L.A.’s Finest … Estevan Oriol Goes Behind The Lens
Almost a decade ago, as RESPECT. was working on its second issue, we designated 50 Cent as the cover feature. …
Tay Keith: The Platinum Guru
In addition to his hometown peers, Grammy-nominated producer Tay Keith has helped to raise the bar within Memphis’ long-standing music …
Doja Cat: In Her Own Skin
What an extraordinary year it’s been so far for women in Hip-Hop. We are seeing more personality than ever out …
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie: From The Bronx to No. 1
The world of music is changing. Not only are we witnessing paramount shifts in Hip-Hop culture before our very eyes, …
Rich The Kid: The World Is His
It wouldn’t shock me if Dimitri Roger — better known on this planet as Rich The Kid — was tired …
Rakim x Nas = MCs²
My journey recounting the Greatest Day in Hip-Hop only gets more interesting — taking me places I would never have …
The Greatest Day In Harlem: The Game Changer
Who’d veto that? I remember thinking immediately after someone in that fateful XXL meeting brought up a cover concept supposedly …
Rap Needs Q Da Fool (DIGITAL COVER)
The first thing I learned upon meeting Q Da Fool: his superhuman awareness. The rising star was somewhat separated from …
DIGITAL COVER: Nipsey Hussle’s Victory Lap Has Just Begun
It’s been a little over a month since Nipsey Hussle released his debut studio album. While many will wonder why …
DIGITAL COVER: The Re-Introduction of Big K.R.I.T.
In regards to reputation in Hip-Hop, the South has certainly come a long way. In terms of talent, artists below …
Chaz French Finds His Way Out
As a native of Washington, D.C., it’s amazing to see the evolution of hip-hop from this vantage point. A decade …
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