The 100 Best Rap Albums Of All Time
Ranking the most essential and influential albums of this quintessentially American art form.
Gary Suarez
Announcing: The 2025 CABBAGES Readers' Poll
The one time of year where YOU get to weigh in with your favorite independent hip-hop/rap acts and works. Act right.
Cropping Up: CARRTOONS
The Brooklynite discusses his soul x hip-hop x jazz LP 'Space Cadet.' +reviews of The Expert, ZelooperZ
Deniro Farrar Maintains A 'Stellar Reputation'
The Charlotte rapper's latest benefits from a proper sit-down listen. +reviews of Chester Watson, Lt Headtrip
Your Favorite Rapper's Favorite Jazz Label (Probably)
A brief introduction to International Anthem Recording Company and its Chicago-centric sonics.
Kassa Overall Combats Cover Corniness With Canny Cool
The gifted jazz drummer / bandleader takes on rap classics by Biggie, Outkast, and more on his new album 'CREAM.'
Ten More 2025 Rap Albums You Haven't Heard—But Should
Add handpicked records by Kueen, Recoechi, Teller Bank$, and more to your 2025 listening list.
Westside Gunn's 'Heels 2' Heroics
Assessing the Griselda don's latest 4th Rope brand extension. +reviews of Wave Generators, CRIMEAPPLE
Cropping Up: Dewey Bryan & Earoh
A Q&A with the Los Angeles-based 'Beach Burners' duo. +reviews of Gabe 'Nandez & Preservation, Nakama.
The Thing About Ghostface Killah's 'Supreme Clientele 2'
The Wu-Tang Clansman's long-awaited solo sequel to his 2000 masterpiece woefully misses the mark.
Sankofa, An Unstoppable Juggernaut Of Underground Rap
The lyrically minded Fort Wayne, Indiana indie emcee breaks down his prolific process in an exclusive interview.
It's Time To Talk About Hip-Hop Cancel Culture
What it means when artists do the cancelling themselves. +reviews of new albums from Curren$y and TOP HOOTER