One of rap’s biggest community activists, working on bigger plans — slain by gunshot
The recently slain southside L.A. rapper was also an entrepreneur, a strong supporter of stopping gang violence, and much more.
Category: Music
This is what 21 Savage’s deportation case revealed about him
The Atlanta rapper isn’t afraid to get into trouble, but when he was about to get deported, he felt afraid of what was going to happen.
Harverd Dropout shows Lil Pump is still having the most fun
There can only be one Lil Pump and it isn’t you, but he’ll bring you along for the ride.
Streaming music is starving artists
Big labels made billions last year through streaming, but artists are seeing only a tiny fraction of that revenue.
After 5-years the Jonas Brothers are back and showing growth
By participating together in a documentary about their lives as soloists, the Jonas Brothers rebuilt their relationship together and found an old spark they wanted to relight.
Chris Robinson’s New Earth Mud is the most underrated debut blues rock album of all time
New Earth Mud is a very diverse, soulful, blues rock album written all by Chris Robinson. It was released in 2002 and has not gained nearly as much attention as it deserves.
When the news of a lost artist strikes the media, all heads are turned in the direction of the tragedy
Streaming spikes in the days after a musical artist passes away, leading to a reconsideration of their work.
Ski Mask the Slump God’s Stokeley is his best album of 2018
The Florida rapper’s latest album is unpredictable but consistently impressive from beginning to end.
Trippie Redd’s A Love Letter to You 3 shows the rapper dealing with love and loss
The third addition to the famous Trippie Redd album series, A Love Letter to You is candy for your ears.
Music is a great help to teenagers with anxiety
My personal experience with anxiety and panic has shown me the power of music for stress relief.
Elvis Presley vs Chuck Berry: who’s the real king of Rock and Roll?
Many people think that if singer and guitarist Chuck Berry were white he would be considered the king of rock and roll.
Breaks–the simplest yet one of the most powerful tools used in music.
Listen to our playlist and see if you can notice when breaks are used.
LISTEN: The difference between good and bad sampling in hip-hop
Listen to this Spotify playlist and read to learn about how today’s hip hop artists incorporate other’s music into their own.
The evolution of modern rock: Blues pioneer Muddy Waters first made rock LOUD
We are all familiar with the electric guitars that are in every rock n’ roll band, but where did that come from? Our columnist explains.
After a successful debut album, Khalid is back on tour!
Expectations are high for this young and upcoming new artist after he releases new tour dates.
George Michael and his everlasting legacy
George Michael is still considered to this day as a strong and impactful soul, what makes him so special?
Full Court Press: Are NBA rookies living up to the hype?
Now 3 weeks into the season we are getting our first glimpse at whether the young guns can handle the highest level of basketball.
Without Warning, The freshest collab album from 21 Savage and Offset–are you prepared?
“Slaughter Gang” and “Yung Rich Nation” team up for a Halloween surprise, another notable thing in your trick-or-treat bag besides all those candies and chocolate.
Mr. Davis proves that Gucci Mane rules the streets of East Atlanta
With his new release, La Flare shows that his time in prison didn’t change his musical style one bit, and he still makes one of rap’s finest albums of the year.
Camila Cabello is finding her own way to success after leaving Fifth Harmony
Fifth Harmony’s former member left the group after a strong 4 years together. But who has she become now as a solo act? And what caused her departure?
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