New York, NY – September 4, 2025 – Iconic hip-hop radio station Hot 97 has announced significant changes to its weekday programming, effective immediately following Labor Day. The most prominent shift sees legendary DJ Funkmaster Flex moving to the highly coveted 5 PM to 10 PM time slot, a prime-time position that commands significant listener...
The final Friday of August 2025 proved to be a monumental day for music enthusiasts, as a deluge of highly anticipated albums and singles hit streaming platforms. Hip-hop heavyweights, pop sensations, and R&B mainstays all made significant statements, ensuring that New Music Friday, August 29th, would be etched into the year’s top m...
The final Friday of August 2025, a date etched into the calendars of music aficionados, proved to be a monumental day for new releases, with a diverse array of artists dropping highly anticipated projects. From the introspective rhymes of Joey Bada$$ and the polished pop of Sabrina Carpenter to the soulful R&B stylings of Ella […]
Los Angeles, CA – August 28, 2025 – The Fairmont Century Plaza was aglow with the industry’s brightest stars as Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) hosted its highly anticipated 2025 BMI R&B/Hip-Hop Awards. The prestigious ceremony honored the unparalleled artistry and profound impact of music titans, with GRAMMY-winning artist, producer, a...
The end of August 2025 marks a significant moment for new music, with Friday, August 29th, ushering in a wave of highly anticipated releases from some of the industry’s most prominent artists. From the intricate lyricism of hip-hop heavyweights to the polished pop anthems of chart-toppers, this week offers a diverse sonic landscape, prov...
Chicago’s vibrant hip hop scene is set to gain a new academic spotlight as acclaimed rapper Femi Adigun, known professionally as Femdot, takes on the role of instructor at his alma mater, DePaul University. This fall, Adigun will lead “Chicago Culture Through Hip Hop,” a course designed to immerse students in the rich history...
The final Friday of August 2025 delivered a seismic event for music enthusiasts, with New Music Friday on August 29th ushering in a deluge of highly anticipated albums and singles from across the hip, hop, and R&B spectrum. This blockbuster release slate featured significant new bodies of work from influential artists like Joey Bada$$, Sa...
Billboard has officially declared Drake the undisputed No. 1 R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of the 21st Century, a monumental recognition of his pervasive influence and unparalleled chart dominance over the past two and a half decades. This accolade solidifies the Toronto superstar’s status as a generational talent who has not only defined but ...
The final Friday of August 2025 ushers in a colossal wave of new music, with major players across hip-hop, R&B, and pop dropping highly anticipated projects. New Music Friday, August 29th, is set to be a landmark day for music lovers, featuring the return of influential artists and exciting new sonic explorations. Hip-Hop’s Heavy Hi...
The landscape of contemporary music was significantly enlivened on Friday, August 29, 2025, as a robust slate of releases dropped across hip-hop and R&B. Headlined by new projects from Joey Bada$$, a soulful comeback from Ella Mai, and a fresh track from Sabrina Carpenter, the week underscored the genre’s dynamic evolution and endur...
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