Hip-Hop
Diss Tracks and Deleted Tweets: A Timeline Of Drake vs. Kanye
Whether or not the rivalry is truly finished, a lot has happened in the last 12 years.
Meet the Rapper Exploring Singapore’s Identity in a Tight Green Bodysuit
Singaporean Rapper BGourd calls the bodysuit a “literal greenscreen” that signals his willingness to try anything.
How 'Kenan & Kel' Became UK Rap's Unlikeliest Reference Point
Who loves orange soda? Fredo, AJ Tracey and Nines do.
How Much Is Kanye Making From His 'Donda' Listening Parties?
While he hasn't disclosed what he's earned, there's enough publicly available information out there to make an educated guess.
We Found the Radio DJ Who Introduced Tyler, the Creator to N.E.R.D.
A critical moment in the contemporary hip-hop canon took place on L.A. radio in 2002.
Dave East’s ‘Hoffa’ Is a Throwback to Mob-Inspired Rap
Forty-six years after Jimmy Hoffa’s disappearance, the Harlem rapper dedicates his collaboration with producer Harry Fraud to the iconic figure.
There’s a Crypto Bubble In Hip-Hop
Nas made a fortune with his Coinbase investment. Soulja Boy claims to be the first to make a song about Bitcoin. Big Sean is sending your girl Doge. Is this trend sustainable?
One of China’s Biggest Pop Stars Is Being Accused of Sexual Abuse
Internet users are expressing their support for a young woman who accused Kris Wu of luring women into sex with his influence as a pop star.
How Hip-Hop Reached Peak Guitar
The key feature of a popular hip-hop song in 2021—besides a Lil Baby verse—is guitars. What makes the sound so prevalent?
Juvenile’s “Vax That Thang Up” Is a Public Service Announcement
The New Orleans hip-hop legend told VICE why he felt a responsibility to turn “Back That Azz Up” into a new message for pandemic times.
How the Big Boy Got on the Roof
FatsDaBarber, one-half of the duo behind the viral song, told VICE a studio version of the summer banger is heading to streaming services soon.
BFB Da Packman Is Ready to Quit His Day Job
The Houston-based rapper and USPS employee spoke to VICE the day before dropping his album, which features an eclectic roster of rappers from Benny the Butcher to Coi Leray.