The road to redemption is often littered with potholes. Kanye West hit a huge one when he likened his internet persecution over the Taylor Swift incident to the tragedy of Emmett Till. Planet Ill explores the gravity of such allegory.

Planet Ill examines the recent proliferation of television shows and movies featuring overweight people and the rationale behind them. Is it simply a reflection of an ever fattening society or something more?

The Source recently conveyed 5 Mics to Hip-Hop legend Bun B’s new album TrillOG after not granting that designation in years. What does that mean in the grand scheme of things? This editorial takes a look.

The spirit of Bruce Lee lives on, not only in film and pop culture, but also in MMA and…Hip-Hop? See how The Dragon changed the world and continues to inspire.

The rise in celebrities claiming attempted suicide to explain their wild behavior strikes a nerve with those who have actually dealt with these issues. Jordan Forrester knows this first hand.

25 years later, Bob Geldof and Midge Ure’s dream of using music to further humanity stands as the benchmark for music charity. Planet Ill Celebrates Live Aid.

Planet Ill salutes the memory of the late, great George Steinbrenner, an owner who did everything within his reach to win and serve the fans who paid good money to see a great product.

With all the talk of the government being against them, many Americans truly have no idea. Unfortunately some, like the family of Oscar Grant, know all too well.

50 Cent’s anti-Diddy tirade brings to light a pressing concern: Should the ghost of Christopher Wallace be properly laid to rest? Is Puffy abusing that legacy for his own selfish aims? Planet Ill examines.

In his latest round of scathing disses, 50 Cent has targeted Diddy and Cassie. With lagging album sales and loss of dominance, does 50’s attacks carry the same weight?

Get your revolutionary groove on with Planet Ill’s top five songs of rebellion. Oh, and Happy Independence Day!

Some rappers seem impervious to having their shine dimmed, no matter how out of pocket they get. Here’s a short list of the most high profile bulletproof Hip-Hoppers

Is the road to redemption paved with the tears of a Brown? Perhaps his performance at the 2010 BET Awards gives a hint. Planet Ill analyzes.

Planet Ill examines the assault on Kat Stacks and the role was all play in the saga.

Planet Ill looks back on the tragedy that was the life of Gary Coleman.

Planet Ill wishes film legend Pam Grier a happy birthday.

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