Fear, Loathing | Los Angeles Review of Books
Yousef Srour traces the abstraction of death in post-9/11 America.
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Album Of The Week: MIKE 'Showbiz!'
The first time many of us heard about MIKE, we were listening to Earl Sweatshirt’s Some Rap Songs in 2018.
Kendrick Lamar Puts On for LA on ‘GNX’ But The Truth Remains Unsaid
Kendrick's latest project GNX marks the return of K. Dot – an impressive showcase of his versatility and love for the LAnd that still fails to acknowledge the truth.
This is 40: ‘MIXTAPE PLUTO’ Delivers Exactly What You’d Expect
Although a little predictable, Future's latest is more evidence of a true Trap pioneer still working indefatigably to perfect the lane he’s created.
An Interview With Robb Bank$
Yousef Srour speaks to Robb Bank$ about early collabs with Spaceghostpurrp and Denzel Curry, taking inspiration from his father Shaggy, and his latest, "i think i might be happy pt. 2"
The Summer of Kendrick Lamar
After a dominant summer that ended in a unanimous win against Drake in their beef, Yousef Srour crowns Kendrick Lamar with his long-deserved title: the greatest rapper alive.
7 from the 707: Vallejo’s hottest rappers
Some of them are fresh to the scene and some have been at it for years.
Bay Area Type Beat: 707.10
Yousef Srour serves up the latest edition of Bay Area Type beat – highlighting new heat from Oakland's Mitchell, EBK Trey B rapping over baile funk, new Yatta and more.
Vallejo native DJ Gutta Butta puts his own spin on ‘hyphy’
DJ Gutta Butta is a modern apostle of the Hyphy movement, repackaging decades of Vallejo history into contemporary sounds that garner the smirk of a thizz face and the pop of your collar.
Bay Area Type Beat: 707.9
Yousef Srour returns with the latest edition of Bay Area Type Beat to highlight new music from EBK Jaaybo, Lou Deezi, Verde Babii and more.
Post Malone Admits He's ‘Very Nervous’ About Super Bowl Performance
Post Malone admitted that he’s actually “very nervous” about his upcoming Super Bowl performance.
Yung Miami Calls Akademiks Out By Name On New '50/50 Freestyle'
Yung Miami has officially dissed DJ Akademiks on her new single, “50/50 Freestyle,” after the social media personality called on the City Girl to address Diddy’s sexual assault allegations.
Joey Bada$$ Fans React To Character's Surprise Return In 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan'
Joey Bada$$ has made his return to Power Book III: Raising Kanan, and fans could not believe their eyes after the Flatbush rapper announced his departure over a month ago.
Ozzy Osbourne Blasts Kanye West For Using Black Sabbath Sample Despite Shut Down Request
Ozzy Osbourne has taken to social media to blast Kanye West for using an unauthorized Black Sabbath sample after the English rock band denied his clearance request.
In a post today (February 9) on X (formerly Twitter), the Black Sabbath frontman sent out a PSA in the aftermath of the ‘Vultures’ album event that was live streamed the night before, during which Ye and Ty Dolla $ign previewed a song featuring elements of the band’s 1970 track, “Iron Man.
In the post, Osbourne wrote: “. @KANYEWEST
In a post today (February 9) on X (formerly Twitter), the Black Sabbath frontman sent out a PSA in the aftermath of the ‘Vultures’ album event that was live streamed the night before, during which Ye and Ty Dolla $ign previewed a song featuring elements of the band’s 1970 track, “Iron Man.
In the post, Osbourne wrote: “. @KANYEWEST
Ozzy Osbourne Blasts Kanye West For Using Black Sabbath Sample Despite Shut Down Request
Ozzy Osbourne has taken to social media to blast Kanye West for using an unauthorized Black Sabbath sample after the English rock band denied his clearance request.
Nelly Shows Off Vocals Alongside Ashanti On Jermaine Dupri-Backed Single Featuring Juicy J
Jermaine Dupri has finally delivered the star-studded single he’s been teasing with Nelly, Ashanti, and Juicy J, a reimagining of a 90s R&B favorite.
Jay Electronica Takes Credit For Inspiring Kanye West's 'Bound 2'
Jay Electronica has claimed that he allegedly inspired Kanye West’s “Bound 2,” which was a standout track from the 2013 album Yeezus.
Nicki Minaj Previews Remix To 2023 Burna Boy Fan Favorite 'Tested, Approved & Trusted’
Nicki Minaj has teased a remix to Burna Boy’s seductive deep cut, “Tested, Approved & Trusted,” which appeared on his 2023 album I Told Them….
Lil Wayne U-Turns On Anthony Davis Trade Stance: 'You Can't Get Nobody For Him'
Lil Wayne has officially backtracked his stance on whether or not Anthony Davis should be traded from the Los Angeles Lakers.
Hit-Boy Reacts To Song Choice In Trailer For 'Sonic The Hedgehog' Spin-Off 'Knuckles'
Hit-Boy reacted to the surprising song choice trailer for the new ‘Sonic The Hedgehog’ spin-off TV series, ‘Knuckles,’ after the video’s official premiere on February 8, 2023.
Pete Rock Doesn't Want To Be Included On 'Any Hip Hop Producer List'
Pete Rock has claimed that he doesn’t want to be included on ‘any hip hop producer list’ that would pit him against others in the game.
Monica Set To Join Nicki Minaj On Pink Friday 2 Tour Ahead Of New Album
Nicki Minaj has announced that Monica will be joining her on the North American leg of her upcoming Pink Friday 2 Tour.
Jay Electronica Takes Credit For Inspiring Kanye West's 'Bound 2'
Jay Electronica has claimed that he allegedly inspired Kanye West’s “Bound 2,” which was a standout track from the 2013 album Yeezus.
Jermaine Dupri Lands Major New Role As So So Def Strikes Deal With Create Music Group
Jermaine Dupri has announced a new partnership between So So Def Recordings and Create Music Group.
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