Dumbfoundead’s battle rap memoir ‘Spit’ is a K-town story of ciphers and survival

Battle rapper Dumbfoundead's memoir 'Spit' documents his rise from age 14 through the L.A. hip-hop underground, capturing the ...
AllHipHop

70-Year-Old Grandmother Battles 33-Year-Old Rapper In Viral Showdown

Joy France shocked battle rap fans by facing a younger U.S. rapper at 70, proving age was no barrier to bars, respect and hip-hop culture. Battle rap just got a whole lot more interesting. A ...
The Source Magazine

From the Ring to the Charts: Battle Rap Icon Shotgun Suge Goes Viral with “Me Personally”

For years, Shotgun Suge has been a name synonymous with dominance in the Ultimate Rap League (URL). Known for his “pocket tap” signature and a presence that can rattle the most seasoned opponents, the ...
The Source Magazine

Battle Rap Community Mourns: Queen of the Ring Pioneer Krissy Yamagucci Passes Away at 35

Hailing from St. Nicholas Houses in Harlem, Krissy Yamagucci earned the nickname “Battle Rap’s Beyoncé” for her striking stage presence, confidence, and undeniable star power. She first gained major ...