The program’s guiding principle is that all artists—no matter the era or discipline—carry with them the music and practices of their influences and, whether they’re aware of it or not, of their influences’ influences. The audio series is hosted by Ebro Darden, Apple Music’s global editorial head of hip-hop and …
Read More »Basketball player LiAngelo Ball and Love & Hip Hop star Nikki Mudarris expecting first child together (photos)
LiAngelo Ball, 24, and Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood star Nikki Mudarris, 32, are about to become parents “We’re both so excited about becoming parents, we spoke about having a life and kids when we first met, our goals, dreams, life we wanted & then it really happened,” the …
Read More »Molten is bringing excitement into Nigeria’s Hip Hop scene with captivating new EP, ‘The Outset’
For her, writing rap lyrics allowed her to stay motivated and inspired, while also giving her a way to address the diverse issues that pervade society. Her music and style are inspired by several Hip Hop legends such as BoneThugs n Harmony, Redman, Missy Elliot, Lil Kim, and Kanye West …
Read More »AKA: Africa’s Hip Hop Enigma
Since breaking into the mainstream in 2010 with his impressive album ‘LEVELS’, AKA born Kiernan Forbes would go on to become the poster boy for South African Hip Hop. A super-talent, AKA had no shortage of ability as he was able to consistently dazzle listeners on his tracks while also …
Read More »Talented Hip Hop sensation Rex Borz drops new freestyle titled ‘Snowstorm’
Date of Release: February 6th, 2023 Length: 2 minutes 37 seconds Details/Takeaway: Rex Borz, who is from the same state as Mavin Records’ flagship performer Rema, utilises music to communicate with his audience, amusing, motivating, and influencing them with his opinions and experiences. Rex Borz has maintained his musical flexibility …
Read More »‘Bullsh*t’ – 50 Cent disputes claim JAY-Z’s impact on Hip Hop is bigger than that of Eminem
Rapper and TV producer, 50 Cent doesn’t believe that his colleague JAY-Z has had a bigger impact on Hip Hop than Eminem. 50 Cent was reacting to comments made by former NBA player Jamal Crawford during an appearance on Shaquille O’Neal’s The Big Podcast with Shaq, where the three-time NBA …
Read More »Top 10 Hip Hop Albums of 2022 [Pulse Picks]
While the veterans delivered bodies of work that reminded listeners of their super-talent, the emerging stars showed flashes of brilliance that inspires confidence that the future of Hip Hop is in safe hands. Pulse Music Desk has ranked the top 10 Hip Hop projects of 2022 (December 1st 2021 – …
Read More »Nobody has worked as hard for Hip Hop in Nigeria like I have – M.I Abaga
African superstar rapper M.I Abaga has stated that the reason he speaks with authority regarding Hip Hop in Nigeria is because of his sacrifices for the genre. Details: In a new video posted on his Instagram account, multi-award winning rapper M.I Aka The Guy has revealed that the reason he can speak …
Read More »‘Nobody has toiled for Hip Hop in Nigeria like I have,’ M.I says
The video is in reaction to the events that have followed Wizkid‘s comments on Hip Hop and Nigerian rappers. The Afrobeats megastar had in an interview with 10 Magazine UK stated that Hip Hop is dead and he’s bored with the similarity in beat and lyrics. His comment generated reactions …
Read More »Hip Hop sensation Psycho YP drops ‘YPSZN3,’ the final installment of his stellar mixtape series
Since the release of his last project,’PsychoYP has grown to become one of the most exciting rappers in Nigeria. He has made the list of different platforms as one of the defining talents in Nigeria’s Hip Hop scene. He also earned a 2020 Headies nomination for Best Rap Album. Produced …
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