There are only two new music Fridays left in 2024. This week, we get a West Side connection from two California artists, the ...

DJ Akademiks has ignited a contentious discussion about West Coast hip-hop, challenging the region's musical influence.

The producer’s catalog includes hits with multiple West Coast artists. His production credits span works with YG, Tyga and Roddy Ricch, establishing him as a cornerstone of modern LA hip-hop sound.

Snoop Dogg’s smooth flow and laid-back persona made him the face of West Coast Hip Hop in the ’90s. Introduced to the world on Dr. Dre’s The Chronic, Snoop became an instant star with his ...

Thank you to our food partner Chop Shop for sponsoring this event. Based in Chicago’s West Side, Pivot Gang is a hip hop collective of independent rappers with a wide range of styles carefully ...