Chris Gibbons
The History of Trap Music Runs Deeper Than T.I. and Gucci Mane
Tracing the roots of trap.
Fabolous and Jadakiss Slay the Competition on ‘Friday on Elm Street’ Album
Fabolous and Jadakiss deliver an essential listen with 'Friday on Elm Street,' an effort full of solid street raps that measures up to the expectations.
Talib Kweli Breaks Through the Noise With ‘Radio Silence’ Album
'Radio Silence' proves that Talib Kweli's voice is much needed in hip-hop.
20 of Eminem’s Best Song Collaborations
From 50 Cent to Royce 5'9" and more, here are 20 of Eminem's best collaborations.
Offset and 21 Savage Find the Right Balance on ‘Without Warning’ Project
Offset and 21 Savage turn their differences in delivery into an undeniable chemistry supported by Metro Boomin's production on 'Without Warning.'
Action Bronson Satisfies With Absurdity on ‘Blue Chips 7000′ Album
'Blue Chips 7000' as a whole is more consistent than 'Mr. Wonderful' was.
ASAP Ferg Sticks to His Roots on ‘Still Striving’ Mixtape
ASAP Ferg makes a return to the trap sound that made him famous on his new mixtape, 'Still Striving.'
Sean Price Lives on Through His Lyrics on Posthumous ‘Imperius Rex’ Album
'Imperius Rex' is a worthy entry into the Sean Price canon, and proof that his voice will still live on in hip-hop well after his untimely passing.
Migos’ Evolution Is Undeniable on ‘Culture’
After over a dozen releases since 2011, Migos have ascended higher than ever before on 'Culture.'
Gucci Mane Delivers a Gift With ‘The Return of East Atlanta Santa’
'The Return of East Atlanta Santa' might be the last gift of his new music for rap fans in 2016, but Gucci makes sure it's a winner as part of his remarkable comeback streak.
Kid Cudi Returns to Form on ‘Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin”
'Passion, Pain & Demon Slayin'' is the album Kid Cudi fans have been waiting on for years.
J. Cole Stays in His Comfort Zone on ‘4 Your Eyez Only’
J. Cole decides to stick to the formula that got him where he is today on his latest album, '4 Your Eyez Only.'