Igor Keller recorded four albums last spring. Not across four years. Not in rotating sessions between tours. Four complete albums, back to back, in a single season. For Longboat (a project led by Igor Keller), it’s just how the process works. The latest output from his Longboat project, Album 35, didn’t arrive with a grand […]
Celebrating 35 years of Digital Underground's 'Sex Packets,' we explore the group's innovative spirit, the creation of Humpty Hump, and their legendary connection to Prince.
Harley Geffner dives into the chaotic, genre-bending sounds of RXK Nephew, the relentless consistency of Kodak Black, and the Brooklyn drill synergy of Sheff G and Sleepy Hallow.
New Orleans legend Juvenile discusses his latest album, 'Boiling Point,' the importance of community, and his enduring legacy in hip-hop.
Afroman turns a harrowing police raid into a masterclass of protest art, defending his First Amendment rights with wit, music, and a flair for the dramatic.
Jeff Weiss unearths a long-lost portrait of NBA YoungBoy, capturing the volatile, raw energy of a budding superstar from a decade ago.
Matthew Ritchie explores the decline of the baseball walk-up song, analyzing how players' choices reflect a broader struggle with taste and identity in the modern game.
Anna Dorn explores the enduring, complex, and deeply personal connection she has maintained with Lana Del Rey over the past thirteen years.
A deep dive into the latest releases from Rich The Factor, Dave East, and Chris Crack as we break down the week's essential hip-hop landscape.
A deep dive into the artistry and narrative evolution of HoodTrophy Bino as he navigates the complexities of his musical journey.
Kool Keith returns with 'Facts Remain,' a track that reaffirms his status as hip-hop's most unpredictable and enduring surrealist.
An exploration of the unsung heroines behind the P-Funk empire, as discussed by Seth Neblett.
A deep dive into the evolving landscape of hip-hop culture, sobriety, and the intersection of music and politics.
A look at the latest developments and upcoming releases in the hip-hop landscape for the week of March 9, 2026.
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Art by Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. All the critics love Paul […]
In 2011, I interviewed Oli “Power” Grant, the financial mastermind of the Wu-Tang Clan, who along with RZA and Divine, helped redefine the business of hip-hop. In the wake of his passing, we’re re-upping this interview about the origins of Wu Wear clothing, the history behind the song “Wu-Wear: The Garment Renaissance,” and the unfulfilled plans […]
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Art via Michael McKinney Independent rap journalists will recommend you new music until their voices give out. Keep it that way by supporting Passion of the Weiss via a subscription to our Patreon. Michael McKinney understands the cultural importance of Kreayshawn’s “Gucci Gucci.” In January, plenty of the world’s finest selectors proved their chops yet […]
Art by Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Michael McKinney is the […]
Art via Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Long Beach rapper $tupid […]
Image via Nickelus F/Instagram The Rap-Up is the only weekly round-up providing you with the best rap songs you need to hear. Support real, independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon. Ant shall bring disaster to evil factors. [embedded content] [embedded content] Before turning 30, Chief Keef and NBA Youngboy […]
You can find Jeff Weiss in his Mitsubishi, eating sushi, bumping Fugees In the American imagination, voodoo is all zombies and hexes, New Orleans tourist traps and American Horror Story. In its Haitian incarnation, it is a ritual of the powerless to right injustice. It’s a response to a chaotic world and an ancestral history […]
Art by Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Dash Lewis wants someone to […]
RenowedOmen is not interested in fitting neatly into a genre box. The Colorado Springs producer is focused on building music that feels immersive, intentional, and alive. His tracks don’t just play in the background. They create a space you step into. He describes his sound as a “futuristic underground renaissance,” but what stands out most […]
Lipstick Killer has never separated danger from femininity. She built her identity on the collision. The name itself says everything. She describes Lipstick Killer as “cute, feminine, and absolutely deadly on the mic” — a reflection of growing up balancing softness and toughness. As a teenager, she was battling mostly boys, holding her ground while […]
Art by Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Dean Van Nguyen‘s book Words […]
Art via Evan Solano Show your love of the game by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon so that we can keep churning out interviews with legendary producers, feature the best emerging rap talent in the game, and gift you the only worthwhile playlists left in this streaming hellscape. Maxo joins Jeff Weiss […]
On February 13, the hardcore hip-hop artist, Tyler Boy Sammy, returns with “Italy,” a new single that follows the trajectory set by his 2025 EP Lake Way Harbour. According to the official press release, the track continues his “raw, uncompromising” approach, but this time with a noticeable shift in atmosphere. If Lake Way Harbour documented […]