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Illustration of a Nas with sunglasses and a jacket, under the text "Legend Has It... Feature Presentation."
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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 Price53 days ago
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The Best Hip-Hop Producer Alive, Every Year Since 1979

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 Setaro94 days ago
Jill Scott performs during 2025 Essence Festival of Culture at Caesars Superdome on July 05, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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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 Gonzalez122 days ago
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Nas & DJ Premier’s Long-Awaited Album Is Finally Here. Was it Worth the Wait?

After nearly three decades of false starts, Nas and DJ Premier finally deliver their long-mythologized joint album. Here are our first impressions.

John Kennedy143 days ago
DJ Premier and Nas are pictured. DJ Premier wears a white cap, and Nas wears a black beanie and jacket.
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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 Elibert164 days ago
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ATLANTA, GA - JUNE 14: D'Angelo performs onstage at The Tabernacle on June 14, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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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.

D'Angelo wearing a wide-brimmed hat and scarf sings into a microphone on stage, with a blurred background.
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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.

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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 Lavin227 days ago
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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 Elibert383 days ago
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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 mahadevan476 days ago
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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 Callas647 days ago
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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 mahadevan783 days ago
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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 Price928 days ago
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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.

taramhdvn1236 days ago
Screenshot from DJ Premier's appearance on 'The Breakfast Club.'
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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 Martinez1386 days ago
Best New Music This Week
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The Best New Music This Week: Joey Badass, Steve Lacy, Latto, and More

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.

Jessica Mckinney1389 days ago

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