Hip-hop has evolved each year since its birth, not only lyrically, but sonically. Here are the best hip-hop producers, from the genre's beginnings to today.
Shawn SetaroDJ Premier
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After nearly three decades of false starts, Nas and DJ Premier finally deliver their long-mythologized joint album. Here are our first impressions.
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A grand anniversary calls for a #grandencounter, and DJ Premier has a grand ol’ (hip-hop) story to tell.
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Complex's best music of the week includes songs from Joey Badass, Latto, Steve Lacy, Sheff G, DJ Premier, Coir Leray, 2KBaby, Maxo Kream, and more.
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Queen Latifah Reacts to Surprise Flowers From Nas and DJ Premier: 'That's a Whole Different Thing'
"Was not expecting this."
Trey Alston28 days ago
Nas Drops New Project Collecting His 2025 Feature Verses and Commentary on the Collabs
The album consists of his guest verses across the 'Legend Has It...' album series.
Joe Price142 days ago
Jill Scott Announces First Album in 10 Years: 'To Whom This May Concern'
Ahead of the album, the Grammy-winning singer has released the lead single, 'Beautiful People.'
Alex Gonzalez212 days ago
DJ Premier Shares Release Date for Long-Awaited Album With Nas
The project comes almost two decades after their famous joint 'Scratch' magazine cover.
Mark Elibert253 days ago
DJ Premier, The Alchemist and More React to News of D'Angelo's Death
The pioneering neo-soul musician reportedly died after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Jaelani Turner-Williams292 days ago
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R&B and Neo-Soul Legend D'Angelo Dead at 51 After 'Courageous' Cancer Battle
"Gonna miss you so much," DJ Premier wrote in tribute.
Trace William Cowen292 days ago
Diane Martel, Pioneering Music Video Director for Mariah Carey, Method Man and More, Dead at 63
Martel’s work spanned genres and generations, directing videos for some of the biggest names.
Will Lavin317 days ago
Mass Appeal Teases Albums From Nas and DJ Premier, Mobb Deep, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and More
The label has a new series titled 'Legend Has It...' that celebrates and spotlights some of the most influential artists of all time.
Mark Elibert473 days ago
Madlib Loses Home, ‘Decades of Music’ in L.A. Wildfires
DJ Premier and Flying Lotus are among the legends rallying behind Madlib amid his devastating loss.
tara mahadevan566 days ago
Lil Wayne Drops Second Guest Verse of Week on DJ Premier's "Ya Don't Stop"
Weezy's appearance follows his feature on Cordae's new single, "Saturday Mornings."
Brad Callas736 days ago
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Nas and DJ Premier Team on New Single “Define My Name” to Celebrate ‘Illmatic’ Anniversary
The dynamic duo have an album coming this year.
Brad Callas835 days ago
DJ Premier, Jermaine Dupri, Da Brat, and More Share Their Condolences to Boss Who Passed Away
The Detroit native was the first woman to sign to Def Jam.
tara mahadevan873 days ago
Pioneering Hip-Hop Producer DJ Mark the 45 King Reportedly Dead at 62
He was known for producing hits like Jay-Z's "Hard Knock Life," Eminem's "Stan," and "900 Number."
Joe Price1018 days ago
Ab-Soul Returns With New Album 'Herbert' f/ Big Sean, Joey Badass, SiR, and More
Ab-Soul has dropped his first project in six years, the new album 'Herbert' featuring Big Sean, Jhené Aiko, plenty of TDE's roster, and more.
taramhdvn1325 days ago
DJ Premier Recalls Time Dr. Dre Stopped 50 Cent From Collaborating With Him: 'You Still Owe Me That Track'
DJ Premier recalled the story of how he wanted his first single off an upcoming compilation album to feature 50 Cent, but said Dr. Dre shut it down.
Jose Martinez1475 days ago
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