Universal Music Group has just revealed a long-term, global partnership deal with The Weeknd. Home to the star’s label, Republic Records, UMG put out a press release detailing the leveled-up relationship between itself and The Weeknd. “Over the past decade, we have been honored to work so closely with Abel who has quickly become one […]
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Future Reveals Full Tracklist for Upcoming Album “I Never Liked You”
Future just dropped the full tracklist for his new album I Never Liked You, which is set to release this Friday. The rapper revealed the name of the upcoming album just a few days ago, and, to excite fans even more, Future has pulled the curtain back to deliver a star-studded list of features and collaborations. […]
Lil Nas X Announces 2022 Tour Dates
Beginning in the fall, Lil Nas X will be taking his debut album Montero out on the road. The Grammy-winning artist will be touring North America throughout September and October and then head to Europe and the UK in November. The tour, titled the Long Live Montero Tour, is the multi-platinum-selling rapper and singer’s first-ever tour. […]
Lizzo Announces Fall 2022 North American Tour
Lizzo has announced that she will be captaining a fall tour across North America in support of her upcoming album, Special. “3 years since my last tour… and I’m finally coming back to YOU! So excited to announce the SPECIAL TOUR ‘22 Ft @Latto @AmericanExpress,” Lizzo tweeted. “Cardholder pre-sale starts 4/26 AND IF YOU PRE-SAVE MY […]
Tyler, The Creator Breaks Record for Largest Rap Album Vinyl Sales Week
Tyler, The Creator’s Grammy-winning Call Me If You Get Lost has just recently broken the record for the largest vinyl sales week since tracking began in 1991. It also now has the ninth-largest sales week amongst all vinyl albums, with Taylor Swift’s Red (Taylor’s Version) at the top with 114,000 sales during a week last November. The previous […]
Wu-Tang Clan, Nas to Embark on Joint Tour Across North America
Wu-Tang Clan and Nas will unite to tour across North America this summer. The NY State of Mind Tour is set to take off on August 30 in St. Louis, Missouri, and wrap up on October 4 in Los Angeles, California. Nas’ latest album, Magic, was released last year with Hit Boy. Wu-Tang’s iconic debut album, Enter […]
A$AP Rocky Arrested at LAX, Out on $550,000 Bond
After arriving at LAX after a Barbados vacation with his pregnant girlfriend Rihanna, A$AP Rocky was arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department for his connection in a 2021 shooting. According to sources, Rihanna was with the rapper, otherwise known as Rakim Mayers, when he was arrested. Mayers was booked into jail and later paid his […]
Kendrick Lamar Finally Announces Fifth Album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers”
Kendrick Lamar has officially announced his highly-anticipated fifth album, titled Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, which is set to release on May 13. In response to a tweet that read, “Kendrick Lamar is officially retired,” the rapper posted the link to his website. Upon clicking the link, fans and followers were met with a statement […]
Hip-Hop Legend DJ Kay Slay Dies of Covid at 55
Keith Grayson, AKA DJ Kay Slay, has died of complications from COVID-19. He was 55. “A dominant figure in hip-hop culture with millions of fans worldwide, DJ Kay Slay will be remembered for his passion and excellence with a legacy that will transcend generations,” a statement confirmed by the hip-hop icon’s family stated. DJ Kay […]
Brockhampton Announces Surprise Last Album at Coachella 2022
At one of their final shows following the announcement of an indefinite hiatus, rap group Brockhampton surprised fans with the news of one more album before taking a bow. A clip was played on stage after the group–consisting of Ameer Vann, Joba, Matt Champion, Meryln Wood, Dom McLennon, and Bearface, as well as producers Romil Hemnani, […]