Following a viral cultural call-to-action from comedian and cultural commentator Godfrey urging Black creators to stop ...

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, it is crucial to set the record straight about its origins. Despite the genre’s massive influence and global reach, there are still many misconceptions ...

August 11 is National Hip-Hop Celebration Day! The celebration was made official by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer last July, following the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. In a speech on the Senate ...

After a 23-year run catapulted by Grammy-winning single “Heaven” and decorated with a Willie Nelson collaboration, CMT spotlight, and World Series National Anthem performance, the self-defined ...

Black women were instrumental in the early stages of hip-hop and continue to make history today. We’re looking at those who ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 2: Kendrick Lamar wins the award for ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) (THE CONVERSATION) It’s always awkward telling people what I do for a living. I’m a ...

What's going on with rap? After celebrating 50 years of legacy in 2023 with marquee moments like the Hip Hop 50 multi-headliner concert at Yankee Stadium, plus Kendrick Lamar's historic run – capped ...

Hip-hop, which emerged from the streets of New York City in the late 1970s, has grown into a global cultural phenomenon. Its influence extends far beyond its own genre, permeating various musical ...

Plugging into hip-hop’s legacy of social justice and empowerment, the Hip Hop Institute 4 Peace (HH4PEACE) is leading the ...

In August Australia’s Rachael Gunn, also known as “Raygun,” delivered an Olympics breaking performance more redolent of mockery than mastery of the competitive form better known as breakdancing.

The long-running debate over Hip-Hop and Rap continues to shape global music culture, yet many listeners still struggle to understand the true difference between the two. The world of music is often ...