Hop (Video)

No Malice stopped by 106 & Park to discuss his new music, the challenges with being a positive rapper in Hip-Hop and the possibility of a Clipse reunion in 2014. Check out the video. Related: Pusha T’s Sessions With The Neptunes Is Actually A Reunion For The Clipse?... Read more

January 7, 2014 Video

If You Like D’Angelo, This SoulQuarian Soul Tribute Mix Will Make Your Month (Audio Mix)

It's been nearly 13 years since D'Angelo released his last studio album. He teased fans with a return to the stage and some tour dates over the last 18 months, but a new album has yet to surface. Not to worry, DJ Mike Rizzy has put together an AMAZING tribute... Read more

January 6, 2014 Audio, Throwback

Common’s New Album Will Be a Call to Action to Stop the Violence in Chicago (Video)

Twenty-two years ago, No I.D. (then known as Immenslope) produced over half of Common's (then known as Common Sense) debut album, Can I Borrow A Dollar? In the years since, No I.D. and Comm, both Chicagoans have worked together on some heralded albums such as Resurrection and One Day It'll... Read more

January 6, 2014 Video

DJ Premier and Pete Rock Are Doing a Joint “Pete Rock vs. DJ Premier” Album (Video)

This is 50 caught up with DJ Premier and Pete Rock recently. The 2 legendary producer/DJs discussed touring, the BET Cyphers and their respective upcoming projects, including their joint Pete Rock vs. DJ Premier LP. Check out the video. Related: The 50 Most Compelling Visual Moments in Hip-Hop of 2013... Read more

January 5, 2014 Video

Here Are the 50 Most Compelling Visual Moments in Hip-Hop of 2013 (Video Playlist)

In our final 2013 wrap up, we tackle the most compelling visual moments in Hip-Hop of 2013. This is not a playlist of the best videos for hot songs (though there are some dope music videos included) nor freestyles (we did that already). Instead, it is a compilation of the... Read more

January 5, 2014 Featured-homepage, Playlists, Video

Lantana Returns to Do More Microphone Damage on The Sway in the Morning Show (Video)

A couple of months ago, Lantana dropped one of the hardest verses ever heard on The Sway in the Morning show. The MC literally left Sway gasping for breath and Heather B threatening to take her shirt off (you had to be there...). The Cincinnati MC recently returned to the... Read more

January 5, 2014 Video

Want to See the Obamas Rocking to Snoop? Watch His Performance Honoring Herbie Hancock (Video)

Snoop was recently invited to perform during the Kennedy Center Honors to help celebrate the career of the legendary Herbie Hancock. Hancock's music has played an important role in Hip-Hop, having been sampled by artists like Mobb Deep, N.W.A., 2Pac, Kool G. Rap, Slum Village and countless others. One of... Read more

January 5, 2014 Video

See the WORLD with DJ Jazzy Jeff…While Listening to DOPE Beats (Video)

If you saw any of the episodes of DJ Jazzy Jeff's Vinyl Destination series, you know it was one of the better Hip-Hop web series of 2013. It chronicled Jeff's world travels (literally the WORLD) in various exotic places, often accompanied by Skillz. Here's a "best of" recap of those... Read more

January 4, 2014 Video

When DJ Premier Speaks Hip-Hop Listens. Here are His 20 Favorite Songs of 2013.

There have been lots of wrap up lists of the "best of" 2013, including many of our own. When one of the greatest producers of all-time weighs in, however, Heads take note. DJ Premier has put together his list of his 20 favorite Hip-Hop songs of the year and some... Read more

January 4, 2014 Fresh

Onyx is Reuniting in 2014…But First Here are a New Album and Video from Fredro Starr (Audio & Video)

In advance of Onyx's upcoming reunion album (see below), Fredro Starr has released a solo project that was produced entirely by Audible Doctor. You can stream all of Made in the Streets below, as well as watch the first video from the LP below. And about that new album... MAD... Read more

January 4, 2014 Audio, Video

Mac Miller Says He Hates White Rappers on His Latest Song…(Audio)

Mac Miller is on a psychedelic trip on his latest release, Erica's House. In addition to saying he hates white rappers, he expresses his dissatisfaction with being confused with Macklemore, among other things. Obviously, the song is cheeky but Mac's rhyme skills are getting more serious by the song. Check... Read more

January 4, 2014 Audio

Nipsey Hussle Salutes His Lady in His New Song 6 Inch Heels (Audio)

Nipsey Hussle is starting 2014 as active as he was in 2013. His latest release is an ode to the woman in his life. Check out 6 Inch Heels featuring June Summers. Related: Nipsey Hussle - Crenshaw (Mixtape)... Read more

January 3, 2014 Audio

Ghostface Killah Joins the Cast of Couples Therapy?? What’s Next, Raekwon on Iron Chef? (Video)

When Flavor Flav joined the cast of The Surreal Life back in 2004, it was like a punch in the gut. Even though Flav had always been the foil to Chuck D (the reminder of America's nightmare) it was a satire in which we were all participating. When he stepped... Read more

January 3, 2014 Video

It’s Official…OutKast is Reuniting at the 2014 Coachella Festival. Here’s the Scoop.

