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Liftoff was Atlanta Rap’s rocket fuel
For years, there have been heated debates about which Migos member is the best. This kind of cross-band ranking is a staple of the hip-hop fandom, whether it's seeing Big Boi unfavorably over Andre 3000, no matter how much the Georgians…
Nicki Minaj on the state of hip-hop: “I still want to hear girls rapping”
Nicki Minaj shared her thoughts on the state of female rap and made it clear that she just wanted to "hear girls rapping again."
The comments were made in an interview with City Girls' JT for identifier, and come after Nicki Minaj's new…
Get acquainted with SleazyWorld Go and its solid rap career
Yesterday we caught up with SleazyWorld Go in an interview at ONE37pm's New York office. The rapper shared a lot with us, including the reasoning behind the title of his new project, his roots, his connection to G Herbo, and what his…
GloRilla on new album, Yo Gotti, Memphis rap, BET Awards
GloRilla – 23-year-old Memphis rapper born Gloria Woods – has quickly emerged as the female leader of Bluff City's current hip-hop revival.GloRilla's viral hits "FNF (Let's Go)" and "Blessed" launched her into the national consciousness…
This East Coast Rap Legend Just Bought An Upstate New York Cannabis Company
Since recreational marijuana was legalized in New York in 2021, the industry has grown steadily ever since. New York is expected to generate more than $1.25 billion in cannabis-related revenue over the next six years, and given how quickly…
LaKeith Stanfield says gangster rap supporters aren’t ‘for black people’
LaKeith Stanfield calls out gangsta rap supporters after Takeoff's death.On Tuesday (November 1), just hours after news broke that rapper Migos Takeoff was murdered in Texas outside a Houston bowling alley, Atlanta Actor LaKeith Stanfield…
Meek Mill Announces ‘Dreams and Nightmares’ 10th Anniversary Concert
Dreams and nightmares in 10 years.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of his debut album, Meek Mill…
The uprising of stoner rap
Cannabis and hip-hop are deeply connected. When listening to fire tunes while growing cannabis seeds, you can hear stoner rap bars. Have you ever wondered why these stars spit so much on the green?
We've got the whole teapot on why…
Ice Spice’s “Bikini Bottom” is our rap song of the week
Rap Song of the Week breaks down all the hip-hop tracks you need to hear every Friday. Check out the full playlist here. This week, Ice Spice follows up their viral hit "Munch (Feelin U)" with "Bikini Bottom."
This summer, Bronx rapper…
rap star who pushes the limits with a best friend in Cardi B
It's safe to say that Glorilla is one of the hottest rappers around. The artist - born Gloria Hallelujah Wood - currently only has a handful of singles to her name, but she's already rubbing elbows with the big dogs: She teamed up with…
Manchester rap star’s almighty flex
Aitch sure knows how to throw a party, and this one - the biggest date on a sold-out UK tour - has it all. Acid trip visuals, multicolored strobes, surprise guests, and at the center of the chaos, born artist Harrison Armstrong, standing…
Heat Control Roundup: Baby Rose, RAP Ferreira, Arima Ederra and More
The Heat Check playlist is your source for new music from the world of hip-hop and R&B with a focus on hot, unknown and under-the-radar artists. Who has a warm hand? Who is on the run? It's a menagerie of remarkable songs curated by…
Kodak Black shoots its shot with GloRilla
Kodak Black once again captures the emotions.
The rapper appeared on GloRilla's Instagram Live on…
Nicki Minaj’s ‘Super Freaky Girl’ Removed From Grammys Rap Category Despite…
Hit rapper Nicki Minaj has been in the music industry for over a decade and has garnered Grammy nominations since the early 2010s. Her 2022 single "Super Freaky Girl" was submitted to the Recording Academy for its award for Best…
Diddy Drops ‘Gotta Move On’ Remixes with Ashanti and Tory Lanez
It's the remix.
