It’s no secret that the world of rap music has endured more than its fair share of tragedy over the years. Like the psychedelic rockers in the late 60s or the grunge stars in the mid-90s, rap has lost ...

So many wonderful things were a part of the '90s. Blockbuster Video, Aqua Net hairspray, Total Request Live, and yes, of course, all the great music. When I treat a person for phobias or OCD, I ...

Busta Rhymes performs at BottleRock in Napa on Saturday, May 23, 2026. (Madilynne Medina/SFGATE) A pioneer of rapid-fire rap ...

This song, which hit no. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100, is all about the intense amorous feelings brought on by lust, specifically the kind that comes with the warm weather. Taking a look at the music ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Quentin Singer is music journalist who covers rock and heavy music. Between rap, rock, R&B and pop music, the ‘90s saw a number of ...

While 90s hip-hop was largely lyrical and story-driven, today’s scene includes everything from melodic rap (like Drake and Post Malone) to trap music (popularized by artists like Future and Migos).

The Crocodile might’ve waddled a few blocks north, but opposite the old venue at Second Avenue and Blanchard Street, a new music night is taking shape in the heart of Belltown. In the summer of 2024, ...