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Watch Eminem, Yelawolf, and Slaughterhouse’s Incredible SHADY CXVPHER [VIDEO]
Eminem, Yelawolf, and Slaughterhouse remind the world that some of the best bar-for-bar rappers around call Shady Records home in this nearly 19-minute video.
Ne-Yo Plays ‘Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction?’ Part 1 [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Ne-Yo sets the record straight about his life and career in this exclusive interview.
Ne-Yo Shares Hilarious Halloween Anecdote [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Warning: If you're moonlighting as a haunted house actor this Halloween and you see Ne-Yo enter the house of horrors you work at, avoid him at all costs.
Watch Common Freestyle for ’16 Bars’ [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Common steps to the mic to spit an exclusive freestyle for '16 Bars.'
Jermaine Dupri Plays ‘Wikipedia Fact or Fiction’ (Part 2) [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
For part two of our 'Wikipedia Fact or Fiction' interview, The Boombox's Timmhotep sat down with Dupri to set the record straight about the discovery of Xscape, his romance with Janet Jackson and more.
Rich Homie Quan’s Father Shot in Atlanta
Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan's father was shot multiple times on Sept. 29 in Atlanta, GA this morning TMZ reports. Corey Lamar, Quan's father was apparently shot four times in a barbershop he owns by assailants who were attempting to rob the business...
You Think You Know Drake?
From the inspiration for 'Started From the Bottom' to Marvin Gaye's 'Here, My Dear' serving as his musical roadmap, this is You Think You Know Drake?
Chris Webby Freestyles, Speaks on Influences and Embracing His Weird Side – 16 Bars
Watch Chris Webby freestyle and learn more about his thoughts when it comes to being a middle class kid from the suburbs, the rapper that influenced him on the come-up and embracing his weird side.
Vote for the Best Music of Summer 2014
As the season winds downs The Boombox wants you, the fans, to help us decide what the best sounds of summer 2014 are. Vote now!
New Music Minute: Young Thug, PARTYNEXTDOOR & More
The Boombox is back with your brief but very potent dose of info on the music you need to know about in the newest episode of New Music Minute.
Drake vs. Lil Wayne Tour Trailer Debuts [VIDEO]
A 'Street Fighter'-inspired trailer debuts for the Drake vs. Lil Wayne tour debuts.
New Music Minute: Bobby Shmurda’s Shmoney Dance, FKA Twigs & More [VIDEO]
Want to impress your friends with your cutting edge music knowledge? Then look no further than The Boombox's New Music Minute where editors Timmhotep and Georgette Cline give you the rundown on the new artists, albums and videos you should know about in just about a minute.
Ice-T Opens Up About Tracy Morgan’s Recovery [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Ice-T shares his thoughts about his good friend Tracy Morgan's road to recovery following a recent crash.
Omarion Arrested for Traffic Ticket
Looks like Meek Mill isn't the only Maybach Music Group member in jail today.
Watch The Company Dance Crew’s Impressive ‘Turn Down For What’ Routine [VIDEO]
These California-based dancers flex their skills with an impressive routine to the tune of Lil Jon's 'Turn Down For What.'
G-Eazy Freestyles, Talks ‘These Things Happen’ and More – 16 Bars
On the heels of the release of his chart-topping major label debut, ‘These Things Happen,’ G-Eazy kicks an exclusive verse for our 16 Bars video series.
Rick Ross Arrested in North Carolina
Rick Ross was arrested in Greensboro, N.C., Friday night (June 27) due to a warrant that was issued for his failure to attend a court date in the city.
Tech N9ne Freestyles and Talks Creative Process – 16 Bars
16 Bars is back and it's better than ever. That's right, we've resurrected The Boombox's original series that spotlights your favorite MCs spittin' classic freestyles live for your listening and viewing pleasure.
There were a lot of rappers we could've chosen to be featured in this, the first episode of the returning series, but to really bring it back with a bang we tapped none other than rapid f
Ciara Debuts New Song ‘Anytime’ at 2014 Grammy After-Party [VIDEO]
Ciara is proof that you can still move and groove while pregnant -- and do so while looking flawless. The songstress commanded the stage at the official Grammy after-party inside the L.A. Convention Center in Los Angeles Sunday night (Jan. 26). She even surprised fans with a new song she debuted in their honor.
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
Another year, another poll. It’s time for you to vote for Hip-Hop Artist of the Year in The Boombox Fan Choice Awards.
R&B Artist of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
It’s time to honor the singers who topped the charts and crafted the soundtrack to many of your celebratory moments last year. The competition for R&B Artist of the Year in The Boombox Fan Choice Awards is steep as each artist made a strong impact in 2013 with their respective music and movements.
R&B Album of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
Ten nominees compete in the R&B Album of the Year category for The Boombox Fan Choice Awards, but only one can be given the distinct honor.
R&B Album of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
Ten nominees compete in the R&B Album of the Year category for The Boombox Fan Choice Awards, but only one can be given the distinct honor.
Producer of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
In 2013, producers were responsible for crafting the sounds to some of your favorite songs. These studio mavericks delivered a bevy of beats that were soulful, disco-inspired and made speakers rattle. There are 10 nominees for Producer of the Year in The Boombox Fan Choice Awards, but there can only be one winner.
Hip-Hop Album of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
Hip-hop albums in 2013 catered to every kind of fan. From trap music to indie rap to conscious lyrics to the underground set, no one was left without something to listen to and enjoy. As the 1st Annual The Boombox Fan Choice Awards get underway, the Hip-Hop Album of the Year competition is replete with artists from the old school and the new.
Mixtape of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
At times, a rapper's best material is showcased on mixtapes, and in 2013, that proved to be the case for many artists. Without restrictions like copyright issues standing in the way, some of your favorite MC's took advantage of that freedom to create top-notch music. Choosing just one nominee to take the crown for Mixtape of the Year in The BoomBox Fan Choice Awards is no easy task.
Hip-Hop Video of the Year – The Boombox Fan Choice Awards
Drake's father's mustache trending on Twitter, the use of pirate ships and Snoop from 'The Wire' making a sudden appearance should clue you in on just how unique hip-hop videos were in 2013. Ten rappers compete for The BoomBox Fan Choice Award for Hip-Hop Video of the Year, but only one can earn the coveted honor.
Ludacris Attempts to Limit Child Support for New Baby
Ludacris is a father once again but it looks like the rapper was keeping his bundle of joy under wraps until now.
Tech N9ne Wins TheBoombox’s Underground Kings Competition
Who's the greatest indie rapper? According to fans and voters it's none other than Kansas City's Tech N9ne.
After weeks of voting in a bracket competition that included 32 of indie rap and underground hip-hop's best and brightest Tech N9ne has emerged victorious -- and decisively so...
Underground Kings: Who’s the Greatest Indie Rapper Ever – Finals
So it all comes down to this, the final round of our Underground Kings voted bracket competition.
We started with 32 of the dopest and most renowned indie rap acts from coast to coast; the contenders were legends who'd been doing this for decades and new jacks who redefined what it meant to be a rap star in the 21st century. Now after weeks of head-to-head battles we've arrived at the final faceof