The rap world was set ablaze in 2024 with one of the most intense and personal feuds hip-hop has witnessed in decades: the lyrical war between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. This conflict, which escalated from subtle jabs to brutal, career-defining diss tracks, dominated headlines and fueled endless debate among fans and critics alike. While the [&...
The week of August 29, 2025, has ushered in a substantial surge of new music, with hip-hop and R&B artists prominently featured. This New Music Friday brings a diverse array of releases, from full-length albums to compelling singles, highlighting the current vitality of these genres. Leading the charge are established names like Joey Bada...
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...
In a landmark recognition for contemporary hip-hop, Billboard has officially named Lil Baby’s 2020 album, ‘My Turn,’ as the number one R&B/Hip-Hop Album of the 21st Century. This prestigious accolade is a testament to the album’s enduring chart dominance, critical acclaim, and significant cultural impact, solidifyi...
This New Music Friday, August 29th, 2025, has delivered an exceptionally robust slate of releases, significantly shaping the contemporary hip-hop and R&B landscapes. The day’s offerings include highly anticipated albums from Joey Bada$$, Sabrina Carpenter, and Rakim, alongside new singles from Ella Mai, DJ Khaled, Post Malone, and N...
The vibrant landscape of R&B and hip-hop music was celebrated in Los Angeles on August 28, 2025, as Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) hosted its annual BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. The prestigious event, held at the Fairmont Century Plaza, recognized the artists, songwriters, and producers who have defined the sound of contemporary music. This ...
Billboard has officially declared Aubrey Drake Graham, globally recognized as Drake, as the No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century. This landmark recognition is the result of a comprehensive analysis of artist performance on Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts, spanning from January 20...
The final Friday of August 2025 brought a seismic shift to the music landscape, unleashing a torrent of highly anticipated releases from hip-hop titans, pop chart-toppers, and R&B stalwarts. This particular New Music Friday, August 29th, not only saw established artists dropping significant projects but also coincided with major industry ...
The vibrant landscape of R&B and hip-hop music will once again be celebrated as the 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards return to Los Angeles. Scheduled to take place on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the prestigious Fairmont Century Plaza, this exclusive, invitation-only ceremony will honor the artists, songwriters, producers, and publishers...
In a landmark acknowledgement of his genre-shaping career, Billboard has officially crowned Aubrey Graham, universally known as Drake, as the number one R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century. This prestigious title reflects his unparalleled chart performance and enduring influence across both R&B and hip-hop music from January 2000 ...
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