The quarterback (QB) is a position in gridiron football who are members of the offensive side of the ball and mostly line up directly behind the offensive line. In modern American football, the quarterback is usually considered the leader of... See More

While no release date has been confirmed for Mixtape Pluto, the rapper’s Freebandz website says it is “bout to drop” and directs fans to pre-save the project on their preferred streaming platform. The accompanying video captures Future’s famously hedonistic lifestyle, showing him... See More

Core Elements of Hip-Hop Defined by the pioneers of the culture, these four pillars are foundational: MCing (Rapping) The vocal and lyrical aspect of hip-hop. Involves storytelling, freestyling, and delivering rhymes over beats. DJing (Turntablism) The art of manipulating sounds and music using turntables and a... See More

Philosophy and Values Expression of Identity A means of asserting individuality and cultural pride. Unity and Community Encouraging collective growth and solidarity. Innovation and Creativity Constantly pushing boundaries in art, music, and performance.

Extended Elements of Hip-Hop Culture Beatboxing Vocal percussion that mimics drum machines and other sounds. Often used in freestyle battles or live performances. Fashion Iconic styles include baggy clothes, sneakers, gold chains, tracksuits, bucket hats, and more. Modern hip-hop fashion incorporates luxury brands and streetwear. Music Production Involves... See More