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Logic Drops New Single "Mission Control" | stupidDOPE

Logic's latest single 'Mission Control' showcases his lyrical prowess and aggressive style, setting high expectations for his upcoming Ultra 85 album.

SahBabii Announces 2025 North American Tour

SahBabii's Resurrection Tour begins on February 20, supporting his album Saaheem, concluding in his hometown of Atlanta on March 25.

Logic Drops New Single "Mission Control" | stupidDOPE

Logic's latest single 'Mission Control' showcases his lyrical prowess and aggressive style, setting high expectations for his upcoming Ultra 85 album.

SahBabii Announces 2025 North American Tour

SahBabii's Resurrection Tour begins on February 20, supporting his album Saaheem, concluding in his hometown of Atlanta on March 25.
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Drakeo the Ruler: The Undisputed Truth

Drakeo's music creatively questions the divide between reality and fiction, using his experiences and language to challenge listener interpretation.
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Kendrick Lamar drops new surprise album 'GNX': Here's 5 first-listen takeaways

Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' reaffirms his title as a leading rapper with a mix of narratives and street themes.

Kendrick Lamar Makes His Point Clearer

Kendrick Lamar's new album GNX prioritizes accessibility while still reflecting his deep musical roots.

'GNX' Is Kendrick Lamar's Turbo-Powered Victory Lap

Kendrick Lamar's GNX represents a milestone in rap, balancing technical skill and moral questioning within a chaotic contemporary culture.

Kendrick Lamar will headline next year's Super Bowl halftime show

Kendrick Lamar will headline the Apple Music halftime show at Super Bowl 2025, emphasizing rap's significance in music and culture.

Kendrick Lamar to Headline 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, affirming the impact of rap music on culture.

Rap Is Doing Just Fine on the Charts

Kendrick Lamar's success in 2024 showcases rap's strong comeback after concerns about its commercial saturation.

Kendrick Lamar drops new surprise album 'GNX': Here's 5 first-listen takeaways

Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' reaffirms his title as a leading rapper with a mix of narratives and street themes.

Kendrick Lamar Makes His Point Clearer

Kendrick Lamar's new album GNX prioritizes accessibility while still reflecting his deep musical roots.

'GNX' Is Kendrick Lamar's Turbo-Powered Victory Lap

Kendrick Lamar's GNX represents a milestone in rap, balancing technical skill and moral questioning within a chaotic contemporary culture.

Kendrick Lamar will headline next year's Super Bowl halftime show

Kendrick Lamar will headline the Apple Music halftime show at Super Bowl 2025, emphasizing rap's significance in music and culture.

Kendrick Lamar to Headline 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, affirming the impact of rap music on culture.

Rap Is Doing Just Fine on the Charts

Kendrick Lamar's success in 2024 showcases rap's strong comeback after concerns about its commercial saturation.
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#collaboration

2024 Grammys: Killer Mike Wins Best Rap Album, Song, and Performance

Killer Mike wins three Grammy Awards
Collaborators André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane also win

YhapoJJ Drops New Project Before T.L.Y.

YhapoJJ's new project features collaborations and sets the stage for future releases.

2024 Grammys: Killer Mike Wins Best Rap Album, Song, and Performance

Killer Mike wins three Grammy Awards
Collaborators André 3000, Future, and Eryn Allen Kane also win

YhapoJJ Drops New Project Before T.L.Y.

YhapoJJ's new project features collaborations and sets the stage for future releases.
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#mental-health

AKAI SOLO: DREAMDROPDRAGON

AKAI SOLO's DREAMDROPDRAGON explores the tangled emotions of existence, mental health, and the search for self amidst life's chaos.

How Psychiatry Broke the Top 40

Pop music is increasingly referencing mental health topics such as panic attacks and therapy.
Mental health references in pop music have become more normalized and even romanticized.

AKAI SOLO: DREAMDROPDRAGON

AKAI SOLO's DREAMDROPDRAGON explores the tangled emotions of existence, mental health, and the search for self amidst life's chaos.

How Psychiatry Broke the Top 40

Pop music is increasingly referencing mental health topics such as panic attacks and therapy.
Mental health references in pop music have become more normalized and even romanticized.
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20 Years After Mac Dre's Death, the Furly Ghost Still Lingers | KQED

Mac Dre's enduring influence remains vital to Bay Area culture, energizing events and connecting artists across generations.
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Rich Homie Quan Got To The Top Of The Mountain | Defector

Rich Homie Quan's impact on rap was profound, despite his brief career, showcasing an exceptional partnership with Young Thug.

Conner O'Malley on Going Full Dumbo for Rap World

The film is a humorous yet poignant mockumentary about four friends' endeavor to create a life-changing rap album in one night.

Rich Homie Quan Got To The Top Of The Mountain | Defector

Rich Homie Quan's impact on rap was profound, despite his brief career, showcasing an exceptional partnership with Young Thug.

Conner O'Malley on Going Full Dumbo for Rap World

The film is a humorous yet poignant mockumentary about four friends' endeavor to create a life-changing rap album in one night.
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Lil Durk Arrested Over Alleged Murder Plot

Lil Durk has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a murder-for-hire case relating to a 2022 homicide.
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Megan Thee Stallion: MEGAN

MEGAN showcases Megan Thee Stallion's struggle to cater to all types of fans, resulting in an uneven and crowdsourced album.

GloRilla: GLORIOUS

GloRilla's album GLORIOUS blends spirituality with rap, showcasing her growth as an artist.

The Year's Best Rap Album Wants To Take You To The Future | Defector

Learning for 10,000 hours can diminish joy but enhances expertise. Skaiwater's album marries diverse music genres seamlessly, creating a magical experience.

