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Peterson said the Wobbly’s reputation for offering a wide array of musical styles is supported by old hip hop acts becoming new again on the mountain. The venue isn’t afraid to take chances on music, ...

Welcome to The State of R&B, ESSENCE’s look at the past, present and future of rhythm and blues. In this piece, ESSENCE editor Rivéa Ruff reports on the blending of hip-hop and R&B. Since the ...

The post Overly Dedicated Was Kendrick Lamar’s First Attempt to Shatter the Old Hip-Hop appeared first on Consequence. Lamar’s delivery here has become the stuff of legend, with many equating the ...

Subscribe to The St. Louis American‘s free weekly newsletter for critical stories, community voices, and insights that matter. Sign up As musicians sat in position waiting for their cue, a massive ...