One of the most powerful things about hip-hop is the way that it gives a microphone to people from groups that aren't often listened to in our society, and part... Read More...
Here's an idea. Every rap novice shall make himself familiar with the rap music that was hitting in his or her year of birth. It's an utterly stupid idea, of co... Read More...
Almost ten years ago Charlie Sloth introduced himself to me as an amateur of UK rap in the best possible sense - someone who loves the genre enough to remind pe... Read More...
Forever is a mighty long time. In fact it seems like forever since Meridian, Mississippi native Big K.R.I.T. broke out with his "K.R.I.T. Wuz Here" mixtape in 2... Read More...
It's easy to overlook Eminem's group D12 as a fun side project that ended up feeling the brunt of both Eminem's semi-retirement and Proof's death in 2006. Their... Read More...
Last night, I attended a party with a bunch of writers, artists, and musicians. It was exciting: everyone was witty and stylish; the guests were all engaged in ... Read More...