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Mike D’s “Thank You” album arrives August 28 as the Beastie Boys cofounder’s first solo LP, shaped by family, grief, gratitude, and home-studio sessions.

Hip-Hop’s history is bigger than one room, one borough or one night. Still, August 11 remains the date the culture returns to when it marks its birthday. On August 11, 1973, Cindy Campbell organized a back-to-school party in the recreation room at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the Bronx. Her brother, Clive Campbell—DJ Kool Herc—worked the turntables. The gathering became famous for the technique Herc was developing: extending the percussion breaks dancers waited for by moving betwe

Houston will honor DJ Screw on August 8 with Paul Wall, Z-Ro and programming focused on the sound that transformed the city’s Hip-Hop identity.

Ms. Lauryn Hill is taking Diaspora Calling! to Milton Keynes with Wyclef Jean, Erykah Badu, Fireboy DML, Giggs and a full-album Fugees performance.

Rocky moved the conversation from concert subliminals to an on-record answer, disputing Drake’s claim that Rihanna did not support his album.

Rihanna’s Grand Kadooment appearance was bigger than a fashion moment—it placed Barbados’ signature celebration and its creative traditions before a global audience.

The 2003 G-Unit sneaker is coming back as a faithful retro, returning at the intersection of nostalgia, streetwear and hip-hop business history.

A brief Nashville concert interaction has become a larger online conversation about fan expectations, comfort and consent during live-show participation.

A thoughtful gesture from Beyoncé is receiving attention after Oprah Winfrey shared details about a special gift from the superstar. Winfrey said the gift followed comments she made about being deeply impressed by Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour. The exchange reflects the mutual respect between two of entertainment’s most influential figures and offers fans a rare glimpse at their personal connection. Beyoncé has frequently used customized gifts, handwritten notes and carefully as

MGK is bringing Wiz Khalifa into the center of this year’s MGK Day celebration in Cleveland. The annual hometown event returns in August with a headline concert featuring both artists. The celebration has grown from a fan-centered gathering into a larger weekend built around music, community activity and MGK’s relationship with his home city. The collaboration is a natural fit. MGK and Wiz Khalifa emerged during