Brittany Nicole doesn’t fit into a single lane. She’s a visual architect, a creative polymath, a storyteller who moves seamlessly between pen, lens, and mic.…

Michael Eric Dyson says Jay-Z 'vigorously disagreed' with his opinion on Kendrick Lamar

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'The Santa Claus beard': LL Cool J rocks the very look he once swore off, and fans are loving the switch-up

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Dayton, Ohio’s own Philonius Phunk, founder of Phunk Breaks Entertainment, returns…

More than just another project, DNA represents the core identity of The Hated Crew—its influences, struggles, sound, and artistic vision woven together into one cohesive body of work. The title itself reflects the idea that music is embedded in the group’s very makeup. Every track explores the elements that form their musical…

Cole Lumpkin doesn’t create from a distance. He creates from inside the moment. As a New York City native, his artistry reflects motion, curiosity, and constant self-interrogation. Music for Lumpkin isn’t something you step into once everything is figured out. It’s something you carry with you, refine on the move, and allow to grow…

As Black History Month closes and Women’s History Month begins, a comeback story rooted in resilience, loss, and legacy is unfolding.

The industry might want to pay…

Hip hop force HoodTrophy Bino is blurring the lines between viral internet moments and cinematic art with his new music video for “The Real.” The video, produced by Ordinary Visions, features a shocking…

In celebration of what would have been his 99th birthday, the independent feature "The Daughters of Dolemite" will debut with a special advance preview screening March 17 and…

Brandy’s R&B anthem stirs heated debate

In a move that’s already got fans buzzing, King Chad has announced the release of his newest studio album, …

Chuck D responds to Gene Simmons' thought that 'hip-hop does not belong' in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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Shyne announces homecoming concert celebrating 25th anniversary of debut album

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DSP Links: Apple Music:…

Hip-hop’s roots reveal deeper cultural fusion

Shaboozey addresses backlash to 'Immigrants built this country' remark at Grammys

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Clipse won their first Grammy as a group for best rap performance for “Chains & Whips.”

Story by Yuriy Andriyashchuk