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Cardi B’s ‘Invasion of Privacy’ Surpasses Lauryn Hill for Longest-Charting Debut Album by a Female Rapper

Photo Credit: Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images Back in 2018, Invasion of Privacy earned 202.6 million on-demand audio streams in its first week. Cardi B’s Invasion of Privacy is now the longest-charting debut album by a female rapper in Billboard 200 history. According to Chart Data, the album has spent 92 weeks on … Read moreCardi B’s ‘Invasion of Privacy’ Surpasses Lauryn Hill for Longest-Charting Debut Album by a Female Rapper

Inspired by Notorious BIG & JAY-Z, femdot. roams New York City

Photo Credit: Cesarin Mateo for Okayplayer.com On a rainy fall New York City day, femdot hit up the landmarks for three of his rap heroes: JAY-Z, The Notorious B.I.G, and A Tribe Called Quest.  femdot. Grew up in Chicago. But the music he listened to the most as a kid was ‘90s East Coast rap. … Read moreInspired by Notorious BIG & JAY-Z, femdot. roams New York City

NEZ and ScHoolboy Q’s “Wild Youngster” is an Infectious Chicago House Salute

Source: Youtube The Chicago producer puts one up for his hometown’s house legacy on a seductive new single. Following a long line of potent collaborations, NEZ and ScHoolboy Q have reunited on the infectious new single “Wild Youngster.” WATCH: ScHoolboy Q Gets Emotional Reminiscing Over Mac Miller Their latest link-up taps into the intoxicating minimalism … Read moreNEZ and ScHoolboy Q’s “Wild Youngster” is an Infectious Chicago House Salute

Slum Village’s T3 Announces New Solo Album, Shares Lead Single “Relax,” ft. Frank Nitt and Illa J

Source: Artist The venerable SV co-founder wrangles a pair of Detroit rap renegades for the first single off his upcoming album. T3, is readying a new solo project, Mr. Fantastic, for release next week. INTERVIEW: T3 & Young RJ Breakdown the Legacy of Slum Village, The Influence of J Dilla and More  Ahead of the album … Read moreSlum Village’s T3 Announces New Solo Album, Shares Lead Single “Relax,” ft. Frank Nitt and Illa J

Little Brother Announce Reunion Tour Dates for 2020

Photo credit: Eric Waters for AOC Phonte and Pooh are hitting the road this year. The Little Brother reunion tour is spilling into the new year. According to BrooklynVegan, the North Carolina duo is bringing their show to ten cities in 2020. Launching on January 17th in Atlanta, the tour hits Chicago and Baltimore before hopping … Read moreLittle Brother Announce Reunion Tour Dates for 2020

“You Put a Target on My Back” – Teen Kicked Off Stage by YG Responds in an Open Letter

(Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images) “You may carry hatred in your heart for people like President Trump and me, but I don’t hate anyone, including you.” Last October, during a performance at Mala Luna Festival, YG pulled a crowd member on stage when he noticed they weren’t joining in the “Fuck Donald Trump” chants ringing … Read more“You Put a Target on My Back” – Teen Kicked Off Stage by YG Responds in an Open Letter

Aretha Franklin’s Son Blasts ‘Respect’ Biopic, Insists Fans Boycott

(Photo by Cindy Ord/FilmMagic via Getty Images) Franklin’s son claims the film’s writers didn’t consult him, while the late singer’s attorney maintains he never actually asked to participate in the film’s creation. Kecalf Franklin, the youngest son of the late Aretha Franklin, is not pleased with the upcoming Respect biopic. In a heated all-caps Facebook post, Franklin … Read moreAretha Franklin’s Son Blasts ‘Respect’ Biopic, Insists Fans Boycott

The Marathon Continues: Nipsey Hussle’s ‘Victory Lap’ Officially Goes Platinum

Source: Genaro Molina / Getty Victory Lap Has Officially Been Certified Platinum Nipsey Hussle is now a platinum-selling artist. It’s been almost a full year since the rapper was shot and killed outside of his Marathon Clothing store in his Los Angeles, and now, his debut album, Victory Lap, just went platinum. Following news of … Read moreThe Marathon Continues: Nipsey Hussle’s ‘Victory Lap’ Officially Goes Platinum

Shaggy Turned Down Working With Rihanna on Her New Album Because He Didn’t Want to Audition

Photo Credit: Jo Hale/Redferns The Jamaican artist shared details on why he won’t be featured on Rihanna’s next album in his latest interview. Shaggy reportedly turned down a feature on Rihanna’s new reggae album, R9. According to a new interview with the UK’s Daily Star the Jamaican artist held nothing back when asked about the … Read moreShaggy Turned Down Working With Rihanna on Her New Album Because He Didn’t Want to Audition

Columbia Records Set to Release Miles Davis ‘Birth of the Cool’ Compilation Album

The soundtrack features commentary from musical legends like Carlos Santana and Herbie Hancock. The Miles Davis documentary Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool will make its television debut on PBS on February 25. On the preceding Friday, Columbia Records will release the film’s official soundtrack. The label calls the collection an “essential playlist for seasoned fans … Read moreColumbia Records Set to Release Miles Davis ‘Birth of the Cool’ Compilation Album

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