From 1982 to 2020, here are 15 memorable records and lyrics rooted in protest. Decades before "Black Lives Matter" became a global hashtag touted by celebrities and leading politicians, hip-hop ...

The 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop has been celebrated over the past week, culminating in an outdoor concert on Friday night where it all began. Important figures in Hip-Hop history made the trip to New ...

Hip-hop‘s journey from underground movement to global cultural force spans five decades of evolution, during which lyrical content has both reflected and influenced societal changes. Industry experts ...

Sampling originated from DJ Kool Herc's Merry-Go-Round technique. Over time, the technique evolved and has created hip-hop songs with ties that go back decades. The legal battles with clearing samples ...

To celebrate the golden anniversary of hip-hop, we rounded up 35 essential hits. These songs were hugely significant for the genre's growth and made an impact on the music industry. Our picks are ...

Of the last 25 years, there are few figures in the world of sports that had a larger impact on their sport and pop culture than Kobe Bryant. As a five-time champion and 2008 MVP with the Lakers, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Hip-hop is a game of kings, and for over a decade, Drake sat at the throne. Whether people love him or hate ...

It’s a strange feeling having your “Day Ones” — the people who believed in you before you believed in yourself — not be around to see how the story is going. I doubt I would have gotten into college ...

Expect to see selections from the established stars, the next wave of new talent, the up-and-comers and everyone else in between. If the song is fire enough to beat the competition, it'll take one of ...

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