Amazon Music’s Black music brand, Rotation, has launched “Forever In Rotation,” a Black Music Month campaign honoring influential Black artists. As part of the celebration, Erykah Badu will headline a…

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Cardi B brought the heat to Spotify Beach in Cannes Wednesday night debuting her brand-new single “Outside” in an exclusive live performance ahead of its official release this Friday. Following a soulful opening set…

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We are officially in Cardi B SZN. Cardi is looking to put her stamp on the summer, announcing her new single “Outside” for this Friday. After keeping fans on edge…

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Gunna has dropped off his new single, “Won’t Stop,” marking his first solo release of the year. Released via Young Stoner Life Records/300 Entertainment, the track signals a fresh chapter…

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Rolling Loud is bringing its high-energy hip-hop experience to India, marking the seventh international stop for the world’s largest hip-hop festival. India’s booming rap scene, home to vibrant subgenres like…

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Olly Sholotan delivers the official video for “I Go Dey Vex,” adding a powerful visual layer to one of the most emotionally resonant tracks from his debut EP Ollywood BLVD.…

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Kendrick Lamar is extending his Grand National Tour to Australia, locking in stops in Melbourne and Sydney. After wrapping the European leg in August, the Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper will return…

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As June honors the people, places, and cultural influences of Black Music Month, it would be impossible not to mention the impact that Afrobeats has had not just on hip-hop…

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Nicki Minaj hit the studio and got back to work with Lil Wayne. The duo reunited on a remix of “Banned From NO,” a track from the recently released Tha…

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2 Chainz returns with “Not the Same,” the third single from the upcoming Red Clay soundtrack, teaming up with R&B star Ne-Yo for a soulful and introspective record. The track…

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Larry June and Cardo have released their new single, “On The Unda,” accompanied by a smooth music video. It’s their second drop in two weeks, highlighting their signature chemistry as…

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The Weeknd has released the music video for “Baptized in Fear,” a haunting, introspective visual directed by Moosaje. Set in a dreamlike purgatory, the video explores his struggle with inner…

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Flau’jae, rising rap artist and NCAA basketball champion, released her most personal single yet, “Remember When,” out today via Flauge Entertainment and Roc Nation Distribution. The emotionally raw track arrives…

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Ciara has dropped a sizzling new remix of her hit single “Ecstasy,” tapping fellow R&B powerhouses Teyana Taylor and Normani for a collaboration that’s already being hailed as a cultural…

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Lil Yachty has returned with his new single “Murda,” a genre-blending track that flips Maggie Rogers’ 2016 breakout hit “Alaska” into a gritty, introspective anthem. The song is accompanied by…

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Mexican hip-hop star Santa Fe Klan has released his latest single “Diamonds” featuring rap heavyweight Rick Ross, available now via his own label, 473 Music. Produced by Ed Farris and…

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Have you heard Leon Thomas’s deluxe album, Heel, yet? If not, what are you waiting for? Slight writer tangent: Leon and Big Sean need an EP. Their work on “Party…

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Teyana Taylor makes a powerful comeback with her new single and video “Long Time,” released today via Def Jam. The Harlem-born artist delivers a futuristic R&B sound layered with glitchy…

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Over the weekend, Dallas rapper BigXthaPlug celebrated his 27th birthday by unveiling the monochrome video for his breakout single “Life of a Boss,” transforming Tao Restaurant in Los Angeles into…

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Premo Rice returns with Bad Muhfucka, a 13-track power play that cements his status as one of hip-hop’s most consistent and uncompromising voices. Fresh off tour with underground legend Curren$y,…

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The foundation of Afrobeats is built on a rich tapestry of African musical heritage, visionary artistry, and cultural innovation. While Afrobeats (a genre distinct from Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat) emerged in…

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Mannie Fresh and Lil Wayne have reunited for The Mix Before Tha VI, a 23-track mega-mix available now exclusively on Apple Music. The project blends classic hits, new verses, and…

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Multiplatinum rapper and entrepreneur E-40 took over NPR’s Tiny Desk to launch Black Music Month with a setlist that spanned three decades of West Coast hip-hop. Backed by a live…

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GRAMMY-winning South African star Tyla has released the music video for her latest single “Bliss,” directed by Director X. Set against a striking desert landscape, the visual captures Tyla breaking…

