Hip-hop originated in the South Bronx in 1973 but quickly made its way up the Metro-North Railroad to Connecticut.

On this day 45 years ago, “Rapper’s Delight” by the Sugarhill Gang became Hip-Hop’s first-ever Top 40 hit, marking a transformative moment in music history. Released in August 1979 by the Englewood, ...

Remembering 18 influential Hip-hop artists who passed away in 2024, including Rich Homie Quan, DJ Mister Cee, and Rico Wade, ...

Known for its sun-soaked beaches, monumental parties and cultural melting pot, Miami has a unique sound that has influenced ...

The famed Chicago emcee adds the world-renowned institution to a resumé that already includes MIT and Yale University.

When it comes to Method Man, there’s a reason his name rings out in the halls of Hip Hop history. With a voice that drips charisma, Method Man’s lyrical prowess is unmatched, blending clever wordplay, ...

Sampling has been a cornerstone of hip-hop since its inception, with producers repurposing existing music to create entirely ...

The year in hip-hop was defined by an epic battle between ... artists like Cash Cobain and Chow Lee, who provided the culture with the raunchy raps it deserves. Or SahBabii, whose new album ...

As the year ends we have to reflect on one of the biggest years in hip-hop in recent memory led by Kendrick and Drake.

Grammy Award-winning rapper Lupe Fiasco will serve as a distinguished visiting professor at Johns Hopkins University, Peabody Institute in Fall 2025, the university said Friday.

GloRilla, Latto and Doechii all delivered landmark rap albums. Not just because they had the best bars, but because each ...