After a previous pair of runner-up results, Kehlani achieves their first No. 1 on Billboard ’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart ...

This week’s new music rollout leans heavily into singles, with a mix of established names and rising voices delivering fresh ...

Hip-hop music, a dynamic and influential genre that originated in the streets of the Bronx, New York City, has transformed into a worldwide cultural phenomenon. It has become a powerful voice for ...

Breaking genre walls: Hip-hop’s roots draw from funk, jazz, soul, and beyond, showing that its DNA is built on curiosity and fusion. Sampling as education: Samples often lead listeners to discover new ...

This year marks the 50th anniversary of hip-hop—a genre that revolutionized global music. It originated on the streets of New York City in the late 20th century, with an infamous back-to-school jam ...

What's going on with rap? After celebrating 50 years of legacy in 2023 with marquee moments like the Hip Hop 50 multi-headliner concert at Yankee Stadium, plus Kendrick Lamar's historic run – capped ...

SEATTLE — The Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) is celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip-hop throughout the month of August. Here are some events, exhibits, and pop-ups honoring hip-hop’s history. The ...

AI is transforming how hip-hop fans discover, create, and curate music, with tools ranging from sample identification to personalized playlists and beat generation. Platforms like Spotify, Track ...

House music being celebrated in new songs from big-time acts like Drake and Beyoncé has turned into a huge conversation as of late, but the fast-paced, drum and hi-hat-riddled genre has always had a ...

Hip hop and gambling go way back – especially when rappers talk about money. Traditionally, these gambling references revolved around the glitz of physical casinos. But recently, things have changed.