Elliott Wilson Picks The Best Hip-Hop Songs And Albums Of 2025 So Far

We live in the Dot era. After demolishing rap rival Drake last year, Kendrick Lamar’s victory lap has dominated 2025 and the current hip-hop landscape. Super Bowl performance. More Grammy wins. “Not Like Us” still in rotation. “Luther” reigning for 13 …

Skepta Challenges A$AP Rocky To Rap Battle In U.K. Versus U.S.A. Hip-Hop Clash

British rap star Skepta has issued a challenge to A$AP Rocky to face-off in a rap battle as part of an all-out lyrical clash between UK and US rappers. On July 3, Skepta sparked international debate with a bold challenge posted to social media, expressing …

The Boy Is Back: Why a Summer of Drake Might Be What Hip-Hop Needs

During last year’s Fourth of July, Kendrick Lamar set off more than fireworks when he released his now-ubiquitous video, “Not Like Us.” The seething retort against Drake not only rattled the 6 God and his disciples but unequivocally lunged Lamar into God …

Slick Rick Net Worth 2025: How The Hip-Hop Storyteller Still Holds His Throne

Slick Rick Net Worth 2025: How The Hip-Hop Storyteller Still Holds His Throne. Few figures in hip-hop history have carved a niche as distinctly as Slick Rick. Known for his storytelling prowess and unmistakable style, he helped shape the sound and look of …

KRS-One, Big Daddy Kane, Kool G Rap, Rakim Supergroup Dream Is Already Over

The Mount Rushmore Hip-Hop supergroup featuring KRS-One Rakim Big Daddy Kane and Kool G Rap has already collapsed before it could begin. Not long ago we told y’all there was a potential supergroup in the works called Mount Rushmore. The lineup? Legends …

Arrested Development Dedicates “Adult Contemporary Hip Hop” Album To Twan Mack

The 20-track project is dedicated to late Kali Tribe MC Twan Mack, who died unexpectedly in November 2024. Grammy Award-winning Hip-Hop group Arrested Development released its sixteenth studio album, Adult Contemporary Hip Hop, on Friday (July 4). The 20- …

Young Noble, Member Of 2Pac’s Outlawz Rap Group, Dead At 47

Young Noble, a key member of 2Pac’s surviving rap group Outlawz, has passed away at the age of 47 by an apparent suicide. The rapper, born Rufus Lee Cooper III, died on Friday morning (July 4) in Atlanta, where he was reportedly discovered with what …

Rap culture ignites Kigali at ‘I Am Hip Hop Festival’

Young Noble Left Strange Last Message For Hip-Hop

Young Noble of the Outlawz has tragically died by suicide, leaving behind a legacy of lyricism and a haunting final message. Rest in Power: Young Noble of the Outlawz Hip-Hop is still mourning the tragic loss of Young Noble, a member of The Outlawz. They …

Jacob Fatu Releases New Rap Track Featuring Uncle Rikishi

VAN NUYS, California — WWE Superstar Jacob Fatu has launched a new rap single titled “Hello,” featuring his uncle, Rikishi Fatu. The track was released on July 5, 2025, and marks a unique collaboration between the wrestling stars. The song reflects Jacob’s …