Alvin Jones talks about the legacy of BET's Rap City and hip-hop's lasting influence on the world. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News: photos: Alvin Jones/Rhodman Enterprises) "Everybody thought hip-hop ...

HBO Max may have rebranded as Max, but one thing has definitely remained the same: A steady stream of cancellations. Rap Sh!t, a hip-hop comedy series from Insecure creator Issa Rae, is the latest ...

HIP HOP TV has announced an electrifying collaboration with FAST Channels TV, catapulting the enthralling realm of hip-hop culture onto the global stage. This groundbreaking partnership marks a ...

The comedy from creator Issa Rae starring Aida Osman ran for two seasons on the streamer. By Lesley Goldberg Television Editor, West Coast “We are extremely grateful to Issa Rae for creating Rap Sh!t, ...

The comedy from show creator Issa Rae debuted its season two finale last month. By Ryan Gajewski Senior Entertainment Reporter Created by Issa Rae, Rap Sh!t starred Aida Osman (Shawna) and KaMillion ...

For as long as hip-hop has been around, female MCs have been on the front lines as tastemakers, trendsetters, and all-around heroes. It's been a thankless task, and it hasn't gotten any easier — not ...

Fat Joe's authenticity helped him gain respect from all angles as he pushed to break boundaries as one Hip Hop's only Latino rappers. From his eccentric style, booming voice, and explosive career, ...

When Darrell Harris refused to sign a contract with the new bosses at Houston’s channel 39 studios back in the '90s, he made one of the best business decisions of his career. He had already started to ...

PLEASURE. WELL, 50 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK, A BLOCK PARTY IN THE BRONX CHANGED THE COURSE OF MUSIC HISTORY ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY. THIS WEEKEND. CITIES AND FANS PAYING TRIBUTE AND CELEBRATING THE CULTURE ...

The brand new music docuseries Hip Hop Was Born Here premieres exclusively on Paramount Plus Tuesday, July 22. Cord cutters who have yet to explore Paramount Plus can enjoy a 7-day free trial before ...

Rap music stands as a vibrant tapestry woven into the very fabric of the Black community, serving not just as an art form but as a resonant voice echoing its culture, struggles, and resilience. Yet, ...

It’s an afternoon in July 2023, and New York City Mayor Eric Adams is in his element. Standing at a podium at the foot of the marble staircase in New York’s City Hall, the Mayor is flanked by staffers ...