The debut full-length release for rap supergroup Mount Westmore that includes Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Too Short, and E-40 features guest appearances from Dr. Dre and P-LO.

The fifth full-length studio release for the Sacramento rapper features guest appearances from Eric Bellinger, Blxst, Celly Ru, G Herbo, King Von, Lil Poppa, Polo G, and Shordie Shordie.

The former member of the New York hip-hop outfit the Lost Boyz returns with his second solo disc.

Indie Boston rapper Mr. Lif returns with his fourth album.

This long-awaited follow-up to 2002's 'I Phantom' once again reunites the indie MC (also known as Jeffrey Haynes) with producer El-P. Also appearing are Aesop Rock, Akrobatik, Blueprint, and Murs.

The Boston rapper releases his third full-length album featuring Bahamadia, Dumbtron, and Vinnie Paz as guest artists.

After releasing three mixtapes, the Brooklyn rapper signed with Universal Republic and this six-track EP is his debut on label.

The debut full-length studio release for the Brooklyn rapper features guest appearances from Iceberg Black, KAST and Wiki.

A former member of UK hip-hop outfit So Solid Crew, Ms. Dynamite (aka Niomi McLean-Daley) earned Britain's Mercury Music Prize for this debut effort.

This is the U.K. rapper's second album.

The first true solo album for the Cypress Hill DJ includes vocal appearances by Amy Trujillo, Everlast, Josh Todd (Buckcherry), and Greg Dulli (Afghan Wigs).

The Los Angeles-based indie rapper's second Def Jux disc was produced by 9th Wonder.

The rapper once again collaborates with producer 9th Wonder on this follow-up to 3:16.

The debut album on the Warner Bros. label for the Los Angeles rapper features Snoop Dogg and will.i.am as guest artists.

Murs teams up with Ski Beatz on this independent label release.

Beatnik & K-Salaam produced this debut collaboration between California hip-hop artists Murs and Fashawn.

The latest solo release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from E-40, Ryan Evans, King Fantastic, and MNDR.

The 10th full-length solo studio release for the Los Angeles rapper features guest appearances from Beleaf, Big Too Big, Curtiss King, Krizz Kaliko, Reverie, and Rexx Life Raj.

The rapper teams up with the producer for their fourth album together, which features Kurupt, Verbs, 9thmatic, Suga Free, Sick Jacken, and Uncle Chucc as guest performers.

The compilation release features songs from Psychoegyptian, Yves Tumor, and Violence.

The debut full-length release for the New York rapper features guest appearances from Jean Deaux, Jeremiah Meece, and Woodkid.

The nine-track mini-album from the Southern California rapper features guest appearances from Big Freedia, Blood Orange, Jay Cue, Kari Faux, God Colony, Bruno Ribeiro, and Jamila Woods.

The third full-length release for Los Angeles-based rapper Mykki Blanco features guest appearances from Ah-Mer-Ah-Su, ANOHNI, Devendra Banhart, Sam Buck, Diana Gordon, Jónsi, Kelsey Lu, MNEK, Slug Christ, Michael Stipe, and Saul Williams.

The New Orleans rapper returns with his first album since the success of his 2000 single "Shake Ya Ass." The Neptunes return to produce two tracks, with Timbaland, Rockwilder, and others filling out the production duties.

Squeak E. Clean and DJ Zegon team up with a variety of guests on their first album together.

This is the debut album for in-demand hip-hop production duo The Neptunes, recording with Shay under the name N.E.R.D. (for "No One Ever Really Dies"). Note that there are two different versions of this album in circulation. This version is the original recording, using mainly electronic instrumentation, that was intended for a full release in August 2001 but was shelved by the band (only to be released in the UK over the band's objection). The new version, released March 2002, was completely rerecorded, and features live instrumentation by Minneapolis funk band Spymob.

This is the debut album for in-demand hip-hop production duo The Neptunes, recording with Shay under the name N.E.R.D. (for "No One Ever Really Dies"). Note that there are two different versions of this album in circulation. The original version, featuring mainly electronic instrumentation, was intended for release in August 2001 but was shelved by the band (only to be released in the UK over the band's objection). This new version, released March 2002, was completely rerecorded, and features live instrumentation by Minneapolis funk band Spymob.

N.E.R.D., the rock-oriented trio of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo (who also make up the in-demand hip-hop production team The Neptunes) and Shay, return with a highly-anticipated second album. Unlike their previous effort, 'Fly' finds Chad & Pharrell handling the instrumentation themselves.

This is the third album for the trio of Pharrell Williams, Chad Hugo, and Shae Haley.

