Mixtape Review: Ceebo's 'LAMBETHNOTLA'
Unfiltered and untamed: South West London rapper Ceebo's new mixtape is an ode to his bustling childhood stomping ground…
Earl Sweatshirt & The Alchemist's 'VOIR DIRE' and MIKE's 'Burning Desire' Are Hip-Hop's Bleeding Edge
Join us as we explore the current state of hip-hop under the lens of two seminal albums from last year, unpacking the larger rap landscape as we go.
The Definitive A Tribe Called Quest Album Guide
In honour of hip-hop's 50th birthday, here's every album by A Tribe Called Quest—dissected.
Underground Heat: PAA.K Shares Visuals For Mellow Banger “Nutty Prof.”
The East End spitter delivers on this one…
A Crash Course Guide to Griselda Records
Everything you need to know about Buffalo’s premiere rap collective.
A Brief History Lesson on J Dilla
Looking back at the legendary Motor City beatmaker and pioneer.
Local Spotlight: Jaylin’s ‘Twenties’ EP
Our review of the DC native’s dynamic sophomore project.
Album Review: Dirty Bird’s Self-Titled LP
What we think of the indie producer’s latest full-length project.
‘Call Me If You Get Lost’ is a True Creative’s Vision Fully Realised
Reviewing the LA native’s latest project.
How Music Has Helped Us Get Through Hard Times
Reflecting on how music has aided us through the coronavirus pandemic.
Why Freddie Gibbs & Madlib are Rap’s Most Essential Duo
This is what happens when a lyrically bulletproof rapper meets a producer from another solar system.
A Glance at Jorja Smith’s Artistry
Exploring Jorja Smith's sonic range and her eclectic set of influences.
Album Review: Jim Legxacy’s ‘BTO!’
Last year, Jim Legxacy blessed the underground music circuit with his Dynasty Program. Find out how Legxacy has progressed artistically going into his sophomore project BTO!
Should We Listen to Sad Music When We’re Not Sad?
Chris K is back for another timely think-piece on whether we should listen to sad or emotive music when we feel happy.
Reflecting on Odd Future’s Legacy
In the early 2010s, Odd Future shook up rap music and helped redefine the face of mainstream hip hop. We're reflecting on the collective's lasting impact on the culture.
Let’s Stop Comparing New Artists to Musicians of the Past
Christopher K gives us an air-tight analysis of why we shouldn’t compare current artists to ones prior.
How the Gorillaz Made Weird Music Cool
Studying the one and only virtual band and their seamless ability to genre blend and innovate.
Jim Legxacy Returns with His Electrifying New Single ‘4LeafClover’
The famed underground titan Jim Legxacy wows us with his long-awaited follow-up to his acclaimed 2019 EP.
Studying Frank Ocean's Nostalgia, Ultra and His Comeup
Find out how Frank Ocean went from an introverted songwriter to the most in-demand artist of the century.
How Travis Scott’s Days Before Rodeo Pushed Psychedelic Trap into the Mainstream
In the years since it's release, La Flame's second mixtape has reached mythical levels of acclaim amongst music fans. Find out what's behind the magic.