This week’s “Rap-Up” arrives with a poignant reminder of the enduring spirit within the hip hop community, even as it navigates profound loss. The landscape of new music is marked by powerful narratives, featuring significant contributions from Mello Buckzz, Kodak Black, and 03 Greedo. Each artist, in their unique way, offers...
Clipse’s Heartfelt ‘Tonight Show’ Performance Dominates Hip Hop News; Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Eminem’s Family Also in Spotlight Clipse Delivers Moving Tribute on “The Tonight Show” In a moment that resonated deeply within the hip hop community, legendary rap duo Clipse, comprised of Pusha T and No Malice,...
As August 2025 approaches, the hip hop music scene is buzzing with anticipation for a series of highly awaited album releases. XXL Mag has provided an early preview of what promises to be a monumental month for the industry, highlighting major projects from some of the genre’s most influential artists. This upcoming wave of new […...
The landscape of hip hop is set for a seismic shift as XXL Magazine has officially dropped its highly anticipated 2025 Freshman Class list. This annual feature has become a definitive barometer for the genre’s burgeoning talent, spotlighting the artists poised to define the future of music. The July issue, hitting stands soon, not only [...
Drake’s Historic Triple Headlining Sets the Tone for a Buzzing Hip-Hop Weekend The mid-July period, specifically from July 12th to 14th, 2025, proved to be a significant marker for the vibrant hip-hop music scene, characterized by major festival appearances, impactful releases, and noteworthy industry developments. At the heart of the gl...
Universal Music Group Charts Robust Q2 Growth, Eyes US Public Offering Amid AI Patent Developments New York, NY – Universal Music Group N.V. has unveiled its financial performance for the second quarter and the first half of the year, concluding on June 30, 2025. The global music powerhouse reported a period of strong financial health, [&helli...
This Week in Music: From Farewell Tours to New Riffs and Controversies This week has been a whirlwind of activity across the music industry, with major announcements from iconic bands, significant legal developments for prominent artists, and the launch of compelling new musical projects. From the bittersweet farewells of legendary acts to the...
The hip-hop industry is buzzing with anticipation as July 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark month for new music, with several of the genre’s most influential artists slated to drop highly awaited albums. Leading the charge are the reunion titans Clipse, the ever-innovative Tyler, The Creator, and the impactful storyteller Joyner Lucas,...
Hip Hop’s Resurgence: Clipse Reunites for ‘Let God Sort Em Out,’ Tyler, The Creator Announces ‘Don’t Tap The Glass’ The hip-hop music industry is experiencing a seismic shift with a wave of highly anticipated releases and significant announcements signaling a vibrant new era for the genre. Leading the charge...
Quavo Launches Emergency Trauma Fund Amid Atlanta Gun Violence Surge; Industry Buzzes with New Music and Digital Events In a powerful move resonating through the hip hop music scene and beyond, rap superstar Quavo has established a crucial emergency trauma fund. This initiative is a direct response to a concerning spike in gun violence that [&...
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