With his vibrant career in music and acting, the hip-hop star turns 54 today. Born on March 13, 1972, the Chicago native, whose real name is Lonnie Rashid Lynn Jr., was part of a rap trio called C.D.R ...

On this day in Hip Hop history, Chicago icon Common released his fifth studio album Electric Circus, a project that still divides fans but has earned lasting respect for its ambition and bravery.

On “This Man,” a sunset-evoking song on “The Auditorium Vol. 1,” Common raps, “Whether Grammy or Oscar, I keep the same posture.” He’s referring to the awards he’s amassed over his decades-long career ...

Common’s new tribute song “Vision” celebrates Stuart Scott’s groundbreaking fusion of Hip-Hop culture and sports journalism. Common dropped a heartfelt tribute song that may bring viewers to tears, as ...

These rap icons transformed more than just a genre; they shifted the direction of modern music itself. Their innovation and impact continue to shape the sound of today’s biggest artists. Few genres ...