Megan Thee Stallion: MEGAN

MEGAN showcases Megan Thee Stallion's struggle to cater to all types of fans, resulting in an uneven and crowdsourced album.

GloRilla: GLORIOUS

GloRilla's album GLORIOUS blends spirituality with rap, showcasing her growth as an artist.

The Year's Best Rap Album Wants To Take You To The Future | Defector

Learning for 10,000 hours can diminish joy but enhances expertise. Skaiwater's album marries diverse music genres seamlessly, creating a magical experience.
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Meek Mill Takes on the Critics with "CYBER TRUCK" | stupidDOPE

Meek Mill's latest track 'CYBER TRUCK' marks a powerful return to form, showcasing his resilience and raw energy amidst recent challenges.
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Rich Homie Quan, the Atlanta rapper known for trap jams like Type of Way,' dies at 33

Rich Homie Quan, influential Atlanta rapper known for hits in the mid-2010s, has passed away at 33, leaving a significant impact on hip-hop culture.

Fans storm the stage at 'Y2K!' superstar's first headlining Bay Area concert

Ice Spice's performance at Fox Theater eclipsed famous global monuments, showing her remarkable talent and impact on contemporary culture.
#personal-growth

He Raps About Kids' Books and Grammar, and He Has Fans

Mitchell transformed his educational experience by discovering self-help literature and using his love for rap, ultimately rediscovering his academic success.

The Clipse Missed This

Clipse releases 'Birds Don't Sing' first song since 2009, addressing personal struggles and growth.

He Raps About Kids' Books and Grammar, and He Has Fans

Mitchell transformed his educational experience by discovering self-help literature and using his love for rap, ultimately rediscovering his academic success.

The Clipse Missed This

Clipse releases 'Birds Don't Sing' first song since 2009, addressing personal struggles and growth.
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Mike WiLL Made-It Drops New Single "High3r" Featuring Lil Yachty and Lil Wayne | stupidDOPE

Mike WiLL Made-It released new single "High3r" with Lil Yachty & Lil Wayne, showcasing innovative production and fusion of styles.

Ritzy Chappaqua high school suspends LGBTQ rapper for freestyling gay 'slurs' - but he says it was satire : lawsuit

An LGBTQ high school student in Chappaqua was suspended for using gay slurs in a satirical freestyle rap.

The Many Evolutions of Kid Cudi

Kid Cudi's return with 'Insano' album is more focused on the party atmosphere but lacks depth and ambition compared to his earlier defining works like 'Man on the Moon: The End of Day'.

The Era of Nicki Minaj

Pink Friday album series overview
Pink Friday 2 inconsistent reception
#music-industry

Masiwei in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Masiwei, a key member of Higher Brothers, brings a unique rhythm and electrifying stage presence to Chinese hip-hop.

San Francisco's Cellski Announces First-Ever Live Band Show | KQED

Cellski, a San Francisco rapper, will be performing his debut album, Mr. Predicter, with a live band for its 30th anniversary.
He will also perform songs from his other albums and will be joined by San Francisco legends from RBL Posse.
Cellski is more focused on helping his community and being a pioneer in his own lane than pursuing fame.

Masiwei in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Masiwei, a key member of Higher Brothers, brings a unique rhythm and electrifying stage presence to Chinese hip-hop.

San Francisco's Cellski Announces First-Ever Live Band Show | KQED

Cellski, a San Francisco rapper, will be performing his debut album, Mr. Predicter, with a live band for its 30th anniversary.
He will also perform songs from his other albums and will be joined by San Francisco legends from RBL Posse.
Cellski is more focused on helping his community and being a pioneer in his own lane than pursuing fame.
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Killer Mike, Following Three Wins, Handcuffed at 2024 Grammys Venue

Killer Mike won three awards at the 2024 Grammys: Best Rap Song, Best Rap Performance, and Best Rap Album.
After his victories, Killer Mike was handcuffed and escorted out of the venue, facing a misdemeanor charge unrelated to the Grammys.

5 Best Rap Albums of January 2024

Benny the Butcher released his first solo album since 2020, Everybody Can't Go, which has a throwback sound and features production from Hit-Boy and The Alchemist.
The album includes guest features from artists like Jadakiss, Snoop Dogg, Lil Wayne, and members of Griselda and Black Soprano Family.

Ben Shapiro's unbelievably cringe anti-woke rap song made it to No. 1 on the iTunes charts

Ben Shapiro collaborates on an anti-woke rap song that made it to No. 1 on the iTunes charts.
Shapiro's contribution to the song includes taking shots at Black women artists.

Trial in The Murder of Run-DMC's Jam Master to Begin in Brooklyn

Two men accused of murder in the death of Run-DMC star Jam Master Jay are set to go on trial.
Prosecutors say the men killed Jay over a drug deal.
Opening statements are scheduled in Brooklyn federal court.

Hip-Hop Has Had a Rough Year. Is Its Greatest Hope Really ... This Guy?

Rap had a challenging year both creatively and on the charts in 2023.
The drought of rap songs topping the Billboard Hot 100 lasted for 54 weeks.

The Rap-Music Paradox: Why Am I Still Listening?

Exposure to rap lyrics with profanity and disrespectful language towards women at a young age can influence perceptions and attitudes towards gender roles and relationships.

Listen to Mel V Chapo's "Broke Hoes": The Ones

Mel V Chapo's style combines aggressive choreography and nostalgic beats, offering a refreshing energy in the rap scene.

GOAT debates are a hip-hop tradition. Spotify is here to spoil the fun

Hating is a core experience associated with rap music and professional basketball, often expressed online, leading to a sense of being consumed by negativity.
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