#hip-hop

#hip-hop

The tour kicks off November 13 in Portland, Oregon, and will snake its way through major U.S. cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and New York before concluding in Miami Beach on December 15.

Time has been surprisingly kind to 50 Cent: Bulletproof, which is 20 this November. In this shooter, 50 Cent gets caught up in a shadowy underground network full of dodgy terrorists, racist biker gangs and mouthy mafia members.

The demands here are clear: Put some Lulu on this butt. One of the big lies about rap music in the 90s and the 2000s is that only one or two female rappers could be successful at any given time.

Aesop Rock's "Roadwork Rappin'" transforms mundane construction imagery into poetic density, illustrating his ability to find significance in the ordinary with humor and craft.

At any moment, Moskino's flow can go from motormouthed to deliberate, from a scream to a whisper, from a DMX growl to a Baby Mel screech.

With the release of "Eat Couch," Hit-Boy showcases unapologetic energy through bold lyrics and a playful, bass-heavy beat, creating a nightlife anthem for late hours.

The essence of "Gravity Freestyle" lies in Banks' ability to completely absorb a beat and make it his own, often more convincingly than the original artist.

Young Dro's intensity elevates everyone in his radius, switching from laid-back to triple-time spitting, inciting a call-and-response, making it feel as though he's rapping to get another record deal.

"AMB started out as just a collaboration and now it's a brand and a growing piece of California music culture," Chuuwee said, reflecting on the project’s evolution.

AraabMuzik's Electronic Dream 2 arrives after a long wait, featuring tracks that meld sappy trance with expert MPC manipulation, revitalizing stadium-sized dance music.

When I think about Busta Rhymes: awe-inspiring power, commitment to his craft, commitment to excellence as an artist and performer... [Rhymes] was born to do something universal.

"One-four, two-five, my math came from the go-go / My rap came from the culture, my rap game from the GOAT though," Wale declares, grounding his identity in both regional rhythm and generational excellence.

Anycia describes her sophomore album Grady Baby as 'disrespectful,' stating, 'It make you wanna choke a nigga down, put him on the ground. Make him bite the concrete.' Her appeal lies in her unrestrained attitude.

Mick Jenkins kicks things off with clinical precision. Every bar feels designed-tight rhyme patterns, layered schemes, and a vocal cadence that swings between restrained and menacing.

Atlanta rapper Che has announced that his new album, Rest in Bass, will be released on July 18, featuring a music video for the single "Hellraiser" with OsamaSon.

Paul Wall never left-he just hit cruise control, teaming up with DJ.Fresh for "Riding With The Top Down," a Houston-laced track that showcases musical maturity.

Lil Yachty's latest single, 'Won't Diss You,' features a candid and self-assured verse, showcasing growth and detachment from online drama in hip-hop.

The resulting track, 'Journey,' is a sempiternal Bay Area mobb banger with slow-dripping bells, sinister synths and cryptic tales of East Bay street life and scandal, representing a different era of Bay Area sound.

The original 2008 release of WLIB AM: King of the Wigflip by Madlib reflects a blend of comedic skits, fake commercials, and rich record textures, showcasing a unique sonic experience.

The release of "pray4dagang" carries a weight that goes beyond the music. It arrives on the heels of Rocky's acquittal in a high-profile legal case and amid major life changes, including the news that he and Rihanna are expecting their third child.

When Kneecap performed at Glastonbury music festival this year, bandmember Mo Chara told the crowd, 'us three have no right to be on this stage in front of this many people, rapping predominantly in a language that even people at home don't even speak.' Kneecap has risen to prominence amidst controversy surrounding its shows and political statements.