'Rap Trap': He got his big break in hip-hop. Then his lyrics helped put him behind bars for decades Rapper Mac Phipps was convicted of manslaughter and served 21 years in prison.

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An oral language rich in history from Peru is having a moment, with artists using it in hip hop, rap, trap, and pop music. It's not Spanish, and it's not Latin. Quechua is a language all its own ...

Despite being one of Atlanta’s newer music venues, The Eastern has already become a fan favorite. Located inside the Reynoldstown neighborhood, the venue is the perfect place to see artists like ...

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We cannot tell a lie. This year’s Saturday in the Park Abe Stage has something for everybody’s musical tastes. From ...

In celebration of YouTube's 20th anniversary, YouTube's Director of Black Music & Culture Tuma Basa ranked the top 20 hip-hop videos.

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BET Awards aired to millions across the globe in June of 2025, a stunning and controversial moment pierced the heart of both ...