Armand Hammer and the Alchemist Deliver a Masterclass
For listeners drawn to the art of hip-hop, the music meant to stand the test of time, Armand Hammer and the Alchemist’s Mercy is a feast.
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billy woods’ ‘GOLLIWOG’ Is a Stunning Achievement
In GOLLIWOG, billy woods explores the endlessly shifting shades of horror. It’s not an easy listen, but it’s a stunning achievement.
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The 21 Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2023
The best hip-hop albums celebrate classic styles with new approaches, blend rap with electronic, jazz, and soul, and push the boundaries of genre.
Hip-Hop Matters: The Best Hip-Hop of September 2022
This month’s best hip-hop features album-of-the-year contenders, a long-awaited team-up, singular experimentalism, and surprise new releases from a cult veteran.
Hip-Hop Matters: The Best Hip-Hop of April 2022
April’s best hip-hop contains swathes of brilliance from modern masters, cult legends, upstarts, and veterans, including Digga D, Vince Staples, and Pusha T.