N.E.R.D.'s fourth album takes a new direction by adding psychedelic rock influences to their mad-scientist mix of hip-hop, along with the addition of a new female vocalist to the original Virginia trio.

The first full-length release for the rapper as Naeem (previous albums were under the name Spank Rock) features guest appearances Amanda Blank, Micah James, Swamp Dogg, Velvet Negroni, and Justin Vernon.

The Kentucky-based Southern rappers return with a sophomore LP.

The New York rapper's fifth album attempts to return to the sound of his similar-titled 1994 hit debut, 'Illmatic.' Here, DJ Premier, Large Professor, and Swizz Beatz provide the beats.

This compilation collects tracks recorded from 1998-2001 that, for various reasons (and not because they were of inferior quality), were not included on the rapper's albums released during that time.

Jay-Z's mortal enemy returns with his third (!) release of 2002, which includes collaborations with Alicia Keys and 2Pac (yes, that 2Pac, who, as you may recall, died several years ago).

Nas co-produced this double album along with Salaam Remi, Q-Tip and L.E.S. Also stopping by to lend a hand (or a voice) are Busta Rhymes, Kelis, Ludacris and Maxwell.

Dr. Dre, Kanye West and will.i.am are among the producers for the rapper's follow-up to 'Street's Disciple,' which marks his first release for Def Jam.

After many delays and controversy over the title, Nas' latest album is finally released with no title.

Mary J. Blige, Anthony Hamilton, Miguel, Rick Ross, Swizz Beatz, and the late Amy Winehouse are guests on the tenth release for the rapper.

The remastered reissue of the rapper's debut 1994 release a disc of remixes, demos and unreleased versions of songs.

The seven-track release for the New York rap artist was produced by Kanye West.

The second collection of unreleased tracks from the rapper's last four albums features guest appearances from Keyon Harrold, Al Jarreau, J. Myers, David Ranier, RaVaughn and Swizz Beatz.

the 13th full-length solo release for the rapper features guest appearances from Anderson Paak, ASAP Ferg, AZ, Big Sean, Brucie B, Cormega, Dr. Dre, The Firm, Fivio Foreign, Foxy Brown, Hit-Boy, Lil Durk, Don Toliver, and Charlie Wilson.

The sequel to the rappers 2020 King's Disease album features guest appearances from A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Blxst, Eminem, EPMD, Lauryn Hill, Hit-Boy, Charlie Wilson, and YG.

The latest full-length studio release for rapper Nas was produced by Hit-Boy and features guest appearances from A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier.

The third King's Disease album from rapper Nas was produced by Hit-Boy.

The latest full-length release from rapper Nas features guest appearances by 21 Savage and 50 Cent.

The surprise release from rapper Nas features a guest appearance from Lil Wayne and was produced by Hit-Boy.

the first full-length studio collaboration between Nas and DJ Premier features guest appearances by AZ and The Steve Miller Band.

The African-themed album brings Nas and reggae singer Damien Marley (the youngest son of Bob Marley) together. It features guest appearances by K'naan, Lil Wayne, Joss Stone, Dennis Brown, and Damien's brother Steven Marley, who also produced the release.

The debut full-length release for the Canadian raper/producer features a guest appearance from The Weeknd.

The second full-length studio release for the Canadian rapper features guest appearances from 88GLAM, Future, Gunna, Lil Durk, Meek Mill, The Weeknd, and Young Thug.

The latest full-length release from the Canadian rapper features guest appearances from Future, Gunna, Lil Durk, Lil Uzi Vert, Pop Smoke, Travis Scott, Don Toliver, and Young Thug.

The fourth full-length studio release for Canadian rapper NAV features guest appearances from Babyface Ray, Future, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Lil Uzi Vert, Realest K, Travis Scott, Bryson Tiller, and Don Toliver.

Ne-Yo's latest effort takes on the influence of themes and character archetypes found in sci-fi fantasies and comic books and structures them around a musical plot to create a daring concept album.

This is the debut release from the collaboration between from Bishop Nehru and MF Doom.

The St. Louis rapper follows up the massive success of his 2000 debut LP 'Country Grammar' with 19 new tracks cut from the same cloth, including the Neptunes-produced single "Hot In Here." Justin Timberlake guests on one track.

Released on the same day as 'Suit,' 'Sweat' is the more club-oriented of the pair, with production handled by The Alchemist, The Neptunes, and more. Christina Aguilera, Mobb Deep and Missy Elliott guest.

