The Whispers’ Social Conscience
In the 70s, the L.A. vocal troupe established a reputation for thoughtful and topical soul — an era often overlooked today.
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Gamble & Huff in the 60s
The 50th anniversary of Philadelphia International affords the opportunity to revisit the early history of a duo who defined classic soul.
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Early Rap Full-Lengths (1980-1982)
A list of every rap full-length released between 1980 and 1982.
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Ten Great Rap Album Openers
Ten great songs that opened rap albums.
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Top 10 Wu-Tang Albums: Second Wave (1997-2000)
A list of the best of Wu-Tang Clan’s second era (starting with their second album).
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The 100 Best Rap Singles of 1990: Chubb Rock
Chubb Rock’s reputation as a solid, oft-underrated contributor to hip-hop’s golden era is belied by his best-known hit.
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The Best Rap Singles of 1990: Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E.
Boo-Yaa T.R.I.B.E., a Samoan family band from Los Angeles, are fondly remembered for their memorable role in early West Coast hip-hop.
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Daniel “DOOM” Dumile: 1971-2020
A remembrance of the work of DOOM, the greatest rapper/producer of his era.
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The 100 Best Rap Singles of 1990: Jungle Brothers
The Jungle Brothers may have been underrated in America, but they found a receptive audience in Europe, leading to two top-40 UK hits.
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The 100 Best Rap Singles of 1990: Eric B. & Rakim
While not as essential as the duo’s earlier work, this hit swings with the verve of a master craftsman stepping out of his comfort zone.
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The 100 Best Rap Singles of 1990: BWP
BWP’s sharp, raunchy shot at under-performing men remains catnip for fans looking for precursors to today’s smack-talking rap women.
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The 50 Best Rap Singles of 1980
The first full year of recorded rap music was marked by novelty 12-inches, rapping deejays, and one 1979 smash that overshadowed them all.
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