AI is turning rap classics from artists like 50 Cent and DMX into “soul” covers, exposing who still refuses to respect hip-hop’s artistry.

Even in his earliest days as a 24-year-old composer fresh out of conservatory, Steve Hackman was already thinking outside the box. His artistic vision continues today with programs like “Tchaikovsky X ...

You really don’t see country and hip-hop collaborations that much nowadays. It’s a shame, really. These two genres might not have a ton in common musically, but they’re different enough to really ...

Hunter Biden was furious when former President Obama led then-President Joe Biden off a stage during a fundraising event last ...

Donald Trump layered his border speech over a Dr. Dre beat and the internet couldn’t decide if it was satire or strategy.

Gillie & Wallo267 are stepping into esports ownership and taking on Howie Mandel in a wild Global Gaming League showdown that ...

Though the duo of MC and DJ complement one another’s abilities, upon further inspection, they basically use different methods ...

Chance the Rapper releases the self-directed video for “Ride (Remix),” featuring Do or Die and Twista, honoring Chicago’s South Side ahead of his “And We Back” Tour hometown show.

Maria-Clara’s grand adventures with the Nutcracker and the Mouse King originated in the 19th century but there’s nothing old-fashioned about “The Hip Hop Nutcracker.” The story gets a totally modern ...

Welcome to The State of R&B, ESSENCE’s look at the past, present and future of rhythm and blues. In this piece, ESSENCE editor Rivéa Ruff reports on the blending of hip-hop and R&B. Since the ...

A look at hip-hop’s transformative impact in honor of its 50th anniversary. Hip-hop was once narrowly thought of as a trend in music that would ultimately fizzle out. Now, at its 50th anniversary, hip ...