LL COOL J Unearths Hip-Hop’s Genesis in New York City Docuseries Grammy-winning artist and cultural icon LL COOL J is embarking on a captivating journey back to the very foundations of his musical legacy with a new docuseries titled “Hip Hop Was Born Here.” This ambitious project delves deep into the origins of hip-hop, traci...
The Pacific Music Awards Trust has announced that Opetaia Foa’i, a globally celebrated cultural and musical ambassador hailing from the South Pacific, will be the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Ministry for Pacific Peoples Lifetime Achievement Award. This significant recognition celebrates a career dedicated to amplifying Pacific voic...
LL COOL J Unearths Hip-Hop’s Foundation in Revealing ‘Hip Hop Was Born Here’ Docuseries Grammy-winning artist and cultural icon LL COOL J has launched a new documentary series, “Hip Hop Was Born Here,” a deep dive into the authentic New York roots that forged the global phenomenon of hip-hop. The series, co-create...
The world of hip hop is buzzing with anticipation following reports of a potential major collaboration between global music superstar Drake, basketball icon LeBron James, and the genre-bending artist Tyler The Creator. The rumored project, a song titled ‘Copping Bad,’ has sent ripples through fan communities and social media platfo...
Silver Scroll Award-winning hip-hop artist King Kapisi is shedding light on the pivotal role artists of Pacific heritage have played in shaping the distinctive soundscape of New Zealand music. His insights are prominently featured in AudioCulture’s comprehensive ‘The Pacific Music Collection’, a curated look at the vibrant co...
This week in music, a diverse array of highly anticipated albums have landed, offering something for every sonic palate. From the gritty streets of New York hip hop to the introspective soundscapes of indie experimentation, this release slate is packed with compelling new material. Leading the charge is a titan of the genre, Raekwon, joined [&...
Rhyme, Rhythm, and Resilience: National Museum Cardiff Unveils Landmark Hip Hop Exhibition Cardiff, Wales – July 19, 2025 – The National Museum Cardiff is set to immerse visitors in the vibrant and enduring legacy of Welsh Hip Hop with the grand opening of its highly anticipated new exhibition, “Hip Hop: A Welsh Story.” This landma...
Hip-Hop Pioneer Coke La Rock Set to Ignite Atlanta with Exclusive Event Atlanta is poised to become the epicenter of hip-hop history as Coke La Rock, widely recognized as the very first emcee in the genre’s foundational era, is slated for a significant appearance on July 18, 2025. The celebrated pioneer will grace The Atlanta […]
The Sound of Silence? Summer 2025’s Chart Landscape Bets on Fragmentation Over a Singular Hit The summer of 2025 is unfolding with a curious anomaly in the music world: the distinct absence of a universally recognized, dominant ‘song of the summer.’ Typically, this season is defined by a track that infiltrates every corner of...
Japanese hip-hop sensation Creepy Nuts has officially dropped their highly anticipated new single, “Mirage,” on July 4, 2025. This electrifying release marks the duo’s first new music since their critically acclaimed fourth studio album, “Legion,” which hit shelves earlier this year in 2025. The track is set to ca...
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