Self-described as “100% Tange Lomax,” this emerging singer and vocalist offers something fresh for fans of female legends such as Erykah Badu and Lauryn Hill. While working to find her own place in this world, Tange’s free spirit...

Illa J is a rapper/producer straight out of the D. He also happens to be the brother of the late — great — Iconic producer, J Dilla (no big deal or anything). John Derek Yancey aka Illa J...

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Hip-hop and comics are no strangers. From enlisting artists to create album covers, to just being book junkies, there has always been a strong relationship – and why not? They are two mediums built on the concept of...

“Understand that nobody is equivalent, and if you in my circle then you just reaping the benefits.” – Tooty Like I’ve said in the past, I’m big on championing up and coming acts here on AAHIPHOP, because –...

“I’m not fist pumping; I’m raising my fist.” – Siimba Liives Long The “it” factor is undeniable, unavoidable and can’t be fabricated. No matter how much money you dump into an artist, if they aren’t unique enough to...

Let’s face it, the term DJ is very subjective – and that’s probably the Internet’s fault. But let’s be clear when you’re in the presence of a true turntablist, the difference becomes crystal clear. Kind of like drinking...

Last week saw the release of It’s Better This Way, a surprise datpiff.com release from Big K.R.I.T. hosted by DJ Drama. It’s pretty common for a sneak tape or record to drop these days, but when it’s someone...