Crumpton is a music, pop culture, and politics writer from Dallas. Cassie Ventura is not the first survivor of hip-hop’s abuse. Unfortunately, she will not be the last. In the months since Ventura ...

Critics point out the apparent hypocrisy of a pro-Black rapper like Kendrick Lamar headlining the Super Bowl half time show, since the NFL isn't exactly an institution that's known for its support of ...

In November 2024, JAY B released his first full-length solo album, Archive 1: [Road Runner], led by the hit single “Crash,” which topped iTunes charts in multiple countries. The TAPE: RELOAD tour will ...