Politics
U-God Slams Soul Temple Records
"Raw I'mma give it to ya, with no trivia," promised U-God on "Da Mystery of Chessboxin" almost 20 years ago on the instantly iconic Enter The Wu-Tang. Though much has changed in Wu-Tang nation since then—soldiers have fallen, albums have dropped, holograms have been built—the deep-voiced lyricist has stayed true to his word, delivering harsh truths and painful revelations from
Snoop Dogg Re-Posts Fan’s Reasons to Support Barack Obama Over Mitt Romney
Snoop Lion shares fan's thoughts on why President Obama should win this year's election...
Killer Mike Recalls Yesterday’s Troy Davis Protest
Killer Mike reflects on the emotional Troy Davis rally in Savannah, GA on Wednesday...
Hip-Hop Reacts to Planned Troy Davis Execution
Bun B, Killer Mike and DJ Scream share their thoughts with XXL on the Troy Davis case...
Lupe Fiasco Gives Interview at Occupy Wall Street Protest in NYC [Video]
Lupe talks to Luke Rudkowski of We Are Change about 9/11 and the New World Order...
Uncle Luke Loses Miami Mayoral Election
The former 2 Live Crew leader came in fourth place in the run for Miami Mayor, but he vows to continue to "be a voice for the disenfranchised" regardless of where the future may lead him...
Author Talks Jay-Z’s Failed and Successful Ventures
Zack O'Malley Greenburg speaks about his book, the cooperation — and lack there of — from Jay's friends during the writing process and the controversy surrounding Hov's endorsed Armand de Brignac champagne...
Rhymefest Loses Alderman Bid
The Chicago rapper turned politician was defeated at the polls on Tuesday, April 5...
Wyclef Jean Officially Ends Presidential Bid in Haiti
Just after two months since the initial announcement, Clef's bid has officially ended...
Change I don’t want to hear anymore
A call for a moratorium on political content in rap music.