As director of the first hip-hop movie, “Wild Style,” Charlie Ahearn needed a fresh way to brand his indie film to appeal to a world that wasn’t yet hip to the cultural movement, born in the ...

During his time as a public figure, Barack Obama has always been used as a symbol by hip-hop lyricists. In his first presidential campaign and the earliest days of his presidency, Obama was ...

Trump was once a popular symbol in hip-hop, used to represent wealth and power. But his hip-hop clout has plummeted since 2016, and artists have let him know. Aug. 8, 2023, 1:52 PM EDT.

Kangol has left an indelible mark on hip-hop culture, from the heart of the Bronx to the global stages. This iconic headwear brand transcended its functional purpose to become a symbol of urban ...

The crown ring remains a potent symbol of Tupac’s legacy and influence in the hip-hop world. While it’s unlikely that Drake will relinquish the ring, the ongoing debate underscores the deep ...

Dapper Dan's logo mania was part of a growing movement that turned Hip Hop style into a multibillion-dollar industry. "By the time you got to the '90s and Hip Hop music becoming mainstream.

They turned into hip-hop staples still used by artists today. 50 years of hip-hop Grandmaster Flash helped create the genre in 1973, paving the way for it to become mainstream as other artists ...