After releasing his Bryson Tiller-assisted hit "Gotta Move On" in June, Diddy arrives…
Artist Spotlight: Syracuse-born Rapper Toosii Brings New Sounds to Melodic Rap
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Growing up in Syracuse and then moving to Raleigh, North Carolina to help launch his music career, R&B/hip-hop artist Toosii has…
Cardi B Shares Ice Spice’s ‘Munch’ Remix
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Cardi B puts her spin on Ice Spice's "Munch (Feelin' U)".
The rapper…
“Curious to see what else I can do”
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - JULY 22: Rapper Kid Cudi performs onstage during day one of Rolling Loud Miami 2022 at Hard Rock Stadium on July 22, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images)Jason Koerner/Getty Kid CudiKid…
Pet Shop Boys and New Order and the birth of rap and house music
Let's go back to 1989. I am young and live in a part of East London which is being transformed by massive…
Styles P retires from rap as a solo artist
Styles P is retiring from solo Hip-Hop, announcing via Instagram that he is quitting.The artist, legally known as David R. Styles, explained that he had "become less sane spiritually" and steps away from his solo career to find a balance of…
10 titles and a tour in Africa (Q3 2022)
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Mali: BBG feat. Galy Bandit - "Chicago"
We start with the rising stars of Malian rap. BBG, an acronym for Bandz Boys Gang, has been in the news throughout Bamako for just over a year. Last…
AVAILABLE NOW: “This Isn’t Real” Collaboration with RAP Artist Stunna4Vegas, Super…
It's not real
Following the album's recent release, Stunna4Vegas teams up with Billboard Charting producer/artist Mike Smith to release "THIS ISNT REAL LIFE" with CBVZ and Boomy…
The Rap-Up: week of September 26, 2022
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The Rap-Up is the only weekly roundup that brings you the best rap songs you haven't heard yet. So support true independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon.…
GloRilla teams up with Cardi B for “Tomorrow 2”
GloRilla shut down the streets with her single "Tomorrow," and now she's tapping Cardi B for the…
Five new names to know in Michigan rap – Rolling Stone
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Looks like : The hunger and drive of a first draft pick rapping fervently about life in the fast lane
For fans of: Tee Grizzley, G Herbo and teen Lil Wayne
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Republican Utah state senate candidate faces mixed reactions to viral campaign rap video
A Republican candidate for the Utah State Senate has posted a rap-style video promoting her campaign, drawing ridicule from social media users.Utah grandmother Linda Paulson is a candidate for the Utah State Senate seat in District 12. She…
City Girls’ Yung Miami announces retirement from rap, is JT solo?
city girls YungMiami announced she was retiring with a profanity-laden tweet in response to a troll.
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The Twitter troll told the Miami native to "shut up" about football and "make better music."
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Unexpected collaborations after Rap Beef
In other words, people will have disagreements. Sometimes the issues can be big or even escalate into physical fights while others can be minor and resolved through conversation. Egos play a huge role in many hip-hop jams and it's what…
Dean: Jermiside and The Expert’s Intercontinental Rap Alliance talk about humanity’s…
Jermiside (left) and L'Expert (right).
It takes supreme confidence to call yourself the expert, a descriptor typically reserved for introducing scientists ridiculed by right-wing politicians, and Brain competitors. But it's the…
Cardi B criticizes female rap: “This shit is tiring”
Cardi apparently shared her thoughts amid the chaos among hip hop ladies.
It's…
“Kim AND Foxy… Nicki AND Cardi AND Megan”
As conversations continue about femcees, Rapsody made it clear that "there is no this or that".…
The Rap-Up: week of September 12, 2022
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The Rap-Up is the only weekly roundup that brings you the best rap songs you haven't heard yet. So support true independent music journalism by subscribing to Passion of the Weiss on Patreon.
