Pop Smoke

Rap & Death

Anywhere, anytime, anyplace, bullets are flying at rappers. Yoh Phillips details the cultural interest for lawless songs and the painful past 48 months.

Apr 19, 2021 • Yoh Phillips

For the Skies: On Pop Smoke's Posthumous Album

Most posthumous albums are simply craven cash grabs. Is the dearly departed New York star's latest resigned to the same fate? Kevin Yeung investigates.

Oct 1, 2020 • Kevin Yeung

The Rap-Up: Week of February 24, 2020

The Rap-Up returns with a Lil Tjay tribute to Pop Smoke and more.

Feb 24, 2020 • Mano Sundaresan

R.I.P. Pop Smoke (1999-2020)

Harley Geffner offers a few words on the career and tragic demise of the 20-year-old New York rap star.

Feb 20, 2020 • Harley Geffner

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