It was the best of hip-hop times. It was the worst of hip-hop times. Ha! 2025 was a rollercoaster of rap music’s highs and lows. The duality was so real. I can’t recall a year with such a wide array ...

The year 2025's standout tracks reflected shifts in sound, storytelling, and digital influence. Kehlani, Clipse, and Doechii each brought unique perspectives that resonated across platforms. These ...

2024 will be hard to top. The year included chart-topping albums from Kendrick Lamar, Eminem, Tyler, The Creator, Future, Ye, 21 Savage and Yeat, and critically acclaimed releases from the likes of ...

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 28: Recording artist Kendrick Lamar performs onstage during the 60th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Madison Square Garden on January 28, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Theo ...

The Hip-Hop world lost a true pioneer when Gene “Groove” Allen passed away in February 2025. As a key member of Groove B. Chill, Allen helped bridge the gap between Hip-Hop’s golden era and mainstream ...

While countless end-of-year lists circulate each December, few captured hip hop’s devotion to lyricism like the Genius “2025 In Review.” Despite narratives suggesting otherwise, the data show that ...

Hip-hop stars Nelly, Eve and Ja Rule revealed plans for the “Where The Party At” world tour, a 54-date event spanning Australia, Europe, Canada and the United States from March through Aug. 2025. The ...

The festival is returning with a brand new format. By Kyle Denis After closing out 2024 by treating Miami to an explosive 10th anniversary lineup that included cinematic headlining sets from Travis ...

There’s a raw energy in the air—a palpable, jittery anticipation as the old guard of hip-hop production gets tossed aside by the relentless force of technological innovation and cultural upheaval.

For over 50 years, Hip-Hop has gifted the culture as we know it with a great deal. Not only has the genre introduced us to world-class talent, often taking up space in our hearts and memories, but ...

Hip-hop’s most celebrated festival returns as Rock The Bells announces its highly anticipated 2025 lineup. On Saturday, June 28, Rock The Bells will unite generations of rap royalty under one roof at ...

The BAFTA-winning group will launch the tour at Coachella on April 11. By Gil Kaufman Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap have announced dates for their 2025 North American tour. The West Belfast, Northern ...