20 years ago, Houston rap took over the world. These albums made 2005 a cultural moment for the city

Mike Jones a local underground rapper signs autographs while promoting his first CD at the Music Depot store in Greenspoint ...

Bun B says music from older rappers is needed now more than ever

Bun B of the legendary duo UGK says music from more seasoned rappers is needed more than ever, as there's a musical "void" ...

Pimping ain't easy in the music of Super Fly and The Mack

The soundtracks to two Blaxploitation classics, Super Fly and The Mack, stood alone from their films and influenced decades ...
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Jordan Peele’s ‘High Horse: The Black Cowboy’ doc sheds light on an erased part of history

Discover the untold story of the Black cowboy in the new docuseries 'High Horse: The Black Cowboy,' exploring their history and erasure in American culture.

21st annual Trill's the Season concert and toy drive maintains its street-level Houston vibe

Once the sleigh and the reindeer finish on Christmas Eve, a triller brand of present delivery hits the Houston streets in a ...

Famous Albums That Were Released in December

Of the hundreds of albums that have been released in December, here are some of the most notable, including Beyonce's ...
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How I aged gracefully in hip-hop

Going from being fixated on good green and syrup to obsessed with rooting for my granddaughter at her cheerleading competitions.
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Song of the Day

Podcasts Music Commentary Song of the Day From MPR News Music lovers from 89.3 The Current comb through mountains of music to choose the best new, independent, and unreleased songs to share with you ...