The Minnesota State Fair Grandstand has once again proven itself a fertile ground for celebrating the golden era of hip-hop, with Nelly’s “Where the Party At Tour” leading the charge on August 30, 2025. The St. Louis rap icon, alongside a star-studded lineup including Ja Rule, Mya, and Ying Yang Twins, captivated a sold-out audience […]...
August 30th has cemented its place as a significant date in the annals of hip hop and R&B history, marking milestones that have profoundly shaped the music industry and cultural landscape. From the birth of influential artists to the release of seminal albums and the celebration of genre-defining legacies, this day consistently offers a r...
Atlanta, GA – The vibrant landscape of hip-hop is buzzing with the announcement of a significant career milestone for one of its rising stars. Atlanta-based rapper PLUTO has officially unveiled plans for her highly anticipated headlining “Pluto World Tour.” This 14-date national trek is set to amplify her growing presence in the mu...
New York, NY – August 29, 2025 – Joey Bada$$ has officially entered a new season of his career with the release of his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Lonely At The Top.” Arriving after a summer marked by significant artistic output and potent regional rap debates, the 11-track project sees the Brooklyn native balancing [&...
The week of August 22, 2025, has ushered in a wave of compelling new music, solidifying its place as a pivotal moment in the year’s hip-hop and R&B landscape. For dedicated fans and casual listeners alike, this period delivered a robust selection of tracks and albums that demand attention, showcasing both established titans and emer...
BROOKLYN, NY – August 29, 2025 – Joey Bada$$, the acclaimed Brooklyn rapper, producer, and actor, has officially released his highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Lonely At The Top.” Arriving three years after his last project, “2000,” this eleven-track offering delves into the complexities of success, solitude, and...
The 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards, held on Thursday, August 28th, at the prestigious Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, celebrated a constellation of stars who have significantly shaped the landscape of modern music. This year’s ceremony spotlighted genre titans T-Pain and GloRilla, recognizing their profound contributions and ind...
Billboard has officially declared Drake the undisputed No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century, solidifying his colossal impact on contemporary music. This prestigious recognition, announced in August 2025, places the Canadian superstar at the pinnacle of the genre, ahead of a formidable lineup of musical titans based on extensive ch...
In a headline-grabbing development that fuses the worlds of hip hop and global royalty, Moroccan-American rapper French Montana has reportedly become engaged to Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a princess of Dubai. The news, confirmed by representatives of the artist, marks a significant new chapter for both individuals, who ...
The 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards brought together the industry’s elite on Thursday, August 28th, at the prestigious Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles. The star-studded, invitation-only event served as a vibrant testament to the enduring influence and creative innovation within contemporary R&B and hip-hop music, honoring two...