10 Things I Learned at MATI 2025: St. Louis’ Music Festival Expands into a Citywide Celebration

By Kim SoMajor  Since its earlier years, Music at the Intersection (MATI) has consistently blended legends…

Happy 55th Birthday To Production Pioneer Pete Rock!

Today, we celebrate the 55th birthday of Pete Rock, one of Hip Hop’s most revered sonic…

Today In Hip-Hop History: Pete Rock Released His Second Solo Album ‘Petestrumentals’ 24 Years Ago

On May 1, 2001, legendary producer Pete Rock delivered his second solo album, PeteStrumentals — a…

Today in Hip Hop History: Nas Released His Iconic ‘Illmatic’ Album 31 Years Ago

Thirty-one years ago today, Nasir Jones—better known as Nas—dropped his groundbreaking debut album Illmatic, forever changing…

Today in Hip Hop History: Nas’ Iconic ‘Illmatic’ Album Was Certified Gold 31 Years Ago

31 years ago today, Nas’ debut LP, Illmatic, was certified gold by the RIAA. Released by…

Common and Pete Rock Drop New Video for “When The Sun Shines Again” Featuring Bilal and Posdnuos

Common and Pete Rock have released the visually stunning new video for their song “When The…

Common and Pete Rock to Celebrate ‘The Auditorium Vol. 1’ Vinyl & CD Release with Fans in NYC

Yesterday, hip-hop icons Common and Pete Rock delighted fans at Rough Trade Records in NYC, signing…

Common and Pete Rock Release Heartfelt “Dreamin'” Video Ahead of ‘The Auditorium Tour’

Hip-hop legends Common and Pete Rock released the highly anticipated music video for their song “Dreamin’.”…

Common and Pete Rock Drop New Video “Fortunate,” + Announce Tour Dates

Fresh off their album release week, where The Auditorium, Vol. 1 debuted at #3 on the Rap Album…

Common and Pete Rock Announce The Auditorium Tour

On the heels of their album release, Common and Pete Rock have announced The Auditorium Tour,…