XXL celebrates 50 years of hip-hop with this moment: Jan. 16, 2007: Mixtapes have always been instrumental in the growth of hip-hop. Part of that growth is in large part due to DJs. Philadelphia ...

DJ Drama, arguably the most famous mixtape DJ of all time, breaks down the art form's evolution. By Dan Rys Ten years ago this month, a raid on DJ Drama and Don Cannon’s Atlanta studio netted ...

"If they can lock up Drama, nobody's safe. It's over. It's a wrap." In the early 2000s, mixtapes transformed Tyree Simmons into DJ Drama. Mixtapes defined the careers of T.I., Lil Wayne and Jeezy. But ...

Not to be outdone by Chris Brown, Trey Songz and DJ Drama are also in the spirit of releasing music and thus, the To Whom It May Concern mixtape is born. The 12-track post Thanksgiving offering plays ...

Popular Durban-based spinner DJ Sox, real name Mbuso Sokhela, is gearing up for a massive celebration as he embarks on a three-month-long birthday tour alongside fellow DJ and producer Mthi HD. The ...

Ed's note: This article has been updated to include the family statement confirming the death and cause of death. SA Music Award-nominated hip hop artist DJ Dimplez, real name Tumi Mooi, has died.