Donald…
12 Songs That Will Make You Thankful For Florida’s Large Rap Scene Today
Pitchfork writer Alphonse Pierre rap chronicle covers songs, mixtapes, albums, Instagram freestyles, memes, weird tweets, fashion trends—and anything that catches his eye.Florida's best rap right nowFollowing Florida rap is a full-time job.…
The best first rap albums of the 2010s
It is well known that hip-hop is one of the most popular genres of music. Much of this success is the result of the emergence of new generations of talented rappers who set the standard for what rapping could be with their early albums.…
Ice Spice’s “Munch (Feelin’ U)” is the summer New York rap song we’ve…
Ice Spice recorded their first song, a light drill track called "Bully Freestyle", 18 months ago. She started rapping in earnest through a relationship established with producer RiotUSA when they both attended SUNY Purchase, just north of…
Jungle: release date, cast, plot, trailer, rap artists. After
Jungle on Prime Video gives a new perspective on life in central London, following the intertwined lives of outsiders and against the backdrop of the rap and drill scene. British artists lead the way when it comes to rap and drill, but…
Album: DJ Khaled ‘God Made’
The voices are inside.
DJ Khaled sheds tears of joy over his 14th studio album, God made.
Executive produced by his sons Asahd and Aalam, the 18-track set features a star-studded guest list including JAY-Z, Kanye West,…
Kool G Rap & Big Daddy Kane
After a career spanning over 35 years, Kool G Rap is gearing up for a statement album. On October 14, 2022, the lyrical legend from Queens, New York will be released The last of a dying breed. The upcoming…
Now AI is coming for rap music
You may have missed it amid the recent news blizzard, but last week marked an important moment in artificial intelligence. Capitol Records, the music label behind iconic artists like Nat King Cole and Frank Sinatra, has announced that it…
Nicki Minaj Scores First Solo Female Rap Song No. 1 Since 1998
Nicki Minaj's "Super Freaky Girl" debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, putting her in rare company alongside Lauryn Hill.
The Republic Records artist became the first woman to debut a solo rap track at No. 1 since Lauryn!-->…
Lindsey Buckingham Announces Fall 2022 Tour Dates
Lindsey Buckingham has announced more tour dates in support of her 2021 self-titled album. After a handful of shows in Europe and the UK, he has Us dates lined up for October and November. Find tour dates below.After releasing Lindsey…
The 20 Greatest Canadian Rap Songs of All Time, Ranked
“If I was somewhere else, maybe I would do something completely different. But thanks to these people performing tonight, I am where I am,” Drake told the sold-out crowd at his All Canadian North Stars show last month. He was referring to…
In ‘Traumazine,’ Megan Thee Stallion cements her place as a rap superstar
Megan Thee Stallion's latest album "Traumazine" solidifies her position as one of the most exciting rappers working today.After her debut album "Good News" dropped, Megan sued her former label 1501 Entertainment over contract disputes. But…
Cold Roads: the best mixtapes from the early days of road rap
For almost as long as hip-hop has been around as a concept, the UK has had its own iteration. For a while, that meant emulating what we saw on MTV, putting on American accents and emulating style and swagger. Gradually, however,…
Louis Theroux and Jason Derulo rap in the clip of the viral hit Jiggle Jiggle
Louis Theroux and Chicken Shop Date creator Amelia Dimoldenberg order McDonald's in a "drive-Theroux" and rap alongside Jason Derulo in the official video for their viral hit, Jiggle Jiggle.A remix of Theroux and Dimoldenberg's…
Music Producer Challenges Copyright Infringement Allegations Over Hit Rap Song
A Georgia district court has already sided with New Jersey rapper Rackboy Cam in the lawsuit, awarding him $1.4 million and royalties.
