April 27 in the world of  Hip Hop and R&B, connected decades of chart success, cultural influence, live performance ...

However, in making this argument I feel I may have too narrowly defined hip-hop's relationship to the recording industry as being something that ran against the roots of hip-hop culture. While putting ...

Before hip hop conquered airwaves, it thrived on raw, electric live shows in parks, clubs, and community halls. These performances weren’t just concerts—they were cultural gatherings that shaped the ...

OPINION: With highly anticipated hip-hop tours coming this summer, theGrio counts down the 10 best live hip-hop performers. Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed and the views expressed are ...

When the world was forced to shut down on March 12, 2020, due to COVID-19 restrictions, industries that relied on in-person venues had to scramble to continue business as usual quickly. Music artists ...