Think of 'Suit' as 'The Love Below' to 'Sweat's 'Speakerboxxx.' Where 'Sweat' is the more party-oriented of the two discs simultaneously released by Nelly, 'Suit' showcases the rapper's gentler side, and includes collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Tim McGraw (!), Mase and Pharrell Williams.

The long-delayed fifth album for the rapper features guests such as Akon, Ashanti, Chuck D, Fergie, L.L. Cool J, R. Kelly, T.I., Rick Ross, and Snoop Dogg.

Nelly returns with his sixth album, which is titled 5.0 in acknowledgement of his love of the Ford Mustang; it features collaborations with the Neptunes, Jermaine Dupri, Akon, and several others.

The compilation of British urban sound by Caroline Simionescu-Marin features tracks from such artists as Avelino, Bonkaz, Dotty, Ray BLK, Stefflon Don and AJ Tracey as well as production from MC Renz, Jevon, Nyge, and Soul.

The fourth full-length release for the rapper was produced by Tommee Profitt and features a guest appearance from Sasha Sloan.

After making an explosive debut appearing on other artist's songs, rapper Nicki Minaj finally releases her debut of electro-infused, bold, and hook-heavy hip-hop.

The second album from Nicki Minaj focuses on her male alter ego Roman Zolanski and features guest appearances from 2Chainz, Chris Brown, Beenie Man, Bobby V, Cam'ron, Drake, Lil Wayne, Nas, Rick Ross, and Young Jeezy.

The pop rapper reissues her second release with eight new tracks featuring guest appearances by Thomas Brinx, Cassie, Ciara, Lil Wayne, Parker, and Tyga.

The third full-length studio release for the rapper features guest appearances from Beyoncé, Chris Brown, Drake, Ariana Grande, Skylar Grey, Jeremih, Lil Wayne, Lunchmoney Lewis, and Meek Mill.

The fourth full-length release for the rapper features guest appearances from Eminem, Foxy Brown, Future, Ariana Grande, Labrinth, Lil Wayne, Swae Lee, and The Weeknd.

The first full-length studio album in five years from rapper Nicki Minaj since 2018's Queen features guest appearances by Tasha Cobbs Leonard, J. Cole, Drake, Future, Tate Kobang, Lil Uzi Vert, Lil Wayne, Lourdiz, Skeng, and Skillibeng.

Producer Nicolay works with Houston-based MC Kay to release their first record together.

This is the debut LP for the Toronto indie-rap collective (excuse us, the "positive hardcore dance-rap band") led by Matt Collins.

The debut full-length studio release for the Southern California rapper features guest appearances from Stacy Barthe, Belly, J. Black, Buddy, CeeLo Green, Dom Kennedy, Konshens, Kendrick Lamar, Puff Daddy, TeeFlii, The-Dream, and YG.

The second full-length studio release from Memphis rapper NLE Choppa features guest appearances by 2Rare, Lola Brooke, Duke Deuce, Fivio Foreign, Kevin Gates, Lil Wayne, Modesty, Queen Naija, and Rick Ross.

The latest full-length release for Chicago artist NNAMDÏ was self-produced.

Indie hip-hop/electronica producer Nobody (aka Elvin Estela) teams with Prefuse 73, Mia Doi Todd and members of Beachwood Sparks on his Plug Research debut.

The debut mixtape for the Chicago rapper Fatimah Warner features guest appearances from Akenya, Cam O'bi, Joseph Chilliams, Eryn Allen Kane, Ravyn Lenae, Xavier Omär, Phoelix, Raury, Saba, Smino and theMIND.

The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles-based Chicago rapper was self-released.

The latest full-length release from rapper Noname features gest appearances by $Ilkmoney, Ayoni, Common, Jay Electronica, Eryn Allen Kane, Jimetta Rose, Stout, Voices of Creation, and billy woods.

This mini-album marks the debut for the New York-based all-female hip-hop trio (think "Beastie Girls" and you won't be too far off).

Slapped with the label "the female Beastie Boys" after their 2003 debut, the New York all-girl rap outfit make their major-label debut with 'All City,' which includes collaborations with Har Mar Superstar, ?uestlove and DJ Muggs.

The Long Island trio moves away from a major label for this album.

The fourth full-length release for the Vermont-based emo-rap artist features guest appearances from Judge, Kennyhoopla and Misogi.

The soundtrack to the movie about Notorious B.I.G. features many of his singles and new songs sung by Jay-Z, Santogold, Jadakiss, Faith Evans and the late rapper's son CJ.

The debut full-length release for the grime artist was self-produced.