Music

It’s hard to imagine the 1990s hip-hop revolution without the looming figure of Suge Knight. As the co-founder of Death Row Records, Knight helped transform a generation of rappers into superstars. He provided the launchpad for Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and the late Tupac Shakur. As one of hip-hop’s most formidable figures, Knight’s name continues […]

Elgin Baylor Lumpkin, better known as Ginuwine, has carved out a legendary lane in R&B since the release of his 1996 debut album, Ginuwine… the Bachelor. With a catalog that includes timeless staples such as “Pony,” “Same Ol’ G,” “None of Ur Friends Business,” and “Differences,” his sound helped define the late ’90s and early

Joe Budden is a rapper-turned-media mogul whose sharp tongue, unapologetic opinions and raw honesty have made him both admired and controversial. Known initially for his 2003 hit “Pump It Up,” he later reinvented himself as a cultural critic and podcast trailblazer. Professionally, he’s one of the few hip-hop artists to transition successfully into digital media

Raymond Leon Scott, known as Benzino, has spent decades at the intersection of hip-hop culture, media influence and reality TV drama. From his rise in Boston’s rap scene to his role as a co-owner of The Source magazine during its most iconic years, Benzino has played both star and tastemaker. As conversations about hip-hop history