Thank you for the correction. "Support Online Hip Hop" is indeed the original and more accurate meaning. It's an important detail that highlights the early, community-driven nature of hip-hop on the web.
Regarding your bonus question, the concept of a single "spiritual successor" to SOHH.com is debated and there is no one official answer. SOHH.com was unique for its strong community and forum culture, which is difficult to replicate. However, several sites are often mentioned in the same context, having either emerged around the same time or filled a similar niche in the hip-hop community.
The two most frequently cited as spiritual successors or at least having a similar legacy are:
Regarding your bonus question, the concept of a single "spiritual successor" to SOHH.com is debated and there is no one official answer. SOHH.com was unique for its strong community and forum culture, which is difficult to replicate. However, several sites are often mentioned in the same context, having either emerged around the same time or filled a similar niche in the hip-hop community.
The two most frequently cited as spiritual successors or at least having a similar legacy are:
- AllHipHop.com: Founded in 1998, AllHipHop.com emerged as a major competitor and continues to be a very popular hub for hip-hop news, interviews, and community discussions. It has often been mentioned in the same breath as SOHH.com and became a primary destination for many of the same users.
- HipHopDX: This site, also an early pioneer, has a reputation for its news coverage and a more critical, journalism-focused approach. While not as forum-centric as SOHH, it remains a key destination for hip-hop fans looking for in-depth articles and reviews.
