For most music lovers, the cover art is the visual gateway to their sonic sojourn. Before the first beat drops or word is uttered, that first impression is often the packaging for the album or cassette. Album art in itself often tells a story and sets the tone for the auditory journey. While the cover […]

As Outkast takes the top spot of best-selling rap albums with 'Speakerboxxx/The Love Below,' does the full list reflect your fave hip-hop LPs? The post Do The Best-Selling Rap Albums Of All Time Match Your Personal List? appeared first on Black America Web.

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Vice President Kamala Harris hosted an Hip-Hop 50 celebration for the ages at Vice President's residence.

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Hip-Hop pioneers Ice-T and Public Enemy are the headliners for the National Celebration of Hip-Hop concert, which will take place in Washington D.C. in the fall.

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Kangol has left an indelible mark on hip-hop culture, from the heart of the Bronx to the global stages.

Dj Akademiks is a Youtuber and blogger who has been known to stir the pot time and time again with industry members and socialites. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Most recently, he was crucified online for a livestream that went viral. […]

Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary continues with commemorative MetroCards thanks to MTA. Check out the special collaboration inside.

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During the golden age of hip-hop, rappers – influenced by Black Islam – steadily proclaimed their knowledge of self in their music The post Breaking Down Islam’s Influence And Impact On Hip-Hop appeared first on NewsOne.

Men’s Health magazine just got a few more women subscribers following the release of a 'lickable' cover with some of the hottest men in hip hop. Read about stories from legends Method Man, Common, Busta Rhymes, 50 Cent, Ludacris, and Wiz Khalifa here.

Stepping into the rap game at just 14 years old with her hit song ‘Roxanne’s Revenge’, our next guest is undoubtedly a hip hop OG! Roxanne Shante joins the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to talk career, biopic, and more. She takes us all the way to the start of her rap journey, describing living in […]