In a landmark recognition of sustained artistic impact and chart dominance, Billboard has officially named Lil Baby’s sophomore album, ‘My Turn,’ as the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Album of the 21st Century. This prestigious accolade highlights the album’s unparalleled performance and enduring presence on the music charts fr...
Billboard has officially declared Aubrey Graham, globally recognized as Drake, as the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century. This prestigious ranking, released in August 2025, reflects an exhaustive analysis of artist performance on Billboard’s core R&B and hip hop charts from January 2000 through December 2024, cementin...
The Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles was abuzz with energy on August 28, 2025, as BMI celebrated the architects of contemporary music at the 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. The prestigious event honored two titans of the genre: T-Pain, who received the BMI President’s Award, and GloRilla, presented with the BMI Impact Award. The c...
New York, NY – August 29, 2025 – The iconic voice of New York hip-hop radio has a new chapter beginning today, as veteran personality DJ Enuff, born Ephrem Louis Lopez Sr., bids farewell to WQHT-FM, Hot 97, after an impactful 27-year tenure. The announcement of his departure sent immediate ripples through the hip-hop community, […]
NEW YORK, NY – August 29, 2025 – The landscape of New York City’s hip-hop radio was dramatically reshaped today as veteran radio personality and DJ Ephrem Louis Lopez Sr., widely known as DJ Enuff, hosted his final broadcast on the iconic Hot 97 after an impressive 27-year tenure. His unexpected departure marks the end […]
In a monumental recognition of his pervasive influence and chart dominance, Billboard has officially named Aubrey Graham, universally known as Drake, the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century. This prestigious designation, a comprehensive retrospective spanning from January 2000 to December 2024, solidifies the Toronto superstar...
Drake’s reign at the pinnacle of modern music has been officially recognized by Billboard, which has named the Canadian superstar the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century. This landmark designation, meticulously compiled through a comprehensive analysis of chart performance from January 2000 through December 2024, highlights...
Kanye West, the influential figure in hip-hop and music, has been ordered to pay over $52,000 in legal fees as a consequence of his team’s actions during a copyright infringement lawsuit concerning his critically acclaimed 2021 album, ‘Donda.’ A federal judge mandated the payment after finding that West’s legal represen...
August 27th stands as a day rich with significant moments that have profoundly shaped the landscape of hip and R&B music. From chart-defining releases and impactful cultural events to the somber remembrance of influential artists, this date offers a compelling narrative across the genres. These stories highlight the genre’s evolutio...
August 27th: A Pivotal Date in Hip Hop & R&B History Marked by Iconic Releases, Tragic Losses, and Artistic Triumphs August 27th has consistently proven to be a pivotal date in the annals of hip hop and R&B music, marking significant releases, cultural milestones, and poignant moments in the careers of legendary artists. From gr...
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