ATLANTA (CN) — A rap battle made its way to the 11th Circuit on Tuesday, where judges heard…
Knucks is leading the new wave of British rap
To understand Knucks is to understand his admirable patience: timing his every move with the most skillful aplomb, no decision was wasted – rather, calculated. Each step of the staircase he climbed prepared him for what was to come.…
Madonna Evolves ‘Material Girl’ Legacy In Saucy Santana Rap Song That Refers To Herself
Madonna's wild and self-referential new rap song will cross your body-ay like a double shot of soy latte.The queen of pop music just dropped a surprise collab with Saucy Santana, "Material Gworrllllllll!" (yes, with eight Ls at the end),…
Auto-tune is out of whack in the Milwaukee rap scene
Pitchfork writer Alphonse Pierre rap chronicle covers songs, mixtapes, albums, Instagram freestyles, memes, weird tweets, fashion trends—and anything that catches his eye.Milwaukee's street-rap scene is obsessed with Auto-Tune to the max,…
‘Curtain Call 2’: Eminem surprises fans with ‘Rap God’ remix and new single…
Eminem, as promised, released his second greatest hits album titled “Curtain Call 2” on Friday August 5th. The rap heavyweight's new project was supposed to include some of his biggest post-2007 hits 'Relapse' and yet he managed to…
Kali Freestyles Over Yung Miami’s ‘Rap Freaks’, Twitter Goes Crazy & Gets…
Kali has put her foot on the pedal!
A few weeks ago, Kali released his mega remix of his viral hit “MMM MMM”. Latto and Moneybagg Yo are on it, and now Kali is showing off her pen game, rapping along to Yung Miami's "Rap Freaks."…
meet Houston’s next big rap sensation
Viral superstar Monaleo is becoming a force to be reckoned with. An exciting and refreshing addition to Houston's famous rap scene (home to Megan Thee Stallion and Don Toliver, among others), the 21-year-old found major success in April…
Rolling Stone Ranks Beyoncé’s 70 Greatest Songs
A few days before the release of Beyoncé's new album, rolling stone countdown his greatest songs.
The magazine ranked Bey's…
Kendrick Lamar Makes Big Move As Dallas ‘King Of Rap’: Review And Setlist
The post Kendrick Lamar Big Steps Into "King of Rap" Role In Dallas: Review and Setlist appeared first on Consequence."Is Dallas in this shit tonight?" Kendrick Lamar asked a roaring crowd before performing 'Purple Hearts' from his new…
Cool and calm, Cohlman’s pop rap is inspired by techno with an understated charm
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Issa Rae’s Rap Sh!t has fun with the less glamorous parts of hip-hop
Set in Miami and shot on location, the story follows high school friends who reconnect in their twenties to form a rap duo. Mia (rapper KaMillion) is a single mom with a five-figure IG following, who wears makeup and strips on OnlyFans but…
Over a Decade of Upbeat Rhythm: Indie Rap Artist Cotes to Perform at Funk ‘n Dive | News,…
Cody "Cotes" Whiteleather will perform Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Funk 'n Dive in Ogden.…
Ja Rule and Ashanti will perform classic rap hits in Honolulu this fall
July 20—Rap fans can celebrate with a visit to classic rap duo Ja Rule and Ashanti, performing at Aloha Tower Marketplace in October. Tickets for the concert will go on sale Saturday.Ja Rule, also known as Jeffrey Bruce Atkins, landed…
Lil Uzi Vert changes pronouns to “them/them”
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Lil Uzi Vert is making a change as they gear up for a new project.
On…
DJ Premier Remy Ma & Rapsody
Today (July 15), DJ Premier released their first solo project in years. Hip Hop 50: Volume 1 is a five-song EP from legend Gang Starr. Each cup features the best MCs representing over 35 years of rap…
Bear1Boss revamps old Atlanta rap tricks
Born in Buffalo, New York, but having spent most of his life in Atlanta, Bear was introduced to the studio around the age of eight, when his uncle was churning out trap music during the style's heyday. He soaked up all the music in his…
Rappers with the most mentions, the most popular
If Houston had an official soundtrack, it would be dominated by rap music.It's an integral part of the city's culture, a sound that characterizes everything unique to Houston. In the early 90s, DJ Screw pioneered the choppy and screwy…
Medieval Rap Music
Art has the power to transport us through space and time. It's a trick that's come in handy during the pandemic when many of us have spent our days sheltering in place delving into artistic hobbies.
