Nov 25th, 2008 · The Chicago rapper's new album, 808s and Heartbreak features him singing instead of rapping, but he's filtered his vocals through the voice processing system known as Auto-Tune, an increasingly popular trend among pop artists. The result is a melancholy, intimate and decidedly quirky effort.
Aug 26th, 2008 · The Democratic National Convention is drawing more than just the political elite to Denver. Big celebrity names are also dropping in to perform at the festivities. Cheryl Corley gives listeners a short guide to some of the most highly anticipated entertainments — from Willie Nelson to Kanye West.
Sep 13th, 2007 · Music labels are hoping for better sales this year. Two highly anticipated hip hop albums dropped on Sept. 11. Forget the national significance of the date. For hip-hop promoters, it was the date for a championship sales match between rappers 50 Cent and Kanye West.
Sep 16th, 2005 · Before his own rise up the music charts, Kanye West spent his time producing hits for other top rappers, including Jay-Z. Convinced of the need to display his own unique skills, he released the hugely successful disc College Dropout in 2004.
Aug 30th, 2005 · Kanye West Shines August 30, 2005 · When Chicago's Kanye West released his debut, College Dropout, in 2004, many weren't sure if this hip-hop producer could also pick up the mic and make it as a rapper. Reviewer Oliver Wang says the music shines on West's new CD, Late Registration.