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Drake Defends Hip-Hop and Music Videos Ahead of “Fear of Missing Out”

Drake’s mysterious film reflects his continued investment in hip-hop, music videos, and ambitious visual storytelling.

Jhené Aiko’s “Westside Whimsy” Challenges for No. 1 Billboard 200 Debut

Jhené Aiko’s first studio album in six years could deliver her first Billboard 200 No. 1.

AZ Chike Reveals “NO REST FOR THE WICKED” Tracklist

AZ Chike reveals "NO REST FOR THE WICKED" tracklist featuring Tyler but excluding Kendrick Lamar.

Anderson .Paak and Cordae Announce “A Good Day” From ‘HEAVY IS THE CROWN’

Anderson .Paak and Cordae sample Bill Withers on their uplifting new single, “A Good Day.”

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Victor Victor Deliver “Down For Real”

I just need something a bit more innovative from A Boogie.

Winyah Delivers an Explosive Indie-Rock Anthem With “Lot To Learn”

Winyah turns romantic euphoria into a furniture-moving indie-rock explosion on the electrifying “Lot To Learn.”

Cierra Cinti Turns Heartbreak Into Glittering Pop on “Party Favors”

Cierra Cinti turns heartbreak, empty pockets, and a reckless summer into freedom on “Party Favors.”

Beyoncé’s B’Day Returns to Billboard 200 at No. 8 With 38K Units

Beyoncé’s "B’Day" returns to Billboard 200’s top 10 after two decades with 38,000 units sold.

Biggest First-Week Billboard 200 Debuts of 2026

A list of all the notable first-week sales in hip-hop, country, R&B, and pop.

Tuck Nuisance – Can’t Box Me In (Album Review)

Tuck Nuisance refuses to stay in one lane throughout the hard-hitting and rebellious "Can’t Box Me In."

D-Block Europe and French Montana Struggle to Make Waves on “Worldwide Wave”

D-Block Europe and French Montana unite American and British street rap throughout "Worldwide Wave."

ADÉLA’s “PRIMA” Debuts at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 With 56K Units

ADÉLA earns her first Billboard 200 top-five album as "PRIMA" debuts impressively at No. 4.

A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Victor Victor Deliver “Down For Real”

I just need something a bit more innovative from A Boogie.

Winyah Delivers an Explosive Indie-Rock Anthem With “Lot To Learn”

Winyah turns romantic euphoria into a furniture-moving indie-rock explosion on the electrifying “Lot To Learn.”

Cierra Cinti Turns Heartbreak Into Glittering Pop on “Party Favors”

Cierra Cinti turns heartbreak, empty pockets, and a reckless summer into freedom on “Party Favors.”

Biggest First-Week Billboard 200 Debuts of 2026

A list of all the notable first-week sales in hip-hop, country, R&B, and pop.