Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From MPCs to FL Studio sessions, one thing remains consistent across generations of Hip Hop and R&B: The power of the sample. With ...

To celebrate the golden anniversary of hip-hop, we rounded up 35 essential hits. These songs were hugely significant for the genre's growth and made an impact on the music industry. Our picks are ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) LL Cool J’s name has long been synonymous with hip hop’s evolution, versatility, and resilience. From the moment he burst onto the scene in the mid-1980s, his commanding voice, ...

Some samples breathe new life into forgotten classics, while others recontextualize a song's place in contemporary music more than anything else. Not ...

Perhaps more than any other style of music, hip-hop songs are best to dance to. In fact, when hip-hop was invented, there were five tenets to the art form, from lyricism to DJing to dancing. So, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something timeless about a Nas record. The moment that beat drops and his voice cuts through the track, you know you’re not just listening — you’re entering a world. His flow ...

From now until the middle of October, it’s National Hispanic Heritage Month. Now, before we continue, let’s have a quick lesson: although used interchangeably, Hispanic and Latino have different ...

Hip-hop Christmas songs create a form of holiday cheer like no other. From innovative lyrics to stellar production, these songs help us celebrate the season in the most unique ways. With numerous ...

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 ...

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