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Ab-Soul’s Soul Burger: A Conceptual Tribute Beyond Hip-Hop Norms
With Soul Burger , Ab-Soul takes listeners on a journey far beyond a typical album release. The project, named in honor of his close...
Oct 28, 2024


Anderson .Paak Opens "Andy's," A Speakeasy Jazz Bar in West Hollywood
Grammy-winning artist Anderson .Paak has officially launched his new live-music venue, Andy's , bringing a fresh take on West Hollywood’s...
Oct 24, 2024


Dom Kennedy Reflects on Challenges to Bringing “Yellow Album” to Streaming Platforms
West Coast rapper Dom Kennedy recently opened up about the ongoing struggle to get his 2012 Yellow Album on streaming platforms like...
Oct 23, 2024


Tommy Richman Submits Million Dollar Baby for Grammy Rap Categories After Saying He’s "Not a Hip Hop Artist"
Tommy Richman’s viral TikTok hit Million Dollar Baby is set to compete in the rap categories at the 2025 Grammys, despite the artist’s...
Oct 23, 2024


Kendrick Lamar Declares Doechii “The Hardest Out,” Shifts Spotlight in Female Rap Scene
Kendrick Lamar, one of the most respected voices in hip-hop, recently took to Instagram to crown Doechii as "the hardest out." In an...
Oct 21, 2024


Poetry Redefined: Tietta's "If A Wallflower Could Dance" Blurs Genre Lines
Tietta's "If A Wallflower Could Dance" is not just an album: it's a statement. By seamlessly blending spoken word poetry with beautifully...
Oct 18, 2024


Dee-1's Candid Conversation on Bootleg Kev Podcast: Kendrick's Nod, Industry Accountability, and the Platinum Pledge
thought-provoking interview on the Bootleg Kev Podcast, rapper Dee-1, renowned for his conscious lyrics and unwavering faith, provided a...
Oct 18, 2024


United Masters: A Launching Pad for Independent Artists
In a recent interview with XXL, Steve Stoute, the founder and CEO of United Masters, gave the listerns some updates on brand and spoke...
Oct 18, 2024


Wiz Khalifa’s Kush & Orange Juice 2 Is in the Works—And Fans Are Ready
Earlier this year, Wiz Khalifa stirred up some disappointment when he announced on the Back on Figg podcast that there wouldn’t be a...
Oct 14, 2024


JasonMartin's Rebrand and Jay Worthy's Longevity Mark a New Era for West Coast Hip-Hop
West Coast hip-hop is enjoying a resurgence, and two key figures—Problem, now going by his birth name Jason Martin, and Jay Worthy—are...
Oct 14, 2024


Lyrical Layers: Doechii on Healing and Heartbreak in Alligator Bites Never Heal
Doechii has long been a rising force in hip-hop, but her latest mixtape, Alligator Bites Never Heal , takes her artistry to new depths....
Oct 12, 2024


Newcomer to Independent Powerhouse: BigXthaPlug’s Rapid Rise in Three Years
BigXthePlug is no stranger to taking a different path. Once a football player with big league dreams, the Dallas native has now become...
Oct 12, 2024


LaRussell Talks Investor Opportunities and Fan Engagement on Free Game Friday
In a recent episode of Free Game Friday , independent artist LaRussell, along with his business partner Tietta, offered listeners an...
Oct 12, 2024


When Does AI Cross the Line? Comparing Google's TextFX and ChatGPT's Song Maker in Music Creation
Artificial intelligence continues to weave its way into music, prompting conversations about how far technology should go in the creative...
Oct 10, 2024


Grammy Nominations Set to Be Announced Soon
The Recording Academy, representing a wide range of music professionals from performers to engineers, is gearing up to reveal the...
Oct 9, 2024


Experience Coach Tev's "COTY" EP Like Never Before at His 5-Year Anniversary Concert
Photo Credit: Jared Moody Coach Tev is set to celebrate the 5-year anniversary of his COTY EP with a special concert event at Double...
Oct 8, 2024


Blxst and Leon Thomas Heat Up Dallas with Soulful Sounds
Photo Credit: Mars Blackmon Blxst's "I'll Always Come Find You" tour rolled into Dallas' South Side Ballroom, transforming the venue...
Oct 8, 2024


"Kendrick and Rihanna Decline Coachella: What This Means for the Festival’s Future"
As ticket sales lag and major headliners decline, the festival faces a reckoning with its star power gaps Christopher Polk/Contributor...
Oct 7, 2024


Kehlani Takes Austin,TX on a Journey at Moody Amphitheater
Austin’s Moody Amphitheater transformed into a serene oasis on October 5, as Kehlani delivered an unforgettable performance, filled with...
Oct 7, 2024


Leadership Shifts, Layoffs, and Artist Cuts: A Music Industry in Transition
A significant wave of retirements and organizational shifts is hitting the music industry, with major CEOs and executives stepping down...
Oct 4, 2024
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