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Grammy-nominated rapper Meek Mill has released his latest single, “Survivors Guilt,” a searing anthem rooted in trauma, loyalty, and the emotional weight of making it out when others didn’t. The…

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Red Bull Spiral returns with a powerful new cypher, featuring a rare and raw one-take freestyle from iconic Yonkers trio The LOX. Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch bring their…

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Rising singer-songwriter Aryeè The Gem taps into timeless soul and modern honesty on her new single “RAW”—featuring revered Chicago MC Mick Jenkins. The track bridges R&B and hip-hop sensibilities to…

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On the 27th anniversary of It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, iconic rapper DMX roars back with a new single, “Bring Out The Worst,” featuring Joyner Lucas. Released via DNA…

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Two of this generation’s most influential voices unite as XXXTentacion and Juice WRLD’s estates release the long-anticipated “whoa (mind in awe) (Remix),” blending X’s ethereal melodies with WRLD’s introspective lyricism.…

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Genre-bending vocalist J.P. makes a powerful return with “My Peace”, his most vulnerable release to date. Out now via Roc Nation Distribution, the track marks a melodic shift for the…

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Kendrick Lamar is once again rewriting the record books. His latest hit “Luther,” a powerful collaboration with SZA, has tied the all-time record for most weeks at No. 1 on…

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Renowned for his record-breaking DJ sets and for cultivating the cultural hub that is Obi’s House, DJ Obi is stepping into a bold new role with the release of his…

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AdonysX is a name that’s quickly rising in the world of international freestyle rap and with good reason. Born in Isla Margarita, Venezuela, and raised across the vibrant hip hop…

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Red Bull Spiral returns with a powerful new cypher, featuring a rare and raw one-take freestyle from iconic Yonkers trio The LOX. Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch bring their…

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A.T.L.D.V. just dropped their latest single Crazy, and it’s a smooth, moody ride through Southern hip-hop history with a fresh new twist. The track’s production, which centers around a bluesy…

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Multi-platinum artist YG is back with a fresh West Coast anthem, “Hollywood,” featuring Shoreline Mafia and produced by longtime collaborator Ty Dolla $ign. The upbeat track marks the second single…

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Larry June and Cardo return with “Black Man,” their first joint release since 2023’s acclaimed The Night Shift. The track blends their signature West Coast G-funk sound with sleek, modern…

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Rising rap star Rob49 has officially dropped his highly anticipated album Let Me Fly, out now via Geffen Records. The 19-track project, complete with three bonus songs, features a heavyweight…

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Grammy-winning artist Chance the Rapper made a powerful return to The Voice stage, debuting his new single “Space and Time” during the season finale. The heartfelt performance gave fans a…

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The King of Dancehall is officially outside. Vybz Kartel has announced his highly anticipated Worl’ Boss Summer 2025 Tour, marking a historic moment in music as the Dancehall icon sets…

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As temperatures rise, Spotify is turning up the heat with its 2025 Songs of Summer Predictions—30 tracks the platform believes will define summer playlists across the Northern Hemisphere. Backed by…

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Chicago’s own HITTZ, one of the most impactful emcees to emerge since the blog era, is back with a brand-new body of work — Hoodlum — and it’s hitting harder than ever. With…

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Amid rising acclaim within the industry, Top Dawg Entertainment’s breakout artist Ray Vaughn has ignited tensions with Joey Bada$$ in a fiery new diss track titled Goldeneye. The J. White…

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Look man, the boys is rapping. In case you missed it – the East Coast and West Coast is getting at it. It’s all a friendly fade, as it should…

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The first clues were on your phone. “La Bachata” by Colombian singer Manuel Turizo leapt from a Latin-only sleep to a Hot 100 regular; TikTok feeds filled with couples spinning…

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This Mother’s Day, artist Lady Loe transformed grief into inspiration with the release of her deeply personal track, Mad At Me. The song honors her late mother, who once inspired…

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The anticipation surrounding Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter World Tour in Chicago carried a note of caution, with May’s unpredictable weather looming for the BeyHive. While May 15th dawned a perfect 80…

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Hip hop legend and Public Enemy co-founder Chuck D has released Chuck D Presents Enemy Radio: Radio Armageddon, a 14-track sonic broadcast of truth, resistance, and rhythm. Now streaming across…

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