HIP-HOP HISTORY

As his fourth studio album "Pl3dge" turns ten, Killer Mike offers a few celebratory words in honor of the milestone.

After Nicki Minaj uploaded "Beam Me Up Scotty" to streaming services, G Herbo takes a moment to reflect on the release of "Chi-Raq."

On "Let Go My Hand," J. Cole opens up about his infamous fight with Diddy, which took place at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

Death Row Records celebrates thirty-year history by launching "The Death Row Experience," a virtual museum tour.

During a gem-filled Drink Champs appearance, MC Serch opens up about how Nas ultimately ended up owning a piece of JAY-Z's "Dead Presidents."

King Los was on the precipice of what seemed like a massive career, armed with both talent and a hip-hop mogul by his side, in the mid-2010s. We break down what's happened since then.

Questlove reflects on the "implosion" of MCA Records, and the surprising role Dr. Dre had in deciding the fate of The Roots during a time of uncertainty.

Yelawolf reflects on collaborating with Ed Sheeran on their 2012 collaboration project "The Slumdon Bridge."

Fans are agreeing that J. Cole is definitely one of the GOATs after his latest single release.

Swizz Beatz seemingly isn't feeling The Game's list of the top ten best rappers that are still alive.

Yelawolf takes a moment to show his appreciation for Future, looking back to his early days as a Dungeon Family MC.

As the world still mourns the loss of hip-hop icon DMX, TVOne is preparing a special episode of "Uncensored" that's billed as the late legend's final interview.

The Game reflects on where he came from, recalling a time he had a mere twenty-six dollars to his name.

50 Cent takes a moment to reflect on his early days in South Side Jamaica Queens, sharing a picture from his time in juvie.

JAY-Z's comments about regretting "Big Pimpin'" in 2010 have gone viral.

During an appearance on Talib Kweli's "The People's Party," Fat Joe opens up about how he and 50 Cent squashed their beef and became friends.

Nas jokingly tells Jay-Z over Facetime that he had to re-write a few bars after hearing "Sorry Not Sorry" for the first time in the studio with DJ Khaled.

The Houston rapper rose to fame following the success of his 2011 single "Drank In My Cup." What's he up to now?

Big Daddy Kane hits The Breakfast Club and reflects on his history with Rakim, the lyrical greats of his era, and how young rappers secure the bag like never before.

Ghostface Killah opens up about rap's new generation, encouraging younger artists to study history and focus on creating bodies of work.

Funkmaster Flex takes a moment to reflect on his favorite freestyle of all-time, Black Thought's epic ten-minute onslaught over Mobb Deep's "The Learning."

Benny The Butcher shares the backstory behind his recent meeting with DMX, during which the pair previewed music and kicked it for hours.

During a Shady Con Clubhouse conversation, Eminem opened up about the rarest hip-hop classic in his cassette collection.

Snoop Dogg opens up about his friendship with DMX, revealing that the late rapper recorded his new album at Snoop's studio.

The legendary west coast pioneer DJ Battlecat breaks down his journey with music, the importance of analog technology, and how his new partnership with Audible Reality has allowed him the opportunity to share his ears with the masses.

MixedByAli opens up about the fabled Black Hippy album, admitting that time simply got away from the lyrically stacked quartet.

Fredro Starr breaks down his top five rappers, a list that includes an old-school legend and a few of today's best lyricists.

Twenty-seven years ago, Nas delivered "Illmatic," an album still widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time.