20 of the Best Politically-Charged Rap Songs
These 20 rappers who crafted powerful politically-charged rap songs answer the question of whether or not artists should speak up on political issues. Take a look.
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DJ Fined for Playing N.W.A's "F*@k tha Police" as Officers Clear Out Bar
Playing the N.W.A. classic as police are clearing out a bar may not have been the best move.
30 Albums That Will Make You Appreciate Hip-Hop
XXL compiles 30 rap albums that have played an integral part in how rap fans listen to and appreciate hip-hop. Check them out and get inspired.
The Soundtrack for 'Straight Outta Compton' Drops in January
Along with a movie score and director's cut of the film, the 'Straight Outta Compton' soundtrack drops right after the New Year.
Unreleased Ice Cube Verse for "F%$k The Police" Surfaces
A demo featuring an unheard verse from Ice Cube has leaked.
Jerry Heller Is Suing Dr. Dre and Ice Cube
Jerry Heller is suing Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and other 'Straight Outta Compton' producers for defamation.
Win Copies of Classic N.W.A, Ice Cube & Eazy-E Albums
XXL gives a way vinyl copies of classic albums from N.W.A, Eazy-E, and Ice Cube...
Snoop Dogg to Release Comp. With N.W.A., Bun B & EPMD
Snoop to release "My #1 Priority" next month which includes a slew of the labels classic recordings...
N.W.A Biopic to be Written by White Woman
N.W.A.'s about to get a woman's touch...a white woman...
LINK: LA Weekly’s 1989 N.W.A. Cover Story
To commemorate the 20th Anniversary of N.W.A.'s classic album Straight Outta Compton, LA Weekly decided to re-run their May 5, 1989 cover story.
Capitol/Priority Records Prepare to Re-Release Landmark Material from N.W.A, Eazy-E, Westside Connection & Mack 10
On December 4, Capitol/Priority Records will be re-releasing four CD’s worth of classic West Coast material from some of the most influential artists to ever touch the microphone.