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HOT FIVE AT 5: Featuring Jay-Z
Plus new cuts from Young Jeezy, Sammie feat. Cassidy, Amerie, and Big Sean feat. Kanye West
THE BEST RAPPER EVER: Round Three Begins
Lil Wayne barely made the cut of 32, Jay-Z and Kanye West face off
Young Jeezy: The Voice of the People
Mr. 17.5 on his brand new album and the classic he already has under his belt
Cam'Ron: Family Guy
Cam disappeared for nearly two years. Now that he’s back, will hip hop embrace Harlem’s prodigal son?
Danyel Smith on the June/July '09 Issue
VIBE's Editor-in-Chief breaks down what real rap really is in her editor's letter for the latest issue
Vixen Diaries: Terricka
Candy Girls’ veteran vixen dishes on Superhead, Lil Wayne and being nervous to touch Jay-Z.
J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League Lays Down the Law for Rick Ross
How the production team pushed Deeper Than Rap even further
Cam'Ron: Still the Reason
Don't know why heads are making such a big deal over Cam's comeback? Listen up!
Rick Ross: Original vs. The Sequel
On the heels of "Maybach Music 2" leaking, VIBE puts five tracks against their sequels and declares a winner
Put A Ring On It
Jay-Z and Beyonce celebrated their first wedding anniversary on Saturday. But they aren’t the only couple with something to celebrate. Take a look.
Mavado: The Real McKoy
Read Rob Kenner's in-depth profile of the Jamaican legend and hear his podcast
What Had Happened Was: Charli Baltimore
The Commission’s female presence talks about the rap supergroup that never was
Dame Dash: Streets Is Talking
Despite a public split with Jay-Z, alleged money troubles and now a pending divorce, Damon Dash has never lost his cool.
VIBE’s 2008 Merit Awards from The Society of Publication Designers
VIBE magazine has been selected among the winners representing the best design in 2008 by The Society of Publication Designers (SPD).
The Real Grammy Family: M.I.A, Weezy, Tip, Hova and Yeezy
The one performance everyone is talking about
"My President (Remix)" - Jay-Z
The 'hood's Barack gets on Young Jeezy's "My President..." and spits a brand new verse for our brand new Prez
The Party Capitol
VIBE is twittering live from the madness going on for the 2009 Presidential Inauguration
The Best Songs in '08: The Final Hot 16
The number one (and two) spot might be a stunna to some in our final installment of the 80 best Songs in 08
Jay-Z: "Brooklyn Go Hard" (feat. Santogold)
A new hometown anthem, produced by little brother, Kanye West
Jay-Z: "History"
Check out the crystal clear version of Jay's latest track from his upcoming, Blueprint 3
Fat Joe Responds to Rumored Jay-Z Diss
Right now, this is the way everybody should be responding to rumors of beef
The 50th Law: Strategy Expert Robert Greene and the Hustler's Mind
The 48 Laws of Power author on his 'hood classic and his next collaboration with 50 Cent
Fans Named Eminem "Best Rapper Alive"
Fan Votes Give Eminem Victory Over Jay-Z as the People’s Choice for Best Rapper in the Game
The Best Rapper Alive Is...
Over 920,000 votes later, VIBE announces the winner of it's first annual Best Rapper Alive tournament
Raphael Saadiq feat. Jay-Z: "Oh Girl" (Remix)
To be featured on Saadiq's upcoming album, The Way I See It
T.I. feat. Kanye West, Lil Wayne and Jay-Z: "Swagger Like Us"
This is what insiders call an "event record"
It's Ludacris Over Lil Wayne in VIBE's Best Rapper Alive Tourney
The Game upsets Andre 3000, final four is now set
Joss Stone Recording Barack Obama's Campaign Theme
Sources say Jay-Z and Alicia Keys are also writing songs
Jay-Z: Jockin' Jay-Z (Dope Boy Fresh)
The first track from Jay's upcoming The Blueprint III, produced by Kanye West
Eminem Versus Nas in VIBE Best Rapper Alive Tourney
Jay-Z versus Kanye West and other exciting match ups in tourney's elite eight
Vibe Covers 2006
Vibe Cover pictures for 2006 featuring Nas, Jay-Z, Chris Brown, Allen Iverson, Lil Wayne, T.I., Busta Rhymes, Big Boi and Andre 3000 (Outkast) , Keyshia Cole, Janet Jackson, Bobby Brown, Sean Combs (P. Diddy) (Puffy), Eminem, 50 Cent and more.
VIBE's 15th Anniversary JUICE Issue Editor's Letter
Editor-In-Chief Danyel Smith on our September 2008 issue, featuring Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter
The VIBE JUICE Covers Featuring Jay-Z
UPDATE: Listen to Jay-Z talk with Elliot Wilson about his VIBE cover story
Vibe Covers 2004
Vibe Cover pictures for 2004 featuring Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Young Buck, Lloyd Banks, G-Unit, Alicia Keys, Ja Rule, Usher, R Kelly, Brandy, P Diddy (Puffy), Shyne, Mase, Nelly, Ashanti and more.
Vibe Covers 2003
Vibe Cover pictures for 2003 featuring Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, Method Man, Redman, Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Eve, Bow Wow, 50 Cent, Nas, Jennifer Lopez (J Lo), Ludacris, Biggie, Tupac, Dr Dre, R Kelly, Mary J Blige, P Diddy (Puffy), Timberland, Missy Elliot, Nelly, TLC, Master P, Outkast, Andre 3000, Big Boi and Sean Paul and more.
