Complex

The 100 Best Hip-Hop Beats of All Time, Ranked

Production is the foundation of every great hip-hop song. These are the 100 best rap beats of all time, featuring Kanye West, Dr. Dre, and more.
Pitchfork

The Most Exciting Beats in Underground Rap Can Be Traced Back to Chicago’s Heyday

The best rap beats are nerdy as hell. Every drum placement, every melody, every chopped-up sample sends me down a YouTube rabbit hole trying to piece together the way a producer contorts and dissects ...
Complex

Havoc on Mobb Deep's "Shook Ones" Being Crowned the GOAT Rap Beat: "It's Better Than a Grammy"

Complex readers crowned "Shook Ones, Pt. II" the greatest rap beat ever. We spoke with the song's producer, Havoc, about its legacy. August 19, 2026 ...