What is hip hop without hot 97, the greatest radio station of all time
When it comes to hip hop radio, few stations have made as big of an impact as Hot 97. From its earliest days with DJs like Mr. Magic and Red …
Rap and R&B, Hip Hop’s loving relationship
Rap and R&B have had a long-standing relationship that cannot be overlooked. R&B has been instrumental in making hip hop more accessible to a broader audience by providing a softer …
The Greatest 50 Rappers of All Time
Hip hop has been around for half a century, and it has produced some of the greatest musical talents of our time. The ability to create music is just one …
What make a classic hip hop album?
Hip hop has produced some of the most iconic albums in music history, and the debate over what constitutes a classic hip hop album rages on. The criteria for a …
Bridging the gap – black and white relations in hip hop
Black and white relations in hip hop have always been complex, dating back to the early days of the Beastie Boys and Vanilla Ice. While Eminem and Mac Miller may …
Hip Hop intersects with the HBCU
Oh, the passion that arises when hip hop intersects with the HBCU or Historically Black Colleges and Universities! The result is nothing short of incredible. Attending an HBCU means experiencing …
Hip Hop Summers, How the summer changed the landscape
When it comes to hip hop, there’s no denying that summers hold a special place in our hearts. From the beginning, this art form has been intertwined with the year’s …