Hip-Hop

Future and Metro Boomin Coming to Denver This Summer

Future and Metro Boomin Coming to Denver This Summer

Missy Elliott Announces Ball Arena Show This Summer

Missy Elliott Announces Ball Arena Show This Summer

The Inaugural Hip-Hop Summit Brings the Culture Together in Denver This Weekend

By Emily Ferguson
Mar 19, 2024

The one-day showcase will have DJs, a cypher open mic, breakdancing from Bboy, live painting and photographs of graffiti in Denver and New York.
The Fifty Best Rap Lyrics of All Time

By Noah Hubbell and Westword Staff
Mar 7, 2024

From Nas and Eminem to Biggie and Tupac, these lyrics are classics.
Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon and RZA "Linx" Up With the Colorado Symphony

By Cleo Mirza
Feb 14, 2024

We spoke with Wu-Tang Clan's Raekwon before he joins forces with RZA and the Colorado Symphony to perform his classic album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx....
Wolf Wednesdays Amp Up the Denver Hip-Hop Scene

By Julianna O'Clair
Feb 7, 2024

"When it came to real hip-hop and R&B culture, there were no open mics that primarily cater to that in our city."
Ten Things to Do for Black History Month In and Around Denver

By Toni Tresca
Feb 6, 2024

Black History Month is back, with events ranging from music to movies and more.
Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion's Beef, Explained

By Emily Ferguson
Jan 30, 2024

Nicki Minaj released "Big Foot" in response to Megan Thee Stallion's track "HISS," and the Internet was set ablaze.
The Making of Denver Legends, the City's Newest Hip-Hop Collective

By Julianna O'Clair
Jan 9, 2024

These six talented MCs learn, create and thrive together.
Denver Rapper Schama Noel's Track "Sugar Mom" Goes Viral

By Julianna O'Clair
Dec 19, 2023

"I'll make the most obnoxious song I can, and I'm sure something will happen."
This Debut Rap Album Is All About Ayahuasca and Includes an Immersive Experience

By Toni Tresca
Dec 1, 2023

"It was the highest highs, the lowest lows and the weirdest weirds."
Did You Ever Believe Him?

By Thomas Mitchell
Nov 20, 2023

Not only is Snoop the stoner of all stoners, he's also very much for sale.
Album Review: Denver Rapper Examines Historic Figures on Depressed Joy

By Julianna O'Clair
Nov 15, 2023

"The whole thing is about surrendering and finding space, because we live in this society where we're not encouraged to reflect. We're not encouraged to make art."
Lauryn Hill Brought Her Anniversary Tour to Ball Arena: Photos and Five Takeaways

By Julianna O'Clair
Nov 3, 2023

Yes, she was late to the stage. But if you stayed, it was worth it.
Former Nuggets DJ, Local Hip-Hop Artists Celebrate Basketball Team With Free Mixtape

By Justin Criado
Oct 31, 2023

The mixtape, Western Conference II, celebrates the Nuggets' first NBA championship.
The Elite Process Behind Tech N9ne's Success

By Justin Criado
Oct 20, 2023

Tech N9ne discusses his somber but special connection to Denver ahead of his concert at the Fillmore this weekend with Hollywood Undead.
After SXSW, Rapper KNDRX Is Thinking Big

By Emily Ferguson
Sep 11, 2023

The Denver producer, rapper, DJ and MC has made "a fantasy factory for musicians."
Celebrate the Fiftieth Anniversary of Hip-Hop With Theyshootn's Banshee House Exhibition

By Aubrey Cox
Aug 10, 2023

This hip-hop extravaganza showcases photographs from Theyshootn' artists, breakdancers, tattoo artists offering custom designs, live painting and music.
Art by Aesop Rock and Other Famed Hip-Hop Artists Comes to Bitfactory

By Julianna O'Clair
Aug 1, 2023

The exhibit will be followed by a hip-hop concert at Herman's Hideaway with Blu, Sandman, Deca, Quelle Chris, Kid Acne and Isaac Sawyer.
Nine-Year-Old Rapper London Monroe Releases New Single With Dad, Marcus Smith

By Aubrey Cox
Jul 31, 2023

With a new single and music video out, a children’s book on the shelves and more in the works, the sky is the limit for London Monroe.
Ason Yugen Pays Homage to Hip-Hop's Roots on The Wolf & The Social Club

By Cleo Mirza
Jul 27, 2023

Denver hip-hop artist Ason Yugen explores the idea of social media as an alternate universe on his debut album, The Wolf & The Social Club.
The Drop 104.7 Celebrates Women in Hip-Hop and R&B at Third Annual Block Party

By Julianna O'Clair
Jun 6, 2023

This all-women lineup of hip-hop and R&B artists at Levitt Pavilion includes SWV and Muni Long!