On surprising new albums, '80s trailblazers LL Cool J and MC Lyte sound thrillingly revitalized, thanks to sharp production choices and a willingness to bend their signature styles toward the moment.

Critics Rating: 2.0 stars, click to give your rating/review,Petta Rap leaves you wondering how its makers depended only on ...

Rapper Danny Haimona reflects on the legacy of Kaupapa Driven Rhymes Uplifted - the 1997 Dam Native album regarded as one of ...

His solo career saw hits like "It Was a Good Day," showcasing his versatility and cementing his status as a rap icon. Nasir Jones, known simply as Nas, rounds out the top five with his intricate rhyme ...

Chino XL's cause of death has been revealed by his family - two months after the rapper's shock passing on July 28 at the age ...

Z, the billionaire mogul who transformed hip-hop, built an empire, and continues to impact culture and business.

Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records have signed with Reservoir Publishing; Edgar Barrera re-ups with Sony Latin Publishing.

Back to kickstart another winning season, Grammy-winning, chart-topping hip-hop superstar Lil Durk serves up a brand-new ...

Smith and Govan will be tried at a later date While the swiftness of the Young Dolph murder trial seems to be an anomaly, ...

Sean "Diddy" Combs, an American rapper who's gone by "P. Diddy" and "Puff Daddy" is being charged in connection with sex ...

Cop Your XXL Merch Now Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand-new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be ...