LL Cool J

Bad Boy Gone Good: LL Cool J’s 'Mr. Smith' at 25

With 'Mr. Smith,' life and time rewarded a rapper with arguably the greatest pop instincts of all time.

Sep 16, 2021 • Jeff Weiss

The Pick of the Litter: “4, 3, 2, 1”

Our DMX tribute series kicks off with Nitish Pahwa's examination of an iconic posse cut and DMX's style that would eventually hold the rap world by the…

Apr 12, 2021 • Nitish Pahwa

The Weirdest Rap Collaborations Of All-Time

Joel Biswas swims through the abyss of '90s/early 2000s rap-rock to track down the best (and worst) of the genre.

Jan 16, 2018 • Joel Biswas

Breaking Down the Doors: The Rap Artists Most Likely to Join the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Nitish Pahwa looks at some of the rappers and rap groups most likely to make the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Nov 8, 2016 • Nitish Pahwa

Spring Mix - Has-Lo

Has-Lo is hordeable, sportable, and totally affordable Spring is my favorite time of year.

May 28, 2014 • Jeff Weiss

Wanted: L.L. Cool for Killing "Ratchet" (2004-2012)

Max Bell is LL Cool J's grandson.

Oct 8, 2012 • Max Bell

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