Argentine rapper @Trueno first got his start in underground freestyle battles. Today, he is the most nominated rapper at this ...

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The trio of YG, Mozzy and Jay Rock is a potent reminder of the West Coast's resurgence over the past year and change.

For many rappers it’s been a way to earn instant street cred as they come up with rhymes delivered on the spot, often in complex word battles with other lyricists. Now a new documentary filled with a ...

Bay Area representative Symba said his freestyles would never have gone viral if not for battle rappers like Tsu Surf, Murda Mook and DNA. Battle rap fan Symba said he would never have received viral ...

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A founding member of the Los Angeles hip-hop group, Mtulazaji “P.E.A.C.E.” Davis was a natural freestyler who helped further ...

Explore the wildest Hip Hop Guinness World Records, from Eminem’s lyrical speed to Cardi B’s drone drop. See the full list ...

Rapper Posta Boy, known from BET’s 106 & Park “Freestyle Friday,” has reportedly died, fellow artist Mickey Factz confirmed. He had been battling cancer.