Washington, D.C. – Labor Day weekend marked a historic moment for the East Coast’s music scene as Afro+ Fest debuted at the RFK Festival Grounds, drawing an estimated 20,000 attendees for a vibrant celebration of global Black music and culture. The inaugural one-day festival delivered on its promise of “Africa, plus more,” sh...
In a bold declaration that echoes his long-standing embrace of technological frontiers, Grammy-winning artist and futurist will.i.am believes artificial intelligence is poised to become the next transformative force in hip-hop music. Far from viewing AI as a threat to artistic integrity, the Black Eyed Peas frontman sees it as a powerful new i...
August 30th: A Pivotal Date Marking Hip Hop and R&B’s Enduring Legacy August 30th stands as a significant marker in the rich history of hip hop and R&B music, a day that has consistently gifted the genres with impactful album releases, celebrated the births of influential artists, and witnessed pivotal career moments. From the ...
The music world is abuzz with excitement following a series of intriguing social media interactions between hip-hop titan Nicki Minaj and rising pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter. A recent display of admiration from Minaj towards Carpenter’s new music has ignited fervent speculation among fans and industry observers about a potential colla...
Miami-Dade County is set to honor the profound cultural and artistic impact of Hip Hop with a special Hip Hop Celebration Day & Recognition Month Proclamation Ceremony. Scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 3-5 PM EDT at the Kendale Lakes Branch Library, the event promises a deep dive into the genre’s rich legacy and [&helli...
Get ready for a seismic shift in the music landscape as Friday, August 29, 2025, ushers in a wave of highly anticipated releases from some of today’s most influential artists. This New Music Friday is shaping up to be one of the most significant of the year, featuring major contributions from hip-hop heavyweights, pop sensations, [&helli...
Hip-hop visionary Playboi Carti is set to ignite Brooklyn’s iconic Barclays Center on November 6th, marking a significant “homecoming” for the influential artist as part of his highly anticipated “Antagonist Tour.” The tour, which also includes a stop at Newark’s Prudential Center on November 7th, represents...
Atlanta’s rising hip-hop sensation, PLUTO, is set to captivate audiences nationwide with the announcement of her headlining “Pluto World Tour.” The 14-date tour, a significant milestone in the artist’s burgeoning career, will coincide with the release of her much-anticipated album, “PLUTO WORLD,” scheduled f...
New Music Friday Ignites August 29th with Diverse Releases from The Kid LAROI, DJ Snake, Carín León, and More The final Friday of August 2025 arrived with a deluge of new music, reinforcing the week as a significant moment for artists across the global spectrum. From the polished pop narratives of The Kid LAROI to […]
In a significant recognition of enduring chart dominance and widespread cultural impact, Billboard has officially named Lil Baby’s critically acclaimed 2020 album, “My Turn,” as the number one R&B/Hip-Hop Album of the 21st Century. This prestigious accolade celebrates the album’s remarkable performance on Billboard...
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