Hip-Hop 101

04/09/2026

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Hip-Hop pioneer and founder of the Universal Zulu Nation, Afrika Bambaata (born Lance Taylor), has reportedly died at the age of 67 from complications of cancer.

Iconic rapper, Kurtis Blow, issued the following statement about Bambaata's passing on behalf of the Hip-Hop Alliance organization:

"Through his music, leadership, and influence, he contributed to the foundation of Hip Hop’s core principles, inspiring generations of MCs, DJs, breakers, and cultural leaders. His imprint on Hip Hop history is undeniable and will forever remain part of the culture’s origin story.
At the same time, we recognize that his legacy is complex and has been the subject of serious conversations within our community. As an organization committed to truth, accountability, and the preservation of Hip Hop culture, we believe it is important to hold space for all voices while continuing to uplift what empowers and protects the people."

Stay tuned for additional Okayplayer reporting on the death of Afrika Bambaata

02/03/2026

This Thursday ☁️🏠⛅️

01/15/2026

Fugees Collaborator John Forté Dies at 50 Years Old

More details here: https://www.complex.com/music/a/treyalston/fugees-collaborator-john-forte-dies

11/10/2025

Happy birthday

10/11/2025

Hip Hop Meets The Multiverse 🌌

has partnered with Marvel Comics to bring your favorite artists together for a special edition comic book! ⚡️

Limited copies will be available at New York Comic Con Friday 10/10 at the Javits Center. Visit us at The Whatnot Booth #1000

10/04/2025

NASIR JONES (NAS)

08/31/2024

Legendary rapper and hype man, Fatman Scoop, has died at the age of 53 🙏🏾🕊️

An important force of nature in Hip-Hop, his unique voice and presence has contributed so much to the culture. He will truly be missed.

02/20/2023

Happy Monday

10/26/2022

Dark forces are conspiring against WREK Atlanta...Tune in to tomorrow at 7pm to celebrate Halloween with some spooky and seasonal hyperpop!

02/07/2022

Don't Call it a comeback, is giving us a new album for his birthday. Happy Birthday The Real Kid Capri

Kid Capri is a name that holds as true as the hip hop culture as a whole. Being one of the most respected DJs in the genre, he has been serving hip hop since before a lot of us were born, even producing songs for names like Jay-Z, 50 Cent,

02/05/2022

😎😎😎

Today A Tribe Called Quest is nominated
for induction into The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. One of those monumental moments that we have fantasized about. Somebody pinch me! Thank you to those responsible for adding us to the list of incredible and iconic artists.

Salute to my brothers & , to all of the Hip-Hop legends whom shoulders we stand and to all the Questers that keep Tribe in their hearts! ❤️🖤💚

Fans can vote for us to be inducted once a day from today until April 29th 2022 here: www.rockhall.com // vote.rockhall.com


- Ali Shaheed Muhammad