the defiant ones review

Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine get more real than ever on ‘The Defiant Ones’

The HBO doc tells an intimate story of music giants, with commentary from legends like Springsteen and Eminem.

On Jul 11, 2017 by Kahron Spearman

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The 10 best free rap songs of 2015

These hip-hop anthems conquered all.

On Dec 28, 2015 by Clyde Lovellette

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The curious case of new apps from rappers Slim Thug and Meek Mill

The concept of the game is simple: pick up chicks and avoid the haters.

On Aug 30, 2015 by Clyde Lovellette

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YouTuber mashes ‘Rick and Morty’ with Kendrick Lamar to delightful effect

Just nod your head to the belch.

On Aug 7, 2015 by Audra Schroeder

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Dr. Dre cements legacy as the greatest rap producer on star-studded ‘Compton’

Dr. Dre records a balanced, agile blockbuster at 50.

On Aug 7, 2015 by Clyde Lovellette

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Dr. Dre confirms Apple’s purchase of Beats in swear-filled video selfie

That's one way to announce you're becoming a billionaire.

On May 9, 2014 by James Cook

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Tour rap history with 21 of the best bass lines ever written

We can't speak, however, for the Afroman.

On Apr 4, 2014 by Chase Hoffberger

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Say hello to the world of ‘Thomas the Tank Engine’ rap mashups

All aboard, motherchuggers.

On Mar 18, 2014 by Miles Klee

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Beats: The latest music-streaming service you might use twice

Should we forget about Dre or embrace his foray into streaming? 

On Jan 21, 2014 by Kate Knibbs

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This 4-year-old music prodigy could be the next Diplo

KJ not only spits that hot fire, but he can drop a few beats as well.

On Sep 11, 2013 by Fernando Alfonso III

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The secret behind the Tupac Shakur hologram revealed

This illustration shows how the late rapper was beamed onto the Coachella stage on Sunday. 

On Apr 18, 2012 by Fernando Alfonso III