Many of us have revamped classics,…
Listen to OTM’s “Adios”: Today’s New Rap Music
OTM - "Adios"ContentsThis content can also be viewed on the site from which it originated.One of Drakeo the Ruler's last great verses is his appearance on the "Cliffhanger" remix, where he rips the beat as nimbly as a defensive lineman.…
The rap superstar delivers a show that kills and forgives its delay
FESTIVAL ESSENCE (AP)Nicki Minaj is late. Two giant screens on either side of the main stage deliver that message to the large and growing crowd waiting for their latest headliner wirelessly. Some take this as a sign of departure; we're…
Sleepy Hallow is a New York rap innovator: July 2022 interview
Sleepy Hallow does not hesitate to illustrate the ugliest sides of life in its music. He knows his fans feel empowered seeing others go through the same struggles as them, and he's motivated by their responses to his songs."In my comments,…
Listen to Topside and Veeze’s “Ian’s the Devil”: New Rap Music Today
Topside and Veeze - "Ian is the Devil"ContentsThis content can also be viewed on the site from which it originated.Detroit producer Topside's compilation mixtape Lost files collected final versions of a bunch of songs that I thought were…
5 Best Rap Albums of June 2022
So much rap music is released all the time, and especially with frequent surprise releases, it can be hard to keep track of it all. So, to help you keep track of it all, here's a roundup of the 5 rap albums of June 2022 that stood out to…
Daz Dillinger announces retirement from rap
Daz Dillinger is quitting the rap game.On June 25, rapper The Dogg Pound announced that he would be retiring. Daz made the revelation via Instagram, sharing the news with his more than 633,000 followers.“The legend has officially retired.…
The confessions of a conscious rap fan
Some time after Jay-Z wore a Che Guevara T-shirt for his MTV unplugged performance in 2001, the “urban” clothing store in my local mall – the place where I bought all my Enyce, Sean John, Ecko and Marithé+François Girbaud – started selling…
Method Man Announces Upcoming Rap Album With Son PXWER – VIBE.com
The Wu-Tang Clan has proven it's for kids over the past three decades, a mission that continues as the group's members continue to build on their heritage by empowering their offspring to carry the torch. Method Man is the latest…
Brandy saves Jack Harlow’s performance with her top class freestyle rapping
Singer-songwriter Brandy is not only in the business of making hits, but apparently fixing fences.At the 2022 BET Awards, the "Queens" actor made a surprise appearance during Jack Harlow's performance, showcasing his rapping skills,…
Disney+ Original Movie ‘Whale Rap’ of ‘Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers’…
Walt Disney Records has released the song "Whale Rap" from the Disney+ Original movie "Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers" which is available to stream now on Disney+.
The track, which includes a remix of the Disney Afternoon Theme written by…
Cardi B plans to ‘trample’ the rap game with a new album
Cardi B continues to rack up the praise despite backlash and naysayers. Not only Cardi's debut album Privacy breach No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, it was also No. 16 on rolling stones List of "greatest hip-hop…
The best wedding TikTok? Video of couple dancing to viral rap Jiggle Jiggle leaves netizens in awe,…
If you're about to film a TIkTok at your wedding, why not take inspiration from a viral video that some netizens call the best "WeddingTok".
A couple from Singapore surprised their guests and amused the internet when they danced to the…
Louis Theroux says his kids think his ‘Jiggle Jiggle’ rap is ‘cringe’…
Louis Theroux broke his silence on his rap "Jiggle Jiggle" which went viral on TikTok earlier this year.The filmmaker and journalist spoke with The New York Times to discuss when he found out his bars – taken from an episode…
Bay Area Rap Playlist for Warriors Parade: Kehlani, E-40, Too Short, G-Eazy
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Dub Nation, it's time to party! The Golden State Warriors will celebrate their fourth NBA title in the last eight years during Monday's championship parade in San Francisco.
The Bay Area is ready to go…