This week's Rap Station Spotlight Artist begins with an intriguing anecdote. After years of trading rhymes and verses, Nowenen struck dialogue with Askia, “ We need to record a cd.” “I don't rap,” replied the latter. “I don't either. That's what makes it...… Read more

Today marks a historic date in Hip-hop as the legendary Tupac Shakur receives nomination for official induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, along with other musical archetypal figures, Bad Brains, Chaka Khan, Pearl Jam, and Janet Jackson. The rapper's eligibility into the hall of fam...… Read more

This is Rap Station once again catering to your weekly dose of retrospect albums, acknowledging past release dates of notable records authored by iconic Hip-hop figures. In recognizing both album and artist, the creation of a throwback playlist (it helps set the mood, trust me) is strongly advised....… Read more

Three iconic albums came out on this day in Hip-hop, and a retrospect look qualifies a break from the mainstream at acknowledging the rap minds behind these memorable magnum opus'.   Blowout Comb (1994) Acclaimed rap group Digable Planets launched their second studio alb...… Read more

It's not news to say that Drake is popular, but sometimes you need a little perspective to understand just how popular the Canadian rapper, singer, and actor is. For instance, the perspective provided by Drake's latest accomplishment: his new song "One Dance" is now the most stream...… Read more

Last April Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco announced that he was in the process of creating three brand new albums, all of which were supposed to be released before the end of 2016. Today, Fiasco announced that due to mixing and legal issues, the release of all three albums will be shelved until at least...… Read more