Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Compton isn’t just a line in a bar or a movie title. The Los Angeles suburb had a major part in shaping how the world hears West ...

From Local Skepticism to SXSW: Holland Izz Blends Hip‑Hop and Funk in Latest Release Holland Izz, a recording artist and […] The post Compton rapper Holland Izz drops funk‑infused single “Geek’d Up” ...

*Over the weekend, Oprah tweeted her praise for the film “Straight Outta Compton” to her friend, “Selma” director Ava DuVernay. Winfrey called the film “powerful” and “eye opening rap education.” ...

Wondering what to do tonight? In or Out is the daily answer to that question from Gazette music contributor Erik Leijon and writer/editor Denise Duguay. Stay in: Streets of Compton (A&E, 9-11:05 p.m.) ...