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Here's a handy list of rappers' real names.

Birthdays are never the worst days when it comes to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. See the best events that took place in 2023.

Some of the most notable hip-hop trends that have gone mainstream.

The legends showed out for hip-hop's 50th at the BET Awards.

Notable lines from many different revered lyricists.

Are you here for this?

A guide for the uninformed.

Big Daddy Kane apologizes to deaf interpreter.

History has been made.

XXL takes a look at every rapper that Eminem name-drops on his new Music to Be Murdered By - Side B (Deluxe Edition) album.

Join Hot 991 as we stream the exclusive Hip Hop party hosted by Mike Epps with a world premiere on 10/09. The party will include performances by hip hop legend Rakim, KRS1, Big Daddy Kane, and Greg Nice.

XXL analyzes the uneven playing field.

Check out memorable rivalries between rap artists that kept the competitive juices flowing.

From Eminem's Encore album to Jay-Z's Kingdom Come and more, here are 15 weak albums by great rappers.

I'm so ready for classic hip-hop tonight with Alive at 5 with Big Daddy Kane! Celebrating 29 years of music, Albany’s signature free concert series premiered in the summer of 1990 with a performance by legendary folk artist Richie Havens, and has since grown into a staple of summer in the Capital Region...

Big Daddy Kane Breaks Down His Top 5 MC's Dead Or Alive

The Alive at Five Summer Concert Series presented by KeyBank returns to the Riverfront this summer! On July 12th celebrate Hip Hop Night with Big Daddy Kane

Get Ready For Old School Hip Hop with Hip Hop Legend Big Daddy Kane! Also Hot 991's own DJ Supreme on the Set. Get Ready For Alive At Five Big Daddy Kane Edition!

Big Daddy Kane performs some of his classics for NPR.

Rest in peace Prodigy!

Here's a look at rappers who've reunited over the last two years.

These 20 rappers have a penchant for smooth-talking on tracks and making the ladies go crazy.

Some monumental firsts in hip-hop.

Big Daddy Kane blasts critics who don't like Macklemore's new song "Downtown" and gave props to the Seattle native for paying homage to Kool Moe Dee, Melle Mel and Grandmaster Caz.

From the random to the serious and everything in between, check out 100 Hip-Hop Facts That Will Blow Your Mind.

We reveal some of your favorite rappers' not-so-cool-sounding legal names.

Just as important as charisma, rhymes and beats, personal style is one of the most important elements of a rapper's allure. An MC must also have impeccable taste to really flourish in the visual world of hip-hop. But following popular trends and bragging about brand names isn't enough to earn a spot in our Style Hall of Fame.

As a member of the Juice Crew, legendary rapper Big Daddy Kane has provided the world with not only a number of memorable performances but also a collection of great music. However, despite the seven albums that are under his belt, it's the first LP, 'Long Live the Kane,' that's given some special recognition today as it turns 25.