He’s getting a second chance to beat the rap. A Brooklyn man convicted of helping a killer pull off a 2016 shooting will get a new trial, after a state appeals court ruled that the judge in the case ...

Hip-hop celebrated its fiftieth anniversary two years ago, and from its early renegade beginnings to becoming a big fish in the mainstream, many a clever lyric has been turned out by talented rhymers ...

“Talking to my shadow, he advised me not to worry / Said I should plant my tree and let it rise out of the fury” Slug of Atmosphere is all about positivity, and on the title track of the duo’s second ...

Rap music, with its rich history and diverse styles, has produced countless masterpieces over the decades. This list attempts to capture the 100 most influential, innovative, and enduring rap albums ...

Jabari M. Evans does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

The use of rap lyrics as evidence in criminal trials has become a controversial practice in the legal system. This trend raises concerns about freedom of expression, racial bias, and the ...

In a list of Music Industry Terms Every Artist Should Know, “One Sheet” is defined as a “single-page document that highlights an artist’s new music and summarizes their bio, stats, and achievements.

NPR's Adrian Florido speaks with attorney Alexandra Kazarian about the ways in which rap lyrics are used in the criminal justice system. Should the government have the right to police a musician's ...

Paul Stephen Adey does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

Hip-hop, a genre born from the struggles and realities of inner-city communities, has long been a powerful platform for social commentary. Its raw lyricism, often depicting violence, drug dealing, and ...