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Since hip-hop's emergence in the 1970s, the movement has fostered a cultural climate of harmony and good music for everyone. From the early days of B-Boys and break dancing to the modern era of big jewelry and even bigger rhymes, hip-hop has been able to transcend generations and color boundries despite initial dismissals as a fad.
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New Rappers on the Way to Changing Music
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Long gone are the days of the aging rapper trying to remain relevant through fitted hats and sports jerseys, as the game is welcoming a new breed of MCs. more...
Travis Barker & DJ AM Critical After Plane Crash
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After jumping from the burning plane Travis and DJ AM were in critical condition. But recent reports are saying the artists are expected to make a full recovery. more...
"R. Kelly Speaks," Funkmaster Flex Reacts
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R. Kelly sat down with BET's Toure on Monday for his first and last interview about his child pornography trial. But NY DJ Funkmaster Flex was less than amused. more...
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As the industry changes many formerly successful artists are finding themselves in a tough spot. But can Nelly box his way out of the possible failure of his new album? more...
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After over ten years of breaking new artists and premiering videos, MTV has decided to pull the plug on TRL. more...
Ne-Yo & The Year of the Gentleman
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Can Ne-Yo's third time up to bat measure up to his first two attempts? Come in and take a "Closer" look at the man who penned "Miss Independent." more...
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After being linked to James Payton for almost 8 years, Jennifer Hudson reps recently revealed the R&B star is engaged to reality TV star. more...
The Family That Preys Soundtrack
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Although not officially released to the public, the soundtrack for Tyler Perry's "The Family That Preys Together" is ripe with R&B and Pop hits. more...
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The Death Of Auto-Tune - The Revival Of Hip-Hop
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By: David Reyes
An Analysis of Eminem's Lyrical Style on Relapse
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By: Sarah Smith
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By: Gerard Fannon
Review: Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter III"
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By: Jordan Drake
Lil Wayne is Not the Greatest Rapper Alive
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By: Joseph Franco
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