Hip-hop was created in 1973, and during that decade, it was a genre still in its early stages that was more DJ-centric with focuses on b-boy dances and live performances. However, by the time the ...

The long-running debate over Hip-Hop and Rap continues to shape global music culture, yet many listeners still struggle to understand the true difference between the two. The world of music is often ...

Starting in the late ’70s, hip-hop and rap ascended through popular culture, mostly in America but also in other countries. Then, in 1990, a breakthrough. Hip-hop and rap tracks began infiltrating the ...

West Coast hip-hop is mourning the loss of one of its foundational voices. Mtulazaji Davis, better known as P.E.A.C.E., the iconic MC of Freestyle Fellowship, has died, the group confirmed via their ...

The West Coast group confirmed P.E.A.C.E.'s death in a post on social media over the weekend. By Michael Saponara Freestyle Fellowship rapper P.E.A.C.E. has died. The West Coast hip-hop group ...

Funk icon George Clinton also received the inaugural Quincy Jones Award. By Gail Mitchell Kool G Rap and Grand Puba were the honorees at the Paid in Full Foundation’s 2025 Hip Hop Grandmaster Awards ...

In the late ‘80s, Ice Cube joined hip-hop group N.W.A. alongside Eazy-E and Dr. Dre. However, he left the group after releasing its first album and debuted his solo project “AmeriKKKa’s Most Wanted” ...

Cardi B has become one of hip-hop’s most recognizable and influential figures, known for her sharp lyrical style, unapologetic personality, and chart-topping hits like Bodak Yellow and I Like It, ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Celebrating hip hop and Memphis. The very first People's Hip Hop Awards Experience wrapped up Sunday night in the heart of the Bluff City. The show featured several star-studded names ...

Aug. 11 is hip-hop’s official birthday. On this day, 52 years ago, not only was a genre of music born, but a culture was birthed too. This culture would go on to create industries that made ...

This year's celebration of all things hip hop is set to take place from August 17-23 thoughout the city. Fight the FOMO with our guide to the Great Milwaukee Summer. We've got the hottest places to ...

The Lox have been top-tier lyricists for the better part of three decades, and the bandmates, podcast partners, and longtime friends have continued to showcase their excellence. In a new episode in ...