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Can Rappers Grow Old In Peace? Why Ageism Is a Neverending Debate in Hip-Hop

BET’s essay series, Uncomfortable Conversations, dives into the ongoing, difficult topics that have dominated and plagued hip-hop for decades. Here, we tackle stereotypes around ageism as we advance the culture.
09/26/2023

Melle Mel Apologizes to Eminem Over Diss Track

The hip-hop pioneer says his execution “fell short.”
08/14/2023

Duke Bootee, Writer And Producer Of ‘The Message,’’ Dies At 69

He was best known for his work with Melle Mel.
01/31/2021

Melle Mel On Jay Z: 'He's a White Guy'

Shots fired.
03/05/2017

Ken Griffey Jr. Recreates Rookie Card in Macklemore's 'Downtown' Video

Baseball legend presses rewind to 1989.
08/28/2015

Melle Mel Disses Grandmaster Flash

Mel says he's on a "public campaign" against onetime friend.
05/21/2015

Ice-T Announces Art of Rap Music Festival

Afrika Bambaataa, Warren G, EPMD and more billed for event.
04/20/2015