Every hip-hop fan knows the images: The Notorious B.I.G. rocking the "King of New York" crown, Tupac Shakur with the double-finger salute, Jay-Z peeking through his hands as he throws his diamond up.

For most music lovers, the cover art is the visual gateway to their sonic sojourn. Before the first beat drops or word is uttered, that first impression is often the packaging for the album or ...

Immortal has announced plans for a new hip hop-gone-punk covers compilation called Can You Rock It Like This. Due out this summer, the compilation promises "your favorite rock artists covering your ...