There's just no ignoring the hick-hop phenomenon. It's spawned a reality show, viral videos and a thriving fringe scene, along with the traditional measure of country success — chart-topping singles.

Hip-hop has transformed music, and the world at large, since it was conceived 50 years ago. In a relatively short time, it's made a massive impact on every aspect of pop culture — and fortunately, ...

Sparky D, a well-known battle rapper from the mid-1980s, had struggled with drug addiction for years and was a survivor of ...

The cultural impact, versatility, and popularity of the most iconic hip hop dance moves can’t be overstated. These moves are hypnotic for a reason: they’re the perfect liaison for connecting music and ...

Rap music often revolves around the artist, who gets the accolades, adoration and top billing. But at one time, there was a clear understanding in hip-hop that the DJ was at the top of the food chain.

The Smithsonian Anthology of Hip Hop and Rap tracks the evolution of the genre from its music to its culture and to its people. "Everything that is part of hip-hop," says the Smithsonian's Dwandalyn ...

In case you hadn’t heard, hip-hop celebrated its 50th anniversary this week. It started as a niche movement in New York in the early 1970s, and now, it is the world’s biggest genre of music and ...

For more than 20 years John Holl has been covering the beer industry as a reporter and editor. He is the co-owner and editor of All About Beer. On-air he hosts the Drink Beer, Think Beer podcast, the ...

J.C. Hall, who found solace in hip hop during his own struggles with addiction and depression, founded Hip Hop Therapy Studio ...

Hip-hop culture penetrates every aspect of people's lives, from the way they dress and speak to walk and dance. Though mostly associated with music, hip-hop from its inception has always been a ...