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Can men in rap please let women rappers live in current times?
Jayson RodriguezJul 30, 2023
What projects from Lil Uzi Vert, Ice Spice and...Morgan Wallen tell us about rap right now.
Jayson RodriguezJul 23, 2023
Central Cee and Dave's surprise EP is a tipping point for hip-hop.
Jayson RodriguezJun 30, 2023
Meritocracy ain't the same when there's multiple measurements by which we judge.
Jayson RodriguezMay 30, 2023
The story of 'Jackman' and the politics behind white rappers.
Jayson RodriguezMay 10, 2023
Quality Control, Dr. Dre and Drake want the bag but at what cost?
Jayson RodriguezFeb 16, 2023
Will would-be MC's look to artificial intelligence to write rhymes?
Jayson RodriguezJan 29, 2023
What to expect in rap for the new year.
Jayson RodriguezJan 22, 2023
Picks for MVP, Rookie of the Year, 6th Man and Most Improved.
Jayson RodriguezDec 19, 2022
Combing through his release prowess.
Nov 03, 2022
He's much more than a Puerto Rican Drake.
Oct 15, 2022
How DaBaby ethered hisself.
Oct 07, 2022