The first solo album in three years from the New York rapper (and his first release since his twin 2023 stunners, the Kenny Segal collab Maps, which landed on our 2023 year-end list, and Armand Hammer ...

Nigerian pop stars are often accused of singing about love and money and ignoring social issues. Falz isn’t one of them.

Explore the best rap albums of 2025, from long-awaited returns to breakout moments. See which projects defined the year in ...

Our favorite albums of the year include a new release from Chance the Rapper and the final album engineered by Steve Albini.

Brandon Blue is an open format DJ in Dallas, often found spinning at neighborhood spots like Double Ds. He mainly uses ...

MC Couper compares Malayalam rap to the writings of author Vaikom Basheer. 'The state needs more cultural pillars like rap, ...

After Atlanta pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell stopped dwelling on growing his congregation about three years ago, its attendance surged. Now, lines packed with young adults snake outside 281 ...

From rap battles to a record deal with Sony Music Latin, Argentine rapper and artist Milo J is Billboard's Latin Artist on the Rise in December.

Amir Richardson, who goes by the Bul Bey, was told his music wasn't Philly enough. Now, his music plays in one of the most ...

This year was one of comebacks and debuts from a wide range of hip-hop artists. Industry giants like Young Thug, Lil Wayne, ...

In the 11 years since Chicken Shop Date launched, the show has welcomed guests with shocking criminal backgrounds.

From the thrills and spills of Lily Allen’s ‘divorce album’ to dazzling pop debuts, introspective UK rap and country romps, ...