Ever heard of Horrorcore Hip-hop? Nope, it isn’t the latest slasher flick—it’s actually its own subgenre which has in fact been stalking about in the Hip-hop scene for over 30 years. Today just happens to be birthdate—or to appease the horror-esque theme, spawn-dat...… Read more

 Young artist Wash enjoyed a breakout season last year with his video “Can’t Trust These Thots” going viral, which also won recognition from Billboard. Paving the way to his well-earned spot in mainstream R&B and Hip-hop, “Thots” gathered several peak...… Read more

2 out of 3 Hip-hop fans will hear the name Ma$e and remember the several hits he offered as the Florida-born, Harlem-raised rapper. On the other hand, many others also respect his identity as simply Mason Durell Betha, the talented rapper-turned-pastor and motivational speaker. August 27 (tracing...… Read more

On Friday, August 26, starting at 6 a.m. PDT, Seattle radio station KEXP dedicates twelve hours to De La Soul’s 3 Feet High and Rising, the groundbreaking hip-hop classic. KEXP DJs will play the entire album, plus related B-sides and rarities, and all the original recording...… Read more

  After receiving widespread acclaim from audiences with his debut two-disc album Summertime ’06, West Coast rapper Vince Staples returns with the release of his latest work, Prima Donna, debuting August 26, 2016. The EP will release one track above its previously-r...… Read more

From the beautifully arranged and impactful title track to the call to action of “Change the World” featuring Blackalicious’ Gift of Gab, Albuquerque’s Wake Self’s latest album, Malala, retains a musicality unmatched by most modern day emcees and offers up brilliant soc...… Read more