‘It’s Dark and Hell is Hot’: 25 Year Anniversary
DMX’s debut album introduced us to rap’s most complicated anti-hero.
Born to Rage Against Them
The incredible force and raw power of ‘Rage Against The Machine’ redefined political activism and rock ‘n roll.
Rap Kumite 1
In the final Rap Kumite, an extraterrestrial from ATL takes on Brooklyn’s finest for the number 1 spot.
Rap Kumite 5
Kung-Fu Kenny brings his fists of fury to a dank basement in Detroit to battle Slim Shady.
Rap Kumite 9
It’s the Wu-Tang master of the liquid sword vs. the king of avant-garde underground rap.
Rap Kumite 10
In a battle between “rhyme sayers”, indie-hop legends Evidence and Slug go head-to-head.
Suspenseful With A Pencil: The Eminem Show is 20
In the follow up to his masterpiece, The Marshall Mathers LP, Eminem responded to critics, exposed more skeletons in his closet, and delivered another monumental hit album.
A Quick Hit: Cocodrillo Turbo
Action Bronson is back with a bizarre homage to reptilian apex predators that lacks bite.
Return of the Coke Rap King
It’s Almost Dry is a stellar follow-up to 2018’s album of the year, Daytona.
Grunge God
Layne Staley wasn’t the rock icon of his era, but he was the best voice in grunge music.
Life After Death: The Greatest Rap Album of the Golden Era
Sequels often suck, and sequels to game-changing originals rarely sniff the same rarified air, but Life After Death is a masterpiece that improves on the strengths of its predecessor.
Crooklyn’s Finest
“The greatest rapper alive died on March 9th.” Celebrating Biggie on the 25th Anniversary of his death.