Rumors have been swirling about an OutKast reunion for years, but the volume and intensity has grown louder in the last several months. In November, word broke that the duo might be reuniting at Coachella and then, a photo of the 2 together in December set the Web ablaze. Now,... Read more

January 2, 2014 Fresh

Guess Who’s Making Another Album Together…Pusha T & The Neptunes Are in the Studio Right Now (Video)

Pusha T recently announced that he would be holing up in the studio with The Neptunes for 20 straight days to work on his new album, King Push. The date has arrived and, true to his word, Push, Pharrell and Chad are at work. Check out Pusha revealing the plan... Read more

January 2, 2014 Video

Rick Ross Starts the Year With a Verse Over Kanye West’s Bound 2 (Audio)

Rick Ross drops a verse on Kanye West's soulful Bound 2 track. Related: Did Rick Ross & Jay Z Make Their Best Collabo Yet? The Devil Is A Lie (Audio)... Read more

January 1, 2014 Audio

Here’s a Video For Pimp C’s Verse on Tom Ford. RIP to the Underground King (Video)

Jay Z got a previously unreleased verse from Pimp C for the remix of Tom Ford. Here's a video for the verse which showcases a lot of rare footage of the underground king. Check it out below. Related: Bun B & Pimp C Wave The UGK Flag With Lil Boosie... Read more

December 31, 2013 Video

N.O.R.E. and Busta Rhymes Go In on a Classic Hip-Hop Break Beat. Check Out Manners (Audio)

N.O.R.E. and Busta Rhymes dusted off the classic Joe Cocker track that was used by the Ultramagnetic MC's, 2Pac and more--and they ROCK it. Check out Manners. Related: Native Tongues Fans Rejoice As Q-Tip & Busta Rhymes Release Their Collabo (Mixtape)... Read more

December 31, 2013 Audio

Don’t Get It Twisted. Inspectah Deck is Still Here. Get On Deck (Audio)

Inspectah Deck has been in the game 20-years strong and he's not slowing down. Check out his latest, Get On Deck. Related: Mathematics Releases Double Video for “Shorty” & “Four Horsemen” With Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, Method Man & Cappadonna (Video)... Read more

December 30, 2013 Audio

Snoop Interviews Russell Simmons and the Conversation is a Stone Krush Groove. Get This Knowledge (Video)

Snoop Dogg's amazing GGN series continues with whom he calls the "Godfather of Hip-Hop," Def Jam Records co-founder Russell "Uncle Rush" Simmons. Anybody who has read Rush's Life & Def knows that Simmons has lived an interesting life. From managing his brother's group, Run-DMC, through founding Hip-Hop's most enduring mainstream... Read more

December 30, 2013 Video

Here’s a MEGA Playlist of 200 of the Best Hip-Hop Songs of 2013. Stream It Here (Audio)

2013 featured some incredible music. We got Kendrick Lamar going HAM on the entire industry, new tracks from heavyweights like Jay Z, Eminem, J. Cole, Kanye West and Drake, and gems from vets like Rakim, Redman, Erick Sermon, MC Lyte, Talib Kweli, Wu Tang Clan, De La Soul, Masta Ace,... Read more

December 30, 2013 Audio, Playlists

Here’s New Music From Rapsody. Check Out Illuminaughty Produced by 9th Wonder (Audio)

Rapsody is staying on her grind and finishing the year like she started...STRONG. Here's another new track from her off the forthcoming Jamla is the Squad compilation. The beat is courtesy of 9th Wonder. Check out Illuminaughty. Related: New Music From Rapsody to Wind Down the Year? Why not…Here’s Betty... Read more

December 30, 2013 Audio

Think Hip-Hop is Dead? Audio Push and Joey Bada$$ Beg to Differ…Tis the Season (Video)

Each time Hip-Hop is proclaimed dead, a new crop of MCs emerge to carry the torch of the 40-year old culture that just multiplies. 2 leaders of the now school are Audio Push and Joey Bada$$. They have a Hit-Boy-produced East Coast/West Coast collabo on Audio Push's stellar Come As... Read more

December 29, 2013 Video

This Week in Hip-Hop Video Brought Snoop’s Visit to The White House, Method Man Performing Bring The Pain & More (Video Playlist)

This week in Hip-Hop video brought a charged performance of Bring the Pain by Method Man at Mack Wilds' show, a new video from Mack, low fi highlights of Snoop's trip to The White House, some heated discussion from The Lox about what's wrong with New York Hip-Hop and more.... Read more

December 29, 2013 Playlists, Video

Scarface Says the Powers That Be are Dumbing Down Hip-Hop. Here’s Why (Video)

Chuck D famously said "radio suckas never play me" over 2 decades ago in protest of a format he believed catered to the lowest common denominator. According to Hip-Hop OG Scarface, not much has changed. He sat down with Combat Jack and spoke on how he believes Hip-Hop is being... Read more

December 29, 2013 Video

Drake Flexes His Slow Flow on a New Hit-Boy Track. Here’s Trophies (Audio)

Drake has announced he will release a new track on each of the last 5 days of 2013. The latest is the Hit-Boy-produced Trophies, where Drake returns to the slow flow he flexed on Started From the Bottom and Worst Behavior. Hit-Boy supplies a track with hard-hitting horns and drums.... Read more

December 29, 2013 Audio

Uh Oh. They Let Snoop Dogg in The White House…And He Took His Camera Phone (Video)

Earlier in the year during his Reincarnated documentary, Snoop mentioned that he would like to go to The White House to see the Obamas, but didn't think it would ever happen...for all the obvious reasons. Shortly after that, the Big Boss Dogg got an invite. Here's some footage of Snoop... Read more

December 28, 2013 Video