The Jazz Defector: Arturo Sandoval’s Journey to Freedom
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DYLI Teams Up With UK Garage Pioneer Maxwell D for ‘London Bridge, Pt. 2’
Stockton artist DYLI returns with a grittier, evolved sequel to her 2024 hit, featuring UK garage icon Maxwell D.
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Elizabeth Holmes, Billy Evans, and a Strange Hip-Hop Obsession
A deep dive into the bizarre digital life of Elizabeth Holmes's husband, Billy Evans, and his peculiar fixation on hip-hop culture.
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Sav Deneiro Treats Hip-Hop Like a Road Movie on “A ROAD II PARIS”
Road movies have a simple formula: a starting point, a far-off destination and everything that happens in between. Sav Deneiro borrows that structure for his latest release, “A ROAD II PARIS,” and it makes perfect sense coming from an artist who thinks like a filmmaker. Based in Atlanta and building his name around Marietta and […]
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Laying the Foundation: Redd Bricks Builds With “Going On”
Emerging Saint Louis hip-hop and trap artist Redd Bricks is making waves with the release of his latest music, Going On.
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Slam on the CDJ: The Best DJ Sets of September 2026
From reverb-drenched dub to experimental field recordings, we explore the most memorable DJ sets that defined the landscape in September 2026.
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1ripNick Brings High-Energy Trap from Tallahassee
Tallahassee-based artist 1ripNick is making waves in the hip-hop scene with the release of their latest single, Understand it.
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DJ Shadow Reflects on the Legacy of Endtroducing…..
Thirty years after the release of his landmark album, DJ Shadow discusses the art of sampling and the enduring impact of his masterpiece.
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YUNG $xMBER Delivers Dark, Atmospheric Vibes on $tay dead longer
Dallas-based artist YUNG $xMBER explores the shadows of modern hip-hop with his latest release, $tay dead longer.
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Raps for Leaving Your Body Behind: The Weekly Rap-Up
Harley Geffner breaks down the most essential new hip-hop releases, exploring the latest tracks from artists like Lucki and Jackboy.
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Reading’s $tunny Swings for the Fences on “Make It Major”
Rising Pennsylvania talent $tunny makes a bold statement with his latest project, blending modern trap aesthetics with ambitious storytelling.
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I Don’t Think It’s Funny: Back to Black at 20
Amy Winehouse’s masterpiece remains a poignant reminder of how brilliant women are often misunderstood, exploited, and dismissed.
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Man Vs. Machine: Aphex Twin’s Drukqs at 25
Twenty-five years after its release, Aphex Twin’s polarizing album Drukqs remains a complex, misunderstood masterpiece of electronic music.
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Kurtis Blow Remembers It All: A Legacy of Hip-Hop Innovation
As the Paid In Full Foundation prepares to honor Kurtis Blow in Las Vegas, we reflect on the pioneering career of the rap legend who helped define the genre.
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Somewhere Over the Rainbow: The Rap-Up
Anthony Seaman breaks down the most notable singles of the week, featuring new music from Gabe ‘Nandez, Draft Day, and Nino Paid.
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Bobbyy Tackyy Interview: A Deep Dive into the Artist’s Creative Evolution
We sit down with Bobbyy to discuss his remarkable new album, TACKYY, and the journey that shaped his unique musical perspective.
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Serengeti’s ‘Boxer Driver’: A Masterclass in Character Study
Serengeti returns with a poignant new EP, 'boxer driver,' exploring the intersection of financial ruin and personal identity through a two-man narrative.
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Wu-Tang Goes to the Ballpark: A Staten Island Oddity
The Staten Island FerryHawks’ recent tribute to the Wu-Tang Clan offered a surreal intersection of local sports, hip-hop history, and corporate culture.
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Not So Italian After All: A Weekly Rap-Up
Anthony Seaman breaks down the most notable singles of the week, from lost Jay-Z and Kanye West tracks to the experimental sounds of the underground.
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After Further Review: De La Soul’s Stakes Is High
Thirty years after its release, we revisit De La Soul’s seminal album, Stakes Is High, to explore its enduring legacy and cultural impact.
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The Ten Most Underrated Rap Albums of 2006
Twenty years later, we revisit the hip-hop landscape of 2006 to uncover the most underrated rap albums that deserve a second look.
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Miley Cyrus Grows Up: A New Era of Boundaries and Peace
Miley Cyrus is redefining her relationship with fame, prioritizing personal well-being and intentional boundaries over the relentless pace of superstardom.
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You Can’t Control Time: A Conversation with megiapa
Producer megiapa discusses the intentional, collaborative process behind her latest album and the challenge of letting go of control.
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The 2001 Project: Aesop Rock’s Labor Days
Revisiting Aesop Rock's seminal 2001 album, Labor Days, an essential exploration of the grind, the body, and the passage of time.
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Everyday Betrayals: The Rap-Up Weekly Review
Donald Morrison breaks down the most compelling new tracks from Kodak Black, Cash Cobain, Rio Da Yung OG, and more in this week's Rap-Up.
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Andre 3000 and the Myth of Permanence
Paul Thompson explores the artistic evolution of Andre 3000 through his new short film, '7 Piano Sketches,' and the nature of creative legacy.
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Cletus Strap: Finding Rhythm and Truth in Rap
From the drum kit to the spotlight, Cletus Strap discusses his artistic evolution, the meaning behind his latest album, and his journey with Earl Sweatshirt.
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The 2001 Project: cLOUDDEAD’s Self-Titled Debut
An exploration of the avant-garde hip-hop collective cLOUDDEAD and their impact on the musical landscape of 2001.
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The Lost Stevie Wonder Sessions: A Deep Dive into the Vault
Fifty years after the release of his magnum opus, four previously unreleased tracks from the Songs In The Key Of Life sessions have finally surfaced.
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