VIBE's Best Rapper Alive Gets More Intense
50 Cent versus Nas; Ludacris against T.I.; Snoop goes up against the Game; Lupe and Kanye square off in battle's sweet sixteen
VIBE Presents "The Best Rapper Alive" Competition
VIBE readers will be given the opportunity to decide who's the best rapper in the game.
Vibe Covers 2000
Vibe Cover pictures for 2000 featuring Sean Combs(Puffy), Nas, Eve, Sisqo, Q-Tip, D'Angelo, Juvenile, Lil Kim, Busta Rhymes, Eminem, Dr Dre, LL Cool J, R. Kelly, Jay-Z and more.
Since I Got Famous...Rick Ross
Lawman or hustler? Doesnt' matter, Rick Ross is famous and his life is different.
Diddy Beats Out Jim Jones for VIBE's Best Rapper Alive Play-In Battle
Puff narrowly beats out the Capo by 79 votes.
Vibe Covers 1999
Vibe Cover pictures for 1999 featuring Foxy Brown, Dru Hill, Mya, Silkk the Shocker, Master P, Jay-Z, TLC, Mase, Jennifer Lopez, Tupac, Tupac Shakur, Notorious BIG, Mary J. Blige, Sean Combs, Puffy, Chris Rock and more.
Jay-Z Live from Glastonbury Festival 2008
Check out footage from Jay-Z's controversial and historical performance at the Glastonbury Festival
Over 'A Milli' Remixes
Bangladesh, the producer of every rapper's favorite beat, talks about the best and worst remixes
Dame Dash and Rachel Roy Extend Clothing Venture
Rachel Roy line teams up with Jones Apparel Group for $4 billion joint venture
Forbes Names Oprah First, Tiger Second Most Powerful Celebrity
Beyonce´ ranked fourth, Jay-Z ranked seventh
Marcus Reeves Can't Hear You
Long time VIBE contributor, Reeves, talks about his new book, Somebody Scream
Usher feat. Jay-Z: "Best Thing"
Jay-Z does his homie Usher a solid with this brand new track from Here I Stand
Representing for the New Jersey Nets: Jay-Z
Mike Jordan of recording to attend NBA Draft Lottery on behalf of team.
Jay-Z Blows Whistle on DeShawn Stevenson
Records scathing diss record on behalf of friend LeBron James
Jay-Z and Mary J. Blige @ Philips Arena, Atlanta, GA
VIBE has your ticket to an exclusive look at the King of Rap and Queen of R&B performance in Atlanta, Georgia.
The 50th Annual Grammy Awards
Check out all the highlights of the 50th Annual Grammy Awards with some of your favorite celebs like Jay-Z, Chris Brown, Alicia Keys, The Dream, Usher, Babyface and more!
Hood Holidays: Memphis Bleek
Down and out on Xmas: rappers share their holiday memories and reflect on 2007. This edition: Roc champ Memph Bleek talks growing up in Marcy, his forthcoming album, and why American Gangster made his year.
VIBE's Tabloid Issue: 2007, The Year in Drama! Starring Kanye, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Rihanna, T.I. and More
Get an early look at our January 2008 issue, featuring every beef, drama, romance, and mega-shocker that rocked your world and broke your heart in 2007. On select newsstands now!
Too Short: "Pimp C Was My Boy."
Too Short, who performed with Pimp C in Los Angeles just days before the UGK rapper's untimely passing, speaks with VIBE about his longtime friend.
Grammy Family: Kanye West Leads Nominations
50th Annual Awards announced; Timbaland, Jay-Z, T-Pain and Amy Winehouse each receive five or more nominations.
Ghostface Killah, "Big Doe Rehab" Review
Ghost's day-old ziti is far more succulent than most tinfoil trash - and there are handfuls of gourmet here. But for an album by the Wu's most unpredictable force, Big Doe Rehab is surprisingly obvious.
Kingdom Come
On the cusp of UGK's last album, Underground Kingz, CHRIS RYAN met with the Houston hip hop powerhouses. From VIBE's February 2007 issue. RIP Pimp C.
The Passion of Kirk
He’s rich, loves God, and doesn’t care what people think. Kirk Franklin, VIBE’s favorite gospel star opens up about hating his parents, the trials of Prophet Juanita Bynum, and his choice to no longer work with secular artists.
Book Review: Junot Diaz's Latest Dope Masterpiece
In his novel The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, Diaz breaks it down with a flow to give Jigga sleepless nights.
Jay-Z on Charlie Rose Tomorrow: Watch a Clip Here
Hov talks retirement and racism with the talk show host on the night of Friday, November 9.
AMERICAN GANGSTER WEEK: Dame Dash Spills on Nicky Barnes, Snitches, and Jay-Z
VIBE.com leads up to the release of American Gangster with a bevy of g-related ish. Up next: Damon Dash, producer of Nicky Barnes documentary Mr. Untouchable, talks Barnes, snitching, and Jay-Z's American Gangster. Websclusive!
Jay-Z Film Details Emerge
VIBE websclusive: new details about the film accompanying Jay-Z's American Gangster album, based on the Ridley Scott film of the same name.
Styles P: I'm Back...
As rumors fly of Jadakiss signing to Def Jam, VIBE.com visits the video shoot for Styles P's "Blow My Mind," where he talks Lox, Swizz Beats, and J-Hood.
Weezy F. Baby: Uncut
Lil Wayne speaks on Jay-Z, 50 Cent, the hip hop cops and Trey Songz! Online-only excerpts from our November 2007 cover story - on stands NOW.
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