Hip Hop

“Dangerous” by Michael Jackson | Album Review

I attempt to sift through the music and deeply conflicting legacy of Michael Jackson.

Jun 4 •

9 New Releases You Should Listen To Now [June 2025]

Your latest batch of excellent recent releases is hot out the oven!

Jun 2 •

“The Marshall Mathers LP” by Eminem | Album Review

Making the case that Eminem's sophomore album is a transcendent cultural text.

May 26 •

Every Mariah Carey Album, Ranked From Worst to Best (Part 3)

Breaking down some of the most intriguing work of her career.

May 21

11 New Releases You Need to Hear Today [May 2025]

Another month, another list of recent music you must listen to immediately.

May 5 •

19 One-Hit Wonders That Rank Among the Catchiest Songs Ever

It only takes one hit song to etch your name in history.

Apr 30 •

Every Mariah Carey Album, Ranked From Worst to Best (Part 2)

Breaking down some of the most intriguing work of her career.

Apr 23 •

“The Infamous” by Mobb Deep

Celebrating one of the East Coast’s finest contributions to hardcore hip-hop

Apr 21 •

"People’s Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm" by A Tribe Called Quest

I dive into the significance of one of 1990's most important hip-hop records.

Apr 14 •

“Fear of a Black Planet” by Public Enemy

A legitimately perfect hip-hop records turns 35 (!)

Apr 7 •

9 New Releases You Need to Hear Today [April 2025]

Hot(ish) off the presses!

Mar 31 •

“Me Against the World” by 2Pac

Revisiting a legacy-defining moment for Tupac Shakur for its 30th anniversary.

Mar 10 •

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