Share article Print article “Reasonable Doubt” was not the first rap album I ever owned. But Jay-Z’s debut was the first ...

Ahead of his Atlanta performance, Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels reflects on ‘My Adidas,’ hip-hop’s early days, sobriety and why he believes positivity can be gangster.

Bronx before it became a global movement — including some perspective from rap critic and native New Yorker Alphonse Pierre on why it's still best when close to home. Hip-hop’s origin story is ...

Hop” (Backbeat Books, 2026). I felt dumb for never making the connection until now. Rap and punk, argues critic Carlo ...

Our guide for the festival's second Saturday include the chameleonic Post Malone, the enigmatic Jean Dawson and a ... Bruce ...

Knicks fans and hip hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash explain to ClutchPoints why OG was his favorite player during the title run ...

Missy Elliott's groundbreaking music and visuals challenged industry norms, paving the way for diverse female artists. Her ...

Steve Lacy and SZA connect on “is it cool?” Fans have been eagerly awaiting new music from Steve Lacy, and […] The post Steve ...

Released through Def Jam Recordings 36 years ago today, LL’s third studio album arrived at a pivotal moment not only in his career, but in Hip Hop’s evolution. The genre was rapidly expanding its ...

Don’t call it a comeback! Hip-hop legend LL COOL J is going back to Philly, Philly, Philly, for some unfinished business on New Year’s Eve. “Philadelphia is thrilled to welcome everyone to our vibrant ...

LL Cool J has been bringing the cool and captivating crowds with his voice for decades. Following his epic six-minute medley at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, where he performed his hits "Going Back ...