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Behind the Beat: How Kendrick Lamar’s “DUCKWORTH.” Became 9th Wonder’s “Magnum Opus”

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Behind the Beat: How “DR. BIRDS” Cemented the Impact of Griselda & Daringer on Hip-Hop

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Behind the Beat: How Souls of Mischief Created a Sonic Safe Space With “93 'til Infinity”

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Behind the Beat: How Six Figga Digga Made 50 Cent’s Most Emotive Song, “Many Men”

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Behind the Beat: How Heatmakerz & the Diplomats Reenergized “Gangsta Music” on “Dipset Anthem”

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Behind the Beat: EZ Elpee on How Capone-N-Noreaga’s “Bloody Money” Sent a Chill Through Hip-Hop 

Behind the Beat: EZ Elpee on How Capone-N-Noreaga’s “Bloody Money” Sent a Chill Through Hip-Hop 

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Behind The Beat: How Mos Def & Diamond D Created "Hip Hop," the Epicenter of 'Black On Both Sides'

Behind The Beat: How Mos Def & Diamond D Created "Hip Hop," the Epicenter of 'Black On Both Sides'

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Behind the Beat: JoogSZN on Why Drakeo the Ruler is One of the LA Greats

Behind the Beat: JoogSZN on Why Drakeo the Ruler is One of the LA Greats

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Behind the Beat: Salih Williams on How Mike Jones' "Still Tippin'" Elevated Houston Rap 

Behind the Beat: Salih Williams on How Mike Jones' "Still Tippin'" Elevated Houston Rap 

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