When it comes to genres that have been allowed to flourish in the age of the online music cloud, few have risen to greater prominence than future sounds, better known to most as beats culture. An ...

These days, Ice-T‘s résumé reads like a long biblical scroll. He’s one of the original pioneers of gangsta rap via seminal releases like “6 in the Mornin,‘” one of the greatest hip-hop songs of all ...

While the District is mostly known for its go-go rhythms and bounce beats, hip hop electronica beat maker and recent transplant Jerztheproducer is aiming to put his own stamp on the city. “D.C. is a ...

A quarter century of Electronic Beats—now that’s a milestone worth celebrating. Over the years, we’ve championed the latest trends and spotlighted the most elusive artists. For our anniversary, we’re ...

It’s “Black Music Month!” And while it may not sound okay to some folks to call music ‘Black’ or ‘White’ or ‘in-between,’ there are definitely historical and cultural roots to today’s beloved music ...

Perennially digging two feet deeper than superficial trends can earn an artist legendary underground status. Unfortunately, it may also cause the world to lose musicians beneath the mantles of fashion ...

Discover the essential music instruments for creating captivating Hip Hop beats. Explore drum machines, synthesizers, and samplers, and learn valuable tips for choosing the right instrument to achieve ...