Rhythm + Flow

The judges kick off the search as T.I. drops in on Nipsey Hussle, Cardi B taps Snoop Dogg, and Chance checks out Anderson .Paak’s picks.

After hearing out hot prospects at Killer Mike’s SWAG Shop, T.I. gets down to judging the talent beside Quavo and Big Boi in hip-hop’s new mecca.

The top 30 contestants converge in LA and freestyle and collaborate in small groups. Only the most memorable move forward in the competition.

Digging deep, eight lyricists head home to write hit songs with industry heavyweights and shoot videos that capture their visions, stories and cities.

John Legend delivers the news: The final five must step it up for features alongside Jhené Aiko, Miguel, Teyana Taylor, Ty Dolla $ign and Tory Lanez.

Up-and-coming artists from around the country travel to Atlanta to deliver the performances of a lifetime for the judges and special guest, Big Sean.

For the “Cyphers” round, contestants must split into groups and develop hard-hitting freestyles that will impress the judges and hip-hop icon Remy Ma.

Hip-hop titan Eminem presides over the "Battles" round, where contestants go head-to-head in a shady showdown at the legendary Shelter in Detroit.

As the "Singles" round heats up, the remaining contestants aim to impress with their breakout performances. Who will advance and who will go home?

Contestants hit the stage to perform with the guest artists, aiming to shine bright — while sharing the spotlight — to secure a spot in the finale.