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Trent Fitzgerald is a New Jersey-based freelance writer who is obsessed with hip-hop and pop culture. When he is not writing for Townsquare Media, he's a dedicated blogger at his personal blog, BeatsandRants.com. You also can follow him on twitter @BeatsandRants.

Rihanna Enlists Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Juicy J + T.I. for ‘Pour It Up’ Remix

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Rihanna grabs four of the top rappers in the game -- Young Jeezy, Rick Ross, Juicy J and T.I. -- for the RIHmix of her sure-fire club banger 'Pour It Up.'

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Kendrick Lamar Joins T.I. Onstage at the BET Music Matters Showcase at SXSW

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There were plenty of surprises at the BET Music Matters Showcase at SXSW in Austin, TX on Thursday (March 14). During T.I.'s headlining set, Kendrick Lamar jumped onstage for a memorable performance of their collaborative tune, 'Memories Back Then,' from Tip's 'Trouble Man: Heavy Is the Head' album.

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10 R&B + Hip-Hop Artists Who Hail From Oakland

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The city of Oakland, Calif., has a rich and diverse music history. During the 1960s, the city developed the funk music scene, which sprouted influential bands like Sly & the Family Stone and Graham Central Station.

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Raphael Saadiq – R&B + Hip-Hop Artists From Oakland

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When it comes to soulful crooning, look no further than Raphael Saadiq. The singer-songwriter has achieved plenty of success both as a solo artist and a group member with Tony! Toni! Toné!

The Oakland artist has four studio albums under his belt, including the 2008 Grammy-nominated album, 'The Way I See It,' and his latest, 'Stone Rollin.'

Now, while most people are familiar with his solo

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