We fought the power for change in our community, we didn’t fraternize with the power in an attempt to join their fraternity. And any individual in the Hip-Hop community who didn’t adhere to these ...

When Goodie Mob released “Fighting”, it wasn’t just another track—it was a battle cry. Coming from the legendary Atlanta-based group known for their socially conscious and deeply reflective music, the ...

Released in 1989, Public Enemy’s “Fight the Power” became a defining anthem for social change and resistance during a turbulent era in America. Produced by the legendary group, the track was featured ...

Critics point out the apparent hypocrisy of a pro-Black rapper like Kendrick Lamar headlining the Super Bowl halftime show, since the NFL isn't... Hip-hop is 'fight the power' but also advertises for ...

Jamaal Bowman shares his journey from the East River Houses to Congress in a conversation on art, politics, hip hop, and activism. In the face of fascism and oligarchy, it is more urgent than ever to ...

From the recent surge in popularity of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion to the lasting fame of Tupac and Biggie Smalls, hip-hop’s influence goes far beyond its auditory and visual appeal; since its ...

Roy Kinsey embodies an unlikely but powerful combination: Chicago-born rapper, librarian, and cultural activist who uses hip-hop and literature as instruments of liberation. The queer Black artist ...

Discover the factors that led to the birth of Hip Hop and its first socially conscious hit "The Message" by Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five in 1982. Explore the 1980s and the birth of Hip Hop ...

Fifty-one years ago, the Dance Center of Columbia College launched a series of professional performances aimed at fulfilling one of the university’s key goals: to create a conduit between students and ...

The legendary producer broke down how streaming, aging artists, and multi-generational audiences have reshaped hip-hop while weighing in on Drake's continued dominance.