Rap

TAC XII's 'CULTURE' is a cornerstone of this generation's indie rap game

As I grow into my mid-twenties, I think back on the albums that influenced my taste like Illmatic, Late Registration, Self Explanatory, Masters of the Universe, and even Army of The Pharaohs as a…

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Cousin Stizz parties four times as hard on "Super Bowl"

Boston native and assumed New England Patriot fan, Cousin Stizz returns with a brand new single that gets into the football spirit of the times. Entitled "Super Bowl," the track…

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TDE's Punch stays "Gone" while the world turns

Top Dawg Entertainment has promised fans four new albums in 2016. Label President Dave Free has stated that SZA, Isaiah Rashad, Schoolboy Q, and Ab-Soul will all release projects this year, which is…

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Chi-Town's CJ TheFLii has "SUPER-NATURAL" spit

Chicagoan emcee CJ TheFLii just dropped his long-awaited mixtape entitled SUPER-NATURAL, and the project just so happens to be out of this world. Both Nieklaus and CJ produced the experimental hip hop record that…

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Mikey Ceaser teams with Grabbitz for a monster freestyle on "Aphex Twin"

I don't know if this freestyle has much to do with Aphex Twin at all really, but I do know the lyrics and flow are unbelievable. San Diego newcomer Mikey Ceaser has been amongst…

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So Loki flaunt their creativity in "Lil Ma" [Premiere]

So Loki is the experimental hip hop duo that have been making some serious waves in the Vancouver underground scene, and we're really excited to team up with the boys…

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Hit-Boy is living a blessed life on "Divine Guidance"

There's no doubt about it: Hit-Boy is one of those guys who doesn't have any weak links on his resume. Responsible for creating some of the most memorable tracks in…

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Talib Kweli & 9th Wonder remind us to "Pay Ya Dues" [Video]

A foreign concept to many, the idea of paying your dues is perhaps one of the most important aspects of building a long-lasting career. We live in a world where artists can…

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Bryson Tiller talks about the struggle, staying humble and his debut album Trapsoul

In the music world today, it’s incredibly easy for an artist to create one track that sends their careers heading into the stratosphere, only for the follow up to send…

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"Come Down" and check out this funky banger from Anderson .Paak

I know it's premature to start thinking about the best projects of 2016 in January, but I seriously think Anderson .Paak next project will turn some heads. Malibu, the sophomore album from the…

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Mick Jenkins offers fans a sip in the form of "Grenade Theory" and "$3,000 Advice"

Mick Jenkins is back in the studio and working hard on his next project, even after releasing both The Water[s] and Wave[s] in the past year and a half. Obviously, the young Chicagoan…

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Nef The Pharaoh and Cardo connect on "#Saydaat"

Nef The Pharaoh, the Vallejo bred rapper, has made a name for himself in the Bay and nationwide with his single "Big Tymin." The Birdman and Mannie Fresh influenced track was the…

TAC XII's 'CULTURE' is a cornerstone of this generation's indie rap game

Cousin Stizz parties four times as hard on "Super Bowl"

TDE's Punch stays "Gone" while the world turns

Chi-Town's CJ TheFLii has "SUPER-NATURAL" spit

Mikey Ceaser teams with Grabbitz for a monster freestyle on "Aphex Twin"

So Loki flaunt their creativity in "Lil Ma" [Premiere]

Hit-Boy is living a blessed life on "Divine Guidance"

Talib Kweli & 9th Wonder remind us to "Pay Ya Dues" [Video]

Bryson Tiller talks about the struggle, staying humble and his debut album Trapsoul

"Come Down" and check out this funky banger from Anderson .Paak

Mick Jenkins offers fans a sip in the form of "Grenade Theory" and "$3,000 Advice"

Nef The Pharaoh and Cardo connect on "#Saydaat"

Wesley Joseph connects with Danny Brown for forward-thinking single “Peace of Mind”

Larry June delivers refined, smooth new single "Who Coppin'"

globalFEST 2026 delivers a powerful night of international sound

Atmo Nura turns seduction into theater on dark, daring new single “Kiss Me If You Dare”

Marshmello, MEDUZA³, Swedish House Mafia, Dom Dolla to headline GMO SONIC 2026

Antania signs with Soundworks Direct Japan as futurist death metal takes hold

Moises "MO" Santizo introduces fresh concept of experiencing interviews through vinyl

Origins Inconclusive partner with DiscoverNü (DNÜ) marking new chapter for UK emerging artist culture

The Architect of Independent Empire: Rob Terell named among the world’s Top 10 Global A&R Executives

From Machismo To Mujeres: Women As The Face Of Reggaeton

4 things I learned on the 'Call Me If You Get Lost' tour

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