Hip Hop 50

1988: The Year That Redefined Hip-Hop Forever

Discover how 1988 revolutionized hip-hop, shaping the genre's future. From N.W.A.’s impact to the rise of political rap, find out why this year remains…

Nov 29, 2023 •

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Brandon O'Sullivan

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Unpacking the Genius of Slick Rick's Debut Album

Dive into Slick Rick’s unparalleled ability to tell stories through rap, as showcased in his debut album.

Nov 1, 2023 •

Retrospective Review: Enta da Stage by Black Moon

Before it was Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), Illmatic, or Ready to Die, there’s Enta da Stage.

Oct 19, 2023 •

2013: When Hip-Hop Generations Collided

A look back at 2013, a year that saw an exceptional blend of hip-hop generations and their music.

Oct 17, 2023 •

Brandon O'Sullivan

Retrospective Review: Very Necessary by Salt-N-Pepa

Emerging from Queens, the rap group Salt-N-Pepa unleashed their most valiant effort and activism through Very Necessary.

Oct 12, 2023 •

10 Songs Defined Kendrick Lamar in the 2010s

We’re looking at the legendary status of a hip-hop rhyme savior.

Oct 11, 2023 •

Retrospective Review: My Name Is My Name by Pusha T

The reinvention of Pusha T: How 'My Name Is My Name' sculpted his solo identity.

Oct 8, 2023 •

Retrospective Review: Champion Sound by Jaylib

Do you know what happens when two veteran producers collaborate? We get ‘Champion Sound.'

Oct 7, 2023 •

How 1989 Built on Hip-Hop’s Groundbreaking Year

A thorough look at how 1989 faced the daunting task of following 1988, a landmark year in hip-hop. Did it succeed? Let’s investigate.

Oct 6, 2023 •

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Brandon O'Sullivan

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Retrospective Review: Critical Beatdown by Ultramagnetic MC's

Kool Keith and Ced-Gee set the bar for off-the-wall lyricism and rhyme patterns.

Oct 4, 2023 •

Retrospective Review: Paper Trail by T.I.

T.I.’s clamor and depth of self-reflection are touched on in ‘Paper Trail' with a mix of commercialism.

Sep 30, 2023 •

Retrospective Review: The Love Movement by A Tribe Called Quest

A Tribe Called Quest’s last album before their return in 2016.

Sep 29, 2023 •

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