EDITORIAL

Awful Records is one of the most important independent labels in the Atlanta hip-hop scene, jump-starting the careers of Playboi Carti, iLoveMakonnen, KEY! and more.

While his music career has been prosperous, Donald Glover's "Atlanta" is his shining glory.

The line between carefully planned publicity and reality is becoming more and more blurred.

DMX blended horror, morality, and religious turmoil in the masterful "Damien" series.

Despite 21 Savage's birthplace, it's clear his identity is deeply intertwined with Atlanta.

An examination of the innovations Missy Elliott made to music and culture throughout her career.

Tracing signs of a Kylie Jenner influence on her man's, Travis Scott.

Caught in the middle of two generations, J.Cole is doing his utmost to create a future where the two can prosper.

After decades of fighting for its due respect, Drake and Cardi B's Las Vegas residencies cement hip-hop's place at the forefront of modern culture.

The art of competition.

Is there more to the possible Joe Budden and CyHi The Prynce lyrical warfare than meets the eye?

Advocating for Soulja Boy's comeback.

Iggy Azalea's return to the game feels imminent.

We revisit the legacy of Bobby Shmurda, and all that he helped New York achieve prior to his incarceration.

Far from just remolding The Dirty South's sound or serving as a fashion icon, A$AP Rocky's influence over current culture runs deep.

The story of Lil Uzi Vert being held hostage by his record label is serious, but it's all too common among young artists.

In a world bloated by a reverence for celebrity status, hip hop beef is more bizarre than ever.

Jigga, Meek and Rubin will unveil their criminal justice reform coalition in a presser next Wednesday.

Is Young Thug a Cubist?

After turning in the finest album of his career to date, Pusha T should strike while the iron is hot.

We examine the comic book movie madness.

With 21 Savage and Kodak Black exhibiting notable growth on their recent project, does Lil Pump need to follow suit on "Harverd Dropout" to avoid being lost in the shuffle?

In a genre obsessed with authenticity, Post Malone has found his niche, though not without plenty of controversy.

Despite Eminem and his fanbase believing that he'd dealt MGK's career a fatal blow, all signs point to the Cleveland MC capitalizing off his new-found notoriety.

Drake is leaving behind an amazing hip-hop legacy.

From a Lil Wayne chorus to an inescapable cultural phenomenon, we reflect on the "Bling Bling" era.

After the most tumultuous period of his public life, the stars have aligned for Kid Cudi to reclaim his rightful spot among the elite in 2019

At a time when many artists are resting on their laurels, a battle for supremacy and bragging rights is just what hip-hop needs.