hip-hop

Rae Sremmurd Reflects on 10 Years of 'SremmLife' and Shaping Hip-Hop’s Fun Era

In an exclusive interview, Swae Lee and Slim Jxmmi reflect on their iconic debut album, share their challenges, and discuss how their carefree sound continues to influence the music industry a decade later.
01/22/2025

Opinion: The Struggle for Hip-Hop Journalism: Why the Culture Still Needs Real Reporters

Amid evolving media consumption habits, hip-hop journalists fight for their place—and for thoughtful, credible coverage—while others question the rising influence of unvetted content creators.
11/01/2024

Nas To Perform Songs From ‘Illmatic’ With Live Orchestra In Las Vegas

Titled “Nas With the Las Vegas Philharmonic,” the series of shows will take place Aug. 29, Aug. 31- Sept. 1.
05/21/2024

Ice Cube Doesn’t Want To See Anymore Rap Beefs

In a recent interview, the hip-hop legend shared his thoughts on the potential dangers of rap feuds in today's climate.
05/09/2024

Questlove Slams Kendrick Lamar and Drake Feud, Says ‘Hip-Hop Is Truly Dead'

The Roots bandleader and filmmaker shared his disappointment in the culture in a post on social media.
05/09/2024

Bbymutha: Rapper, Mother, Witch

From reclaiming insults to embracing witchcraft, Bbymutha talks about tackling street tales, religious exploration, and parenthood while challenging mainstream norms.
04/22/2024

Black + Iconic: Jay-Z

Jackson State University senior D’Mia reflects on the hip-hop icon's journey from MC to music executive to rubbing shoulders with the politically powerful.
02/14/2024

Ice Cube Denies Taking Part In 'Secret Meeting' That Changed Hip Hop

The rap icon took to social media to set the record straight about allegations that he was involved in a gathering that sought to indoctrinate Black youth.
01/31/2024

Top 100 Music Videos That Helped Shape 50 Years of Hip Hop

20 videos that highlight the most iconic artist-director collaborations and some of the most streamed and celebrated visuals in the game.
12/28/2023

If Homophobia is Ingrained in Hip-Hop’s History, How Can Hip-Hop Evolve?

BET’s essay series, Uncomfortable Conversations, dives into the ongoing, difficult topics that have dominated and plagued hip-hop for decades. In this week’s essay, we tackle the longstanding issue of homophobia within the culture.
12/12/2023
Laylah Amatullah Barrayn

Chronicling 50 Years Of Hip-Hop Through The Archives of Ice T and Afrika Islam

Award-winning photographer Laylah Amatullah Barrayn curated the exhibit.
11/08/2023