As New York City marks the 50th anniversary of the birth of hip-hop, NY1 delves into the history of the genre — and highlights hip-hop centric events happening around the five boroughs.

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Hip-hop has existed for over 50 years, and since its inception, the genre has mastered the art of sampling to create some of the most iconic records in music history. Effectively using a sample ...

Ageism in hip-hop challenges older artists, with some embracing adulthood and overcoming stereotypes of a youth-only culture.

Rich Homie Quan made his mark on the industry at just 34 years old when ... tragic death by suicide at 50 sparked important conversations about mental health in Hip-hop. DJ Clark Kent’s ...

The L.O.X.'s Second Album 'We Are The Streets' Turns 25 Years Old! The L.O.X.'s 'We Are The Streets' 25 Years Old ...