On May 5, 1998, Rawkus Records released Lyricist Lounge, Volume One, a groundbreaking double-disc compilation that amplified the raw lyricism and creative depth of underground hip-hop at the time.

Established in 1996 by Bryan Brater and Jarret Meyer, Rawkus Records was once the prime outlet for underground Hip-Hop during a time when shiny suits, jewelry and large marketing budgets ran rampant ...

Rawkus Records, the famed hip-hop label that was once home to Mos Def, Talib Kweli and Company Flow, has resurfaced via a long-term distribution agreement with RED Distribution. By Billboard Staff ...

To be an MC — at least in the way expressed above — is an arduous and relentless endeavor. Even if you have the gift of gab as a lyricist, there’s still a discipline necessary to craft the words one ...

Entertainment and record label conglomerate (and home of Cardi B) Warner Music Group is acquiring digital media company Uproxx. The press release reads: UPROXX will continue to be run by current CEO ...

The Hundreds and legendary hip-hop imprint Rawkus Records have joined forces this spring to present a brand new collaborative collection paying homage to the groundbreaking label. Honoring its ...

But…this is where the misinformation / disinformation gets really crazy. A viral conspiracy theory is trying to rewrite the legacy of one of Hip-Hop’s most ...

Key Takeaways • James Murdoch launched hip-hop label Rawkus Records in 1995 before joining his father Rupert's media empire • Rawkus Records signed influential artists like Mos Def, Talib Kweli and ...

A viral conspiracy theory is making waves in the hip-hop world, saying that Rawkus Records may have been secretly funded by the government as part of a cultural experiment. AllHipHop reported that the ...

Rawkus Records Teams Up With The Hundreds for Rare Collection Rawkus Records and The Hundreds join forces for a spring 2018 apparel collection. Jeff Staple Speaks On Reed Space x PacSun Partnership ...

A great portion Rawkus’ success can be attributed to its core of in-house producers. That’s where Cincinnati beatsmith and dj Hi-Tek proved his worth. Providing the soundscape and occasional bars as ...