Complex

The 50 Best R&B Songs That Flipped Rap Beats

In the mid-1980s, Ron G. became the master of the blend tape. By putting together R&B and hip-hop instrumentals, he and a DJ named Hot Day (whose "Hot Day Master Mix" married New Edition to Public ...
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Explore the History of the Hip-Hop Remix and What It Really Means Today

SpotemGottem’s trap banger “BeatBox” inspired countless rappers to hop on the hard-hitting beat and drop their own version of the song last year. But what does a remix really mean these days? Explore ...
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Here Are the Most Remixed Hip-Hop Songs of the Last Decade

When a rap song is taking off regionally or worldwide, other artists take notice. Fellow rappers give props to the creator of the track, use the song as a soundtrack to their posts on social media or ...
AllHipHop

Bring That Beat Back (The Public Enemy Remix Project)

Artist: Public EnemyTitle: Bring That Beat Back (The Public Enemy Remix Project)Rating: 2 1/2 StarsReviewed by: Matt Caputo With Flavor Flav’s successful resurgence via sleazy hoes, the good people at ...
Complex

The Hardest Rap Beats of All Time

Released just before The Chronic paved the way for a more laid-back sound for West Coast gangstas, “Wicked” was Ice Cube’s first single after the L.A. riots, as well as his first Billboard Hot 100 ...
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Dr. Dre’s “Still D.R.E.” Tops Spotify’s 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Beats Of All Time List

Check out the full playlist from the music streaming industry leader. Spotify kicks off its celebration of Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary by presenting a ranking of the 50 Greatest Hip-Hop Beats of All ...