Ten of the top battle rappers went head-to-head in Ultimate Rap League’s Kings vs. Queens 4, going down to the wire until the final clash. The fourth installment of URL’s marquee franchise Kings vs.

Skepta challenged American rappers to a battle to settle the UK vs. US Hip-Hop rivalry and laid out a full lineup of potential clashes. Skepta threw down the gauntlet on Thursday (July 3) with a ...

Explore the rich history of battle rap and the birth of the Ultimate Rap League (URL). Explore the rich history of battle rap and the birth of the Ultimate Rap League (URL). Smack White, the founder ...

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JAY-Z is sharing his perspective on the impact of rap battles following the high-profile clash between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. In an interview with GQ, JAY-Z reflected on hip-hop’s traditional ...