The landscape of hip hop has been a whirlwind of activity throughout August 2025, marked by intense legal drama, the building anticipation for major album drops, expansive global tours, and a consistent flow of new music from established and emerging artists. This month has seen critical discussions on loyalty and betrayal within prominent cre...
Vince Staples, a consistently compelling voice in contemporary hip-hop, has delivered his sixth studio album, “Dark Times.” Released on May 24, 2024, via Blacksmith Records and Def Jam Recordings, this project marks a significant artistic milestone. Clocking in at a concise 35 minutes across 13 tracks, “Dark Times” is b...
New York, NY – August 29, 2025 – Joey Bada$$, the influential voice from Brooklyn’s Pro Era collective, has officially released his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Lonely At The Top.” Arriving three years after his last project, “2000,” this new offering delves into themes of ambition, isolation, and the ...
The 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards celebrated a night of significant achievements and influential artistry, recognizing titans and rising stars who are shaping the sound of contemporary music. Held on August 28th at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, the prestigious ceremony saw T-Pain receive the esteemed BMI President’s Award...
New Orleans is marking the solemn 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina not just with reflection, but with a vibrant, powerful surge of artistic expression. Across the city, theaters are staging poignant narratives, musicians are weaving stories of resilience into their beats, and community leaders are utilizing cultural platforms to commemora...
Atlanta’s vibrant hip-hop scene is buzzing with the announcement of a significant milestone for rising artist PLUTO. The 21-year-old rapper has unveiled plans for her headlining “Pluto World Tour,” a 14-date national trek set to amplify her growing presence in the music industry. This extensive tour is strategically timed to coincide wit...
Chicago’s vibrant hip hop scene is set to gain a new academic voice this fall, as acclaimed local artist Femi Adigun, widely known as Femdot, is slated to teach a course at his alma mater, DePaul University. The class, titled “Chicago Culture Through Hip Hop,” marks a significant step in recognizing the genre not just [&helli...
In a move that initially sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community, veteran DJ Funkmaster Flex announced what many interpreted as his final show on New York City’s iconic Hot 97. However, the dramatic announcement on social media, declaring his “last show on Hot 97 at 7 PM” for Labor Day, was later clarified as a [&hellip...
New York City’s iconic hip-hop radio station, Hot 97, is undergoing a significant transformation following the unexpected departure of veteran radio personality DJ Enuff. After an impressive 27-year tenure, Enuff confirmed his last day on air was August 29, 2025, a move that has sent shockwaves through the hip-hop community and signaled ...
This New Music Friday, August 29th, 2025, has delivered an exceptionally robust slate of releases, significantly shaping the contemporary hip-hop and R&B landscapes. The day’s offerings include highly anticipated albums from Joey Bada$$, Sabrina Carpenter, and Rakim, alongside new singles from Ella Mai, DJ Khaled, Post Malone, and N...
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