The year was 2005. And a young singer-songwriter from Oakland, Calif. was etching the first outlines of her music career. Now ...

The soundscape of Black music culture is built on both tradition and transformation. But aligned with every timeless classic and viral banger is a silent partner: technology. Let’s dive in … Before ...

Whether you’re into jazz, hip-hop, or old school soul, these establishments offer more than music—they offer an experience.

Review: Toronto-based label Icons Of Hip Hop follow up their inaugural 7" with a heavy second drop, pairing two titans of rap over an unmistakable 70s soul loop.The A-side delivers a vocal-led version ...

As Hip-Hop rose to prominence as the dominant force in Black popular culture during the ‘80s, Jones made a genuine effort to incorporate it into his work, forging a connection between eras.

OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- A new hip-hop music festival is coming to Oshkosh this spring. Valley Vinyl revealed its inaugural lineup Wednesday.. It's headlined by Ski Mask the Slump God, a multi-platinum ...

Playboi Carti, a name that resonates deeply within the hip-hop community, burst onto the scene with his self-titled album released in 2017.This album not only showcased his innovative sound but ...

TOKYO, Japan (WKRC) - Nissan dropped a new lo-fi hip hop album on vinyl. Nissan announced last Friday that it dropped an all-new lofi hip hop album on vinyl in recognition of National Vinyl Record ...

Review: Although it received a lukewarm reception on its initial 2003 release, Erykah Badu's third studio album, Worldwide Underground, has subsequently become something of a fan favourite - in part ...

Discover how hip hop culture can promote health equity, as explained by a neurologist. Learn about the intersection of music, community, and healthcare.