Rock Lit How a Wordless 1929 Novel Inspired Jim James’ Solo Album Hive talks to the musician about Haruki Murakami and writing a film score just in case someone made a film. 04.04.13Emily Zemler
Music Photos Coachella Cruise Highlights: James Murphy, Pulp, Grimes and Onboard Proposals Check out Hive’s extensive gallery of the performances and party boat activities on the S.S. Coachella. 01.04.13Marissa G. Muller
Music Photos The 2012 Coachella Cruise in GIFs Check out moving portraits of Sleigh Bells, Grimes and Pulp from the moving festival. 12.28.12MTV Hive
Essays A Very Cali Christmas or: Glory to Kendrick on High Jeff Weiss finds rap’s savior at the end of the world. 12.19.12Jeff Weiss
Date with the Night My Dad is Pussy Riot Lizzy Goodman explains why these imprisoned Russian artists should matter to everyone. 08.23.12Lizzy Goodman
Interviews, Rock Lit Twin Shadow Says Songs About Books Are for ‘Smart Idiots’ George Lewis Jr. talks about writing his first short stories and why he gets annoyed with ‘booky musicians.’ 08.02.12Emily Zemler
Q&A Killer Mike’s First Trip to a Strip Club Was to See 2 Live Crew Atlanta rapper discusses Reaganomics, police brutality and his favorite nudes. 06.22.12Phillip Mlynar
