After the critical and commercial success of Kendrick Lamar’s 2012 effort good kid, m.A.A.d city, all eyes within the industry have fallen on Top Dawg Entertainment’s other artists, particularly...

It’s been a while since Justin Timberlake graced the world with his music. After a good run with the boy band ‘N SYNC and a stunning pair of solo albums, Timberlake decided to take a little break...

By 2013, everyone should know that “gangsta rap” is an umbrella term for ultra-violent, hyper-masculine hip-hop that mixes Godfather-esque lavishness with street tales as compelling as those seen...

If you have listened to mainstream hip-hop within the last year, chances are you have heard the name A$AP Rocky. After the success of his mixtape LiveLoveA$AP — featuring the hit single “Peso ”...

I will admit that I am a recent fan of Kendrick Lamar. My first encounter with the West Coast MC was when a friend suggested that I listen to his 2011 independent release, Section.80. Beyond impressed,...

It is not often that the combination of two cultures can be described as “incredible,” “remarkable” and “dope” at the same time. Can you imagine a world where hip-hop and martial arts are essentially...

Last month, hip-hop superstar Lil Wayne made a controversial statement that said he is taking a hiatus from the genre. He decided to tender his “resignation” with an update to his Dedication mixtape...

This year has been a good one for hip-hop fans. With rising “freshmen” such as Kendrick Lamar and Meek Mill and returning veterans such as Pusha T (from Clipse) and 2 Chainz (Tity Boi from Playaz Circle),...