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theGRIO REPORT – Whether you are just a casual listener of hip-hop or a die hard fan, be prepared to see more of this trend of re-branding retro rappers…
theGRIO REPORT – With the buzz surrounding openly gay rap duo, The Freaky Boiz, old school hip hop heads may have to make some room…
VIDEO – As Burger King rolls out its new and improved health-conscious menu, they’ve tapped singer Mary J. Blige to star in their latest commercial…
OPINION – Now that the highly anticipated sequel to the cult 2004 hit ‘Anchorman’ has been announced, it seems to be a worthy moment to look at how Will Ferrell has the most referenced comedian in hip-hop right now…
theGRIO REPORT – Via his Twitter account, Chuck D suggested that Florida-based rapper Rick Ross make a song in honor of Trayvon…
theGRIO REPORT – In honor of the 15th anniversary of Biggie’s death, DJ Rob Dinero released his mash up tribute album, ‘Watching Over The Throne’…
theGRIO Q&A – Robin Thicke briefly spoke with theGrio about why he chose to cover ‘Shoop’ in honor of Whitney Houston and what advice he would give to Houston’s daughter Bobbi Kristina in her time of loss…
theGRIO REPORT – Its been 11 years since Aaliyah passed away, but now it appears that fans will finally get to hear some some new music from the songstress…
theGRIO REPORT – According to their Twitter accounts, model and ‘Master of the Mix’ host Amber Rose and her boyfriend, rapper Wiz Khalifa are officially engaged.
theGRIO Q&A – Superstar singer-songwriter Ne-Yo is best known for crafting catchy R&B hits, but he’s also incredibly passionate about education..
theGRIO Q&A – It’s been four years since British R&B singer Estelle dropped her U.S. debut ‘Shine’. Today, she’s releasing her second album ‘All Of Me’…
theGRIO Q&A – Birdman sat down with theGrio to talk about his new book company, Cash Money’s legacy in music, and the importance of education when building a brand…
theGRIO Q&A – Cleveland rapper Chip Tha Ripper is juggling fatherhood, a promising career and his newest project ‘Tell Ya Friends’…
SLIDESHOW – While Muhammad Ali’s fight career, and political activism is legendary, Ali’s skills behind the microphone were unparalleled…
VIDEO – In this archival footage, President Ronald Reagan raises questions about whether or not Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was a Communist sympathizer…
VIDEO – This Thursday, theGrio’s Political Editor Perry Bacon Jr. appeared on Rev. Sharpton’s ‘Politics Nation’ to discuss the president’s platform for the 2012 election…
VIDEO – In this archival footage you’ll get to see Martin Luther King Jr. and civil rights activist Roy Wilkins on NBC’s ‘Meet The Press’ discussing the historic 1963 March on Washington…
From Jay-Z's 'Glory' to Stevie Wonder's 'Isn't She Lovely': Tribute songs from parents to their kids
SLIDESHOW – Check out some of theGrio’s favorite tribute songs from a parent to their kids…
theGRIO REPORT – Referring to Drake as Canada Dry, sweet, and as the “rapper of the moment”, Common takes it one step further by sampling Destiny Child’s “Say My Name” to add insult to injury…