Hardcore Hip-Hop

Run the Jewels’ RTJ4 Takes Aim at Systemic Oppression amid National Uprising: Review

Killer Mike and El-P craft a manifesto of boisterous anthems and fearless criticism as protests continue across America.

by Candace McDuffie

on June 05, 2020, 9:07pm

Classic Album Review: Mobb Deep’s The Infamous Shook Hip-Hop to Its Core

The vaunted Queens duo mixed vivid tales of street life with grimy cinematic production to create a blueprint for New York hardcore hip-hop.

by Okla Jones

on April 21, 2020, 12:15pm

Album Review: DaBaby Maintains Warp Speed with Predictable Kirk

The prolific rapper’s rapid-fire release schedule is beginning to show diminishing returns.

by Dan Weiss

on September 30, 2019, 4:46pm