Kid Capri

Celebrating the life and rhymes of Biggie Smalls

This week, we're celebrating the life of the late, great Christopher Wallace, aka the Notorious B.I.G., who died fifteen years ago this week. One of hip-hop's most important teachers, Biggie Smalls, as he was affectionately known, empowered corner boys everywhere to tell the story of their struggle ... More >>

Day Job: Kevin Kain promoter by night, law school student by day

​Kevin Kain (aka Kevin Henderson) can typically be found posted up in the VIP area of the hottest clubs on any given weekend night, and occasionally a Thursday appearance at Club Vinyl's Reggae on the Roof.

Westword Music Showcase 2005

Club Scout

Quixote's True Blue

The Beatdown

All-Star Weekend put a jewel in Francois Baptiste's production crown.

The Beatdown

Hard work and lots of play make Bedz a very busy DJ.

Club Scout

NBA All-Star Weekend

After the Fall

Now that Mix Master Mike is gone, can hip-hop rise again?

With a Slickness

Rapper Slick Rick is back with a new album and a new tale to tell.

Bumming Around

DJ Chonz is bringing his Radio Bums concept to tape decks and computers near you.

Jammin'

Jam X was a turntablist before turntabling was cool.