The show's suspension comes amid broader efforts to curb diversity at the institutional level. The next attempt to canonize the movement must learn lessons from its successes — and its missteps.

"A very essential service for American culture and world culture," says graphic artist Tim Fielder of the comic book he made with historian Walter Greason. “The civil rights laws and the ...

On this day in 1992, Bronx duo Showbiz & A.G. dropped their debut album Runaway Slave on Payday/FFRR Records, a project that cemented their place in the golden era of East Coast Hip Hop.

In 2023 Ahmir Thompson, known as Questlove, curated the “Hip-Hop at 50” tribute for the Grammy Awards. The harrowing experience, in which Mr. Thompson had to distill a half century of music—and ...

On this day in 1993, Bay Area rap legend Spice 1 released his second studio album 187 He Wrote on Jive Records, further ...

Storytelling remains a cornerstone of hip-hop, offering artists a way to connect with audiences through vivid narratives and powerful themes. Hip-hop is more than beats and rhymes; it is a platform ...

In an interview with 'Million Dollaz Worth of Game', Lizzo called the origins of sampling laws "racially charged" and spoke about how sampling polices Black creativity.

Discover the history of hip hop in Australia and how the country shaped its distinct voice within the genre. When most people think of Australia, their minds often wander to its breathtaking ...

A group of Richmonders is trying to cement Virginia's influence on hip-hop. Why it matters: "Virginia isn't looked at as a ...

Viral Olympic dancer, Raygun, and famous B-boys discussed how the Olympics have impacted break dancing, the evolution of freestyle, and dance culture on campuses.