2000s: The Rise of Hip Hop

Explore the influential genres, trends, and artists that defined the 2000s.

Popular Artists

Eminem, OutKast, Beyonce, and more shaped the sound of the 2000s.

2000s Artists

Genres

Hip Hop, Indie Rock, and Pop became defining genres of the decade.

2000s Genres

Trends

The 2000s were known for the explosion of digital downloads and the influence of reality TV on music.

2000s Trends

Main Content - Music Highlights

The 2010s brought us a mix of electronic, pop, and hip-hop music that dominated the charts.

Artist Spotlight

Jordan Rakei
Jordan Rakei

A soulful instrumentalist blending R&B, jazz, and reggae

Known for his rich voice and introspective lyrics, Jordan Rakei has released multiple albums, with Wallflower and Origin recieving critical acclaim

MF DOOM
MF DOOM

Rapper and producer known for his intricate rhymes and comic book persona

Influential in underground hip-hop, MF DOOM's albums, such as Madvillainy and MM..FOOD, are widely praised for their innovative lyricism and beats

Earl Sweatshirt
Earl Sweatshirt

A groundbreaking voice in alternative hip-hop, known for his raw lyrics

With albums like Some Rap Songs and Doris, Earl has pushed the boundaries of hip-hop, exploring themes of self-reflection and mental health

Nai Palm
Nai Palm

Lead singer of Hiatus Kaiyote, blending soul, jazz, and R&B with unique vocals

Nai Palm's work with Hiatus Kaiyote, especially in the album Choose Your Weapon, has been influential in the neo-soul and future soul genres