Rap
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Maxo Needed Time (and Some Hallucinogens) To Heal
Nearly four years since the release of his major-label debut, the L.A. rapper is back with a new album, a stronger focus — and big plans for the future
- Trippy Tunes
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Trugoy the Dove Was a Subtle Genius Who Helped Make De La Soul Relatable
The innovative rapper, who passed away at 54, delivered dense rhymes with a leisurely charisma, always unafraid to let his lovely mind float
- TRIBUTE
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‘Fight the Power’ Misses How Mainstream Rappers Became the Power
Executive produced by Chuck D, PBS’ four-part docuseries chronicles hip-hop’s history of protest anthems while neglecting to wrestle with its current state
- KNOW YOUR HISTORY
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Chuck D Still Believes Rap Can Change the World
Rap’s foundational firebrand on his new PBS docuseries, the younger hip-hop acts he respects, and the future of AI in music
- The Rhythm, the Rebel
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Here’s What You Need To Know About the YSL Trial
Prosecutors say Young Thug isn't just a rap superstar, but a gang leader; his lawyers say he's innocent. One of the year's most closely-watched court cases is about to get underway in Atlanta
- Rap on Trial
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Black Sheep Files Class Action Claiming Universal ‘Unlawfully Retained’ $750 Million in Royalties
The influential 1990s hip-hop duo alleges Universal Music Group struck a "sweetheart" deal with Spotify that "shortchanged" thousands of artists
- 'Shortchanged'
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Tory Lanez Found Guilty in Shooting of Megan Thee Stallion
A Los Angeles jury convicted Tory Lanez on all three counts Friday, and then pandemonium erupted in the courtroom
- Decision
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Rapper Who Posed at Capitol Riot for Album Cover Sentenced to Prison
Antionne Brodnax, known as Bugzie the Don, was spotted in photos inside the Capitol building on Jan. 6
- Rioting Rapper
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Babyface Ray to Release New Album ‘Mob’
Detroit rapper's second full-length LP of 2022 will arrive in December
- December Baby
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Destroy Lonely Makes Whatever the Hell He Wants. He Plans To Inspire You To Do the Same
The charismatic Atlanta rising star behind 'NOSTYLIST' wants to create new genres on his way to building his own world
- Up Next
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