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Take a look at this digital art piece done by Ilian Gazut and his digital creation Zlu! Original graffiti piece was done in Berlin by Rash. As an institution for Hip Hop, we aim to be at the forefront of innovation.

Take a look at this digital art piece done by Ilian Gazut and his digital creation Zlu! Original graffiti piece was done in Berlin by Rash. As an institution for Hip Hop, we aim to be at the forefront of innovation.

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On this day in 1988, Hip Hop history was made! MTV launched Yo! MTV Raps, bringing Hip Hop culture, music videos, and legendary interviews straight into millions of living rooms worldwide. Hosted originally by Fab 5 Freddy (and later the iconic duo Ed Lover and Doctor Dre),

On this day in 1988, Hip Hop history was made! MTV launched Yo! MTV Raps, bringing Hip Hop culture, music videos, and legendary interviews straight into millions of living rooms worldwide. Hosted originally by Fab 5 Freddy (and later the iconic duo Ed Lover and Doctor Dre),

The Hip Hop Museum

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53 YEARS OF HIP HOP. NOW LET’S BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT. 🎤🏛️ As we celebrate 53 years of Hip Hop culture, The Hip Hop Museum is getting closer to opening its doors—and we need the culture behind us to bring it home.

53 YEARS OF HIP HOP. NOW LET’S BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT. 🎤🏛️ As we celebrate 53 years of Hip Hop culture, The Hip Hop Museum is getting closer to opening its doors—and we need the culture behind us to bring it home.

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At just 12 years old, DJ Rena from Japan made history as the youngest DMC World DJ Champion in 2017, proving that Hip Hop knows no age, language, or borders. A defining moment of his championship routine came when he flipped Pharoahe Monch’s “Simon Says,” turning the iconic

At just 12 years old, DJ Rena from Japan made history as the youngest DMC World DJ Champion in 2017, proving that Hip Hop knows no age, language, or borders. A defining moment of his championship routine came when he flipped Pharoahe Monch’s “Simon Says,” turning the iconic

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In 1996, Washington, D.C.’s own Nonchalant delivered one of the smoothest hits of the decade with “5 O’Clock.” ⏰🔥 Released on MCA Records, the song appeared on her debut album, Until the Day, and quickly became a standout moment in mid-90s Hip Hop. The track was produced by

In 1996, Washington, D.C.’s own Nonchalant delivered one of the smoothest hits of the decade with “5 O’Clock.” ⏰🔥 Released on MCA Records, the song appeared on her debut album, Until the Day, and quickly became a standout moment in mid-90s Hip Hop. The track was produced by

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In 1986, Doug E. Fresh & the Get Fresh Crew dropped their iconic debut album, Oh, My God! From the legendary classic "The Show" to the heavy rotation of "All the Way to Heaven," this project was a masterclass in rhythm, live performance energy, and pure innovation. Doug E. showed

In 1986, Doug E. Fresh & the Get Fresh Crew dropped their iconic debut album, Oh, My God! From the legendary classic "The Show" to the heavy rotation of "All the Way to Heaven," this project was a masterclass in rhythm, live performance energy, and pure innovation. Doug E. showed

The Hip Hop Museum

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Happy Birthday to a true Hip Hop luminary, Special Ed! 🎤🔥 From "I Got It Made" to "Mission," your flow, style, and lyricism helped define a golden era of Hip Hop and continues to inspire generations. Your impact on the culture and your sharp wordplay remain unmatched.

Happy Birthday to a true Hip Hop luminary, Special Ed! 🎤🔥 From "I Got It Made" to "Mission," your flow, style, and lyricism helped define a golden era of Hip Hop and continues to inspire generations. Your impact on the culture and your sharp wordplay remain unmatched.

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Take a look at this amazing freestyle scratch from the duo Kaiharubro from Japan! They are scratching and mixing on the Gang Starr beat from the song “Full Clip.” The technical skills to cut on time is phenomenal to witness.

Take a look at this amazing freestyle scratch from the duo Kaiharubro from Japan! They are scratching and mixing on the Gang Starr beat from the song “Full Clip.” The technical skills to cut on time is phenomenal to witness.

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Happy Birthday to one of the greatest yet most underappreciated MCs of all time, the legendary Kool G Rap. Before your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper even picked up a pen, G Rap was setting the blueprint. The godfather of mafioso rap, a master of multisyllabic

Happy Birthday to one of the greatest yet most underappreciated MCs of all time, the legendary Kool G Rap. Before your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper even picked up a pen, G Rap was setting the blueprint. The godfather of mafioso rap, a master of multisyllabic

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In 1995, Jersey City MC Heather B dropped “All Glocks Down”—a bold statement during a time when much of Hip Hop was leaning into gun talk and street bravado. 💥 The track was the lead single from her debut album Takin’ Mine, produced by Kenny Parker

In 1995, Jersey City MC Heather B dropped “All Glocks Down”—a bold statement during a time when much of Hip Hop was leaning into gun talk and street bravado. 💥 The track was the lead single from her debut album Takin’ Mine, produced by Kenny Parker

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Today we celebrate Phonte Coleman, one of Hip Hop’s most important—& most human—voices. As one half of Little Brother, Phonte helped redefine what honesty sounded like in rap. Long before vulnerability became a marketing angle, he brought emotional intelligence, humor,

Today we celebrate Phonte Coleman, one of Hip Hop’s most important—& most human—voices. As one half of Little Brother, Phonte helped redefine what honesty sounded like in rap. Long before vulnerability became a marketing angle, he brought emotional intelligence, humor,

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Before there was Salt-N-Pepa, there was The Sequence. Hailing from Columbia, South Carolina, Angie B., Blondy, and Cheryl the Pearl made history in 1979 with "Funk You Up," the first rap record released by an all-female group on the legendary Sugar Hill Records.

