Apr 14, 2026
Protoje Finds New Depth in Reggae’s Roots
The In.Digg.Nation leader returns to foundational sounds and secures legacy features from the Marley brothers on his most grounded project to date.
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Apr 14, 2026
Andy Mineo and Wordsplayed Tease Long-Awaited Sequel to ‘Magic & Bird’
Seven years after their first collaborative outing, the New York duo is back in the studio finishing the follow-up to their 2017 standout mixtape.
Apr 14, 2026
Cassius Jay Recalls the Unfiltered Loyalty of the Late Trouble
Producer Cassius Jay reflects on a high-stakes moment of loyalty from the late Atlanta rapper Trouble, highlighting the grit behind the city's trap mythology.
Apr 14, 2026
Blueprint for a Dynasty: Kendrick Lamar’s 'HiiiPoWeR' Turns 15
A decade and a half later, the J. Cole-produced single remains the definitive pivot point for Kendrick Lamar’s rise to the global stage.
Apr 14, 2026
Miss Bliss Applies Pressure with “Bad Business”
Moving with a sharp sense of self-awareness, the Compton artist returns with a no-nonsense anthem about setting boundaries and moving with intention.
Apr 14, 2026
East Flatbush’s Nali Reclaims the R&B Ballad
The East Flatbush native rejects R&B tropes on her new EP, 'I Love Nali,' delivering freeform jazz-soul with a sharp, uncompromising edge.
Apr 14, 2026
Teddy Riley Outlines a New Blueprint for R&B Supergroups
The architect of New Jack Swing is assembling 'Guy 2.0,' a high-caliber collective designed to bring the Wu-Tang Clan’s group dynamic to the world of R&B.
Apr 14, 2026
BEAMS BOY and Vans Replicate the Sun-Faded 1980s
A meticulous homage to 1980s USA-made models, the new BEAMS BOY x Vans Authentic captures the specific charm of a sun-bleached, archival find.
Apr 14, 2026
Yuga Labs and Ryder Ripps Reach Final Settlement in Bored Ape Trademark Dispute
A multi-year legal battle over trademark infringement and conceptual satire concludes as Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen relinquish control of the RR/BAYC project to Yuga Labs.
Apr 14, 2026
VA Tokyo Merges Two Icons with the adidas ‘Superstan’
Tokyo-based imprint VA bridges the gap between the Superstar and the Stan Smith for a refined, triple-black hybrid.
Apr 14, 2026
Jordan Brand to End 22-Year Hiatus for the AJ10 'Red Steel'
After two decades in the vault, the 2005 cult classic is finally returning to the rotation.
Apr 14, 2026
Maryland Enacts PACE Act to Protect Rap Lyrics in Court
Maryland joins California and Louisiana in passing the PACE Act, a law requiring strict judicial oversight before rap lyrics can be used as evidence in criminal trials.
Apr 14, 2026
Adidas Originals Brings Pet Collection to Japan
The Three Stripes expands its technical pet-wear line to Japan, bridging the gap between street style and functional animal outerwear.
Apr 14, 2026
JAE5 Unites Skepta, Skillibeng, and Lojay on 'MINK SB'
JAE5 bridges the gap between London, Lagos, and Kingston on his latest single, featuring Skepta, Skillibeng, and Lojay.
Apr 14, 2026
Prosecution Blocks Pre-Sentencing Release for Jam Master Jay’s Killer
Federal prosecutors have successfully appealed a $1 million bond ruling that would have seen Karl Jordan Jr. released from custody before sentencing.
Apr 14, 2026
Usher and Chris Brown Launch Countdown for 'Raymond & Brown' Joint Tour
The R&B heavyweights have set a Tuesday deadline for the full reveal of their collaborative 'Raymond & Brown' tour.
Apr 14, 2026
BNYX and Quavo Set to Release 'HUNCHO STEP' This Friday
The Philadelphia producer bridges the gap between Rage and Atlanta trap on his latest single featuring Quavo.
Apr 14, 2026
Central Cee Formalizes the London-to-Global Pipeline with Syna x Nike Air Force 1
Central Cee’s Syna World marks a major milestone with an official Nike Air Force 1 collaboration, cementing the UK rapper’s status as a global style architect.
Apr 14, 2026
Lil Jon to Reflect on Three Decades of Crunk in New Memoir
The King of Crunk moves from the club to the page with a new memoir exploring his thirty-year career and the evolution of the Atlanta sound.
Apr 14, 2026
Karol G Claims the Desert for the Latin Diaspora
Karol G used her historic Coachella headline set to center the Latin experience, dedicating the performance to those struggling within the diaspora.
Apr 14, 2026
J. Cole Addresses Rough CBA Debut in China
After an 0-5 shooting performance in his debut with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, J. Cole is trading defensive posturing for a long-game perspective on his professional basketball career.
Apr 14, 2026
Charlamagne Tha God Questions the Dynamics of the Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane Fallout
Charlamagne Tha God weighs in on the Pooh Shiesty and Gucci Mane dispute, arguing that the alleged robbery reflects a double standard in how artists challenge Black versus white executives.
Apr 14, 2026
From Nirvana to The Cure: A 40-Year Live Archive Hits the Web
Chicago music devotee Aadam Jacobs is uploading over 10,000 live recordings to the Internet Archive, preserving four decades of the city's musical DNA.
Apr 14, 2026
Juelz Santana Reveals Lil Wayne’s Quiet $100K Gesture
Juelz Santana details a six-figure show of loyalty from Lil Wayne, offering a rare look into one of rap’s most enduring—and elusive—partnerships.