Articles by Daniel Abelson

Rockie Fresh had a pretty incredible 2012. He released a brand new mixtape, “Driving 88,” which continued to build his hype. He also signed a…

At the end of 2011, before ever releasing a mixtape, A$AP Rocky signed a $3 million record deal with RCA and Polo Grounds Music. Just…

2012 was an incredible year for Wale. After releasing his sophomore album and Maybach Music Group debut “Ambition” at the end of 2011, Wale began…

Ladies and gentlemen, it is that time of year again when I tell you what albums, mixtapes and songs you should have rocked with in…

It’s been three years since Alicia Keys last released an album, and during that time, quite a bit has changed in her life. After marrying…

Meek Mill came flying onto the mainstream scene in 2011 after signing with Rick Ross’ label, Maybach Music Group. Through the “Dreamchasers” mixtape series and…

The word “classic” in hip-hop is one that cannot be used lightly. “Classic” albums withstand the test of time and are still highly regarded 10,…

Last year the wonderful readers of The Triangle were introduced to TiRon and Ayomari, two rappers who created one of 2011’s best albums, “A Sucker…

Free live music, free food and free beer — what could be better? This was a reality Oct. 13 at The Electric Factory in Philadelphia…

Rick Ross is arguably the hottest rapper in hip-hop right now and has built up an incredibly successful label, Maybach Music Group, under Warner Bros.…