Mark Braboy
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Saba Is Finally Appreciating the Good Things in His Life
Coming off his acclaimed 2018 album ‘Care For Me,’ Saba dives into his new album ‘Few Good Things,’ Lupe Fiasco and elevating Chicago. → Read More
The Summer Smash 2021: How Cole Bennett & Berto Solorio Saved Their Chicago Festival
Throughout a year of rescheduling and re-salvaging plans, today (Aug. 20), The Summer Smash returns to Chicago for its third go-around. → Read More
How Three 6 Mafia's 'Mystic Stylez' Provided the Blueprint for Modern Day Rap
Released on May 23rd 1995, Three 6 Mafia's debut album, 'Mystic Stylez,' has grown to become one of the most influential rap records of all time. → Read More
Page Kennedy Mourns XXXTentacion's Death With 'Miss You'
The sudden death of XXXTentacion has shook the core of many rappers, new school and veterans alike, and Page Kennedy is speaking his piece. → Read More
Premiere: Blu & Exile "On The Radio"
Premiering from VIBE.com, we give you their latest single, a homage to hip-hop’s golden era called. “On The Radio”. → Read More
Big Sean Joins Desiigner for 'Liife' Remix: Listen
After Desiigner dropped his introspective “Liife” track featuring Gucci Mane last month, the Brooklyn artist pops up with a new remix. Fellow G.O.O.D. Music heavyweight Big Sean comes to share some words with his bro. → Read More
Premiere: Meklit Pays Homage To Her Ethiopian Influences On “I Want to Sing For Them All”
Meklit releases “I Want to Sing For Them All” on VIBE today. → Read More
Stream Mary J. Blige's 'Strength Of A Woman' Album
With her latest album, the “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul” reminds us, as she always does, that no one can stop her reign. You can find out just how real it is when you listen to her 13th album, Strength of a Woman. The newly released project contains 14 tracks including her singles "Thick of It" and the Kanye West-assisted, “Love Yourself.” Mary J. Blige [1] brings along her longtime collaborator and… → Read More
Mary J. Blige New Album 'Stream Strength Of A Woman': Stream
Mary J. Blige unleashes her 13th studio album 'Strength of a Woman.' → Read More
Mary J. Blige New Album 'Stream Strength Of A Woman': Stream
Mary J. Blige unleashes her 13th studio album 'Strength of a Woman.' → Read More
14 Greatest Soundtrack Songs From the 'Fast & Furious' Franchise: Critic's Take
Do you remember the now-iconic (and somber) scene where Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian O’Conner (the late Paul Walker) were gearing on for their last race together in Furious 7? Doesn’t “See You Again” bring a tear to your eye whenever you hear it on the radio? Or how about that nostalgic feeling when you listen to Ja Rule [1]'s "Furious," or Cadillac Tah and Ashant [2]i’s "Pov City… → Read More
Fast & Furious: 14 Greatest Soundtrack Songs
A look back on the most epic offerings from the 'Fast & Furious' franchise. → Read More
Noname Performs for NPR's Tiny Desk Concert Series
Chicago lyricist Noname performs a rousing set for NPR's Tiny Desk concert series. → Read More
Flatbush Zombies Gift Fans With An Unreleased Gem, “Babel”
The Brooklyn trio drops "Babel" to commemorate the release of their 2016 debut. → Read More
T.I.’s Son Domani Releases New Album, ‘The Constellation’
T.I.'s son shows and proves with new project. → Read More
Vulgarity On Fleek: Rick Ross Taps Gucci Mane For “She On My D**K” Single
Rozay debuts a new single from his upcoming ‘Rather You Than Me’ album. → Read More
Snoop Dogg Turns “Lavender” Into Clownish Anti-Trump Satire
The Doggfather flipped the BadBadNotGood x Kaytranada collaboration. → Read More
Hip-Hop Gold: Kanye West’s Uncut ‘Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton’ Interview
Yeezy's uncut interview is EVERYTHING. We miss this Kanye! Where are you, Yeezy? → Read More
Solange and A Tribe Called Quest To Headline Pitchfork’s 2017 Music Festival
The annual music festival will take place from July 13 until July 16. → Read More
Everyday Struggle: 9 Songs That Showcase The Notorious B.I.G’s Strength & Vulnerability As A Black Man
The 20th anniversary of Biggie’s death, we take a deeper look at his lyrics. → Read More