Hip-Hop Music
Danny Brown Latest Musician to Accuse Die Antwoord's Ninja of Misconduct
"It freaked me out," Brown said of the alleged incident, which he said took place at an after-party in Paris.
Shiloh Jolie-Pitt Becomes TikTok Sensation as Dance Career Takes Flight
The 16-year-old daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt has captivated a growing audience online, thanks to her hip-hop dance moves.
Kendrick Lamar's Controversial New Song About Trans 'Auntie' Divides Fans
Lamar raps candidly on "Auntie Diaries," from his recently released album "Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers," as he discusses his journey with homophobia.
Young Thug's Lawyer Says He'll Fight Allegations to 'Last Drop of Blood'
The rapper has been indicted on conspiracy to violate Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, and criminal street gang activity.
Kanye West Appears on 'The Kardashians' With Ray J Sex Tape Hard Drive
The footage became a talking point after West and Kardashian's 6-year-old son, Saint, was sent a picture of his mother while playing the online game Roblox.
Tupac 'Was Offended' When Jada Asked Him Not to Attack Will Smith
When Jada Pinkett Smith started dating Will Smith in 1995, she was allegedly concerned it would anger Tupac Shakur, despite the two being just friends.
What Happened at DaBaby's Home? Police Respond to Shooting Reports
DaBaby's North Carolina home was visited by police on Wednesday evening, when "one subject suffering from a non-life threatening gunshot wound" was found.
Archie Eversole Tributes Pour In After Atlanta Rapper's Death
Archie Eversole, 37, was best known for his 2002 hit "We Ready" and a fervent supporter of MLS team Atlanta United.
Nicki Minaj Tells James Corden She's Lost 'Freedom,' Confidence With Age
"It's not natural for a human being to just always feel like everyone's critiquing them," Nicki Minaj said.
Videos of Goonew's Dead Body Propped Up on Stage Spark Outrage
In footage shared on social media, the body of slain rapper Goonew, real name Markelle Morrow, is seen propped up on a nightclub stage ahead of his burial.
Cardi B Quits Twitter, Instagram After Spat With Fans Over Grammys No-Show
"I'm deleting my twitter but On God I hate this f***in dumba** fan base," wrote rapper Cardi B ahead of her social media departure.
Travis Scott Announces Event Safety Initiative After Astroworld Tragedy
In his first interview about the tragedy in December last year, the rapper and Houston native said Astroworld had put him on an "emotional rollercoaster."
Ukrainian Boxers, Model, Hip-Hop Star Join Fight Against Russia
After returning to Ukraine from London, current world heavyweight boxing champ Oleksandr Usyk appealed to Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt the attack on his homeland.
Suspect in Young Dolph Murder Investigation Mistakenly Released From Jail
Shundale Barnett was arrested last month after Young Dolph's fatal shooting. But instead of extraditing him from Indiana to Tennessee, authorities released him.
Jay-Z Urges NY Lawmakers To Stop Using Lyrics Against Rappers in Court
Jay-Z has joined forces with a host of musicians to ask New York lawmakers to sign and turn into state law the "Rap Music on Trial" bill.
Justin Johnson Hunted by Police Over Young Dolph's Fatal Shooting
Police in Memphis have named Justin Johnson, 23, as a suspect in the shooting death of rapper Young Dolph, who was killed while visiting a local cookie store.
Flavor Flav 'Still Traumatized' After He Was Almost Crushed by Boulder
Rapper Flavor Flav—real name William Jonathan Drayton Jr.—was driving in Los Angeles County on Tuesday when his car was hit by a boulder.
Travis Scott Says Astroworld Deaths Put Him on an 'Emotional Rollercoaster'
In his first interview since 10 fans died at his Astroworld Festival, Travis Scott spoke with Charlamagne Tha God about the events on the day—and the aftermath.
Boosie Badazz Slammed After Doubling Down on Homophobic Lil Nas X Comments
Boosie Badazz has accused openly gay rapper Lil Nas X of being a negative influence on children.
Hip-Hop Artists, Cousins Linked to Wu-Tang Clan Dead After Double Shooting
The two men were members of the Brooklyn Zu, a group closely associated with late Wu-Tang Clan co-founder ODB.
Biggie: The Larger-Than-Life Rap Icon Who Brought Hip-Hop to the Masses
In honor of the Notorious B.I.G.'s 2020 induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, here's a look at how the icon moved rap from a counterculture into the mainstream.
AMAs Highlights from Selena Gomez to Prince's Sister
There was some anti-Trump sentiment at the music industry awards show.
Steve Miller Blasts Rock Hall of Fame—At His Induction
The Rock Hall of Fame's limited selection process draws heat from skeptics, largely because those who do the choosing aren't themselves musicians.
Listen & Watch: Billboard Create Hip-Hop Audio Timeline
Lean back and let Public Enemy and De La Soul take you back to the '90s
Lil Dicky, the Jerry Seinfeld of Rap
The Jewish rapper just entered the hip-hop major leagues. His next big challenge: avoid a nervous breakdown.
Puff Daddy Is Puff Daddy Again, and Drops a New Track at BET Awards
Still no word on when the mogul will release his first album since 2010.
Keith Richards: Rap is for 'Tone-Deaf People'
When asked about drugs, the Rolling Stones guitarist offered some to the interviewer.
Dr. Dre Announces New Album, Releases Tracklist
'Compton: The Soundtrack' will be Dre's first solo record since 1999
Hip-Hop and Rap Were the Real Musical Revolution, Not Rock, Study Suggests
Researchers tracked the evolution of U.S. pop music over the past 60 years using data analysis.
When Did Boston Start Having Good Music Festivals?
Converse announces five days of free concerts in Beantown.