Before there was Salt-N-Pepa, there was The Sequence. Hailing from Columbia, South Carolina, Angie B., Blondy, and Cheryl the Pearl made history in 1979 with "Funk You Up," the first rap record released by an all-female group on the legendary Sugar Hill Records.

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At just 14 years old, Lolita Shanté Gooden changed the game forever with "Roxanne’s Revenge." She delivered a blistering freestyle that sparked the "Roxanne Wars"—the most storied and prolific beef era in Hip Hop history, resulting in many response tracks.

At just 14 years old, Lolita Shanté Gooden changed the game forever with "Roxanne’s Revenge." She delivered a blistering freestyle that sparked the "Roxanne Wars"—the most storied and prolific beef era in Hip Hop history, resulting in many response tracks.

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Before Mobb Deep became the grim, cinematic architects of the mid-‘90s hardcore scene, they were just two teenagers from Queensbridge trying to find their footing. Released in April 1993, Juvenile Hell serves as a fascinating time capsule of Prodigy and Havoc’s raw beginnings.

Before Mobb Deep became the grim, cinematic architects of the mid-‘90s hardcore scene, they were just two teenagers from Queensbridge trying to find their footing. Released in April 1993, Juvenile Hell serves as a fascinating time capsule of Prodigy and Havoc’s raw beginnings.

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26 years ago today, Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch dropped their sophomore masterpiece, We Are the Streets. Coming off their departure from Bad Boy, this album wasn’t just a project but rather a statement of independence and a return to the gritty, uncompromising sound

26 years ago today, Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch dropped their sophomore masterpiece, We Are the Streets. Coming off their departure from Bad Boy, this album wasn’t just a project but rather a statement of independence and a return to the gritty, uncompromising sound

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On This Day in Hip Hop — July 25, 1989, Beastie Boys dropped Paul’s Boutique, an album that didn’t just bend the rules, it rewrote them. Coming off the success of Licensed to Ill, the group took a left turn into uncharted territory. Produced by the Dust Brothers,

On This Day in Hip Hop — July 25, 1989, Beastie Boys dropped Paul’s Boutique, an album that didn’t just bend the rules, it rewrote them. Coming off the success of Licensed to Ill, the group took a left turn into uncharted territory. Produced by the Dust Brothers,

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Twenty-six years ago, the world received the final studio testament of Christopher Rios, better known as Big Pun. Released just two months after his passing, Yeeeah Baby wasn't just a posthumous album; it was a victory lap for the first Latino solo rapper to go platinum.

Twenty-six years ago, the world received the final studio testament of Christopher Rios, better known as Big Pun. Released just two months after his passing, Yeeeah Baby wasn't just a posthumous album; it was a victory lap for the first Latino solo rapper to go platinum.

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In tribute to the late Sinead O’Connor, we remember her collaboration w/ Queen Latifah on the Queen Latifah Show circa ‘00, performing “Princess of the Posse.” A memorable moment where 2 legends from different genres came 2gether, leaving a lasting impact. RIP, Sinead O’Connor.

In tribute to the late Sinead O’Connor, we remember her collaboration w/ Queen Latifah on the Queen Latifah Show circa ‘00, performing “Princess of the Posse.” A memorable moment where 2 legends from different genres came 2gether, leaving a lasting impact. RIP, Sinead O’Connor.

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In 1997, Queen Pen brought pure energy to the dancefloor with “Party Ain’t a Party.” 🎉🔥 Released on Lil’ Man Records/Interscope, the track appeared on her debut album, My Melody. The song was produced by Teddy Riley, one of the architects of New Jack Swing, and it carried

In 1997, Queen Pen brought pure energy to the dancefloor with “Party Ain’t a Party.” 🎉🔥 Released on Lil’ Man Records/Interscope, the track appeared on her debut album, My Melody. The song was produced by Teddy Riley, one of the architects of New Jack Swing, and it carried

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Take a look at this Redman clip when he was on Yo! MTV Raps for Live Fridays 🙌🏾. Fun Fact: This instrumental is from the Das Efx song, "Real Hip Hop," (Pete Rock remix.)" 🎥 IG @yomtvrapstoday

Take a look at this Redman clip when he was on Yo! MTV Raps for Live Fridays 🙌🏾. Fun Fact: This instrumental is from the Das Efx song, "Real Hip Hop," (Pete Rock remix.)" 🎥 IG @yomtvrapstoday

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Tupac Shakur once said, “I’m not saying I’m gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world.” Shoutout to first grader JuJu, who performed Tupac’s “Dear Mama” at his school talent show—keeping Tupac’s spirit and message alive.

Tupac Shakur once said, “I’m not saying I’m gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will change the world.” Shoutout to first grader JuJu, who performed Tupac’s “Dear Mama” at his school talent show—keeping Tupac’s spirit and message alive.

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