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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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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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Never Stop Wiping Me Down: The Rap-Up Weekly Singles Review
Harley Geffner breaks down the most compelling new singles of the week, featuring JRedie, 50Droppin, Sayy Datt, and more.
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Outkast, Ovrkast., and the History of Other People’s Names
Big Boi and Andre 3000 are currently involved in a legal dispute over a rapper's name, sparking a broader conversation about the history of artistic naming conventions.
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Still Supreme: John Coltrane at 100
Jeff Weiss explores the spiritual awakening and indomitable work ethic that defined John Coltrane's journey to his masterpiece, A Love Supreme.
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You Can Scare the Moment Away: An Interview with doseone
Avant-garde rap legend doseone discusses his new album, 'sighting,' and the delicate art of channeling creativity without forcing it.
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Until the End of Time: 2Pac, Las Vegas, and the American Myth
Reflecting on the 2Pac murder trial, the legacy of the Nevada nuclear tests, and the strange, conspiratorial afterlife of American culture.
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Rappers Never Retire: A Look at the Industry’s Enduring Icons
From Ghostface Killah to Scarface, we explore why hip-hop legends never truly retire and how they continue to shape the culture.
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XTINE Is Done Whispering About What Happened To Her
With her latest single 'Sirens,' artist XTINE moves past the veil of ambiguity to reclaim her narrative regarding a manipulative mentor.
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Slam on the CDJ: The Best DJ Sets of August 2026
From late-summer haze to high-energy club tools, we explore the most memorable DJ sets that defined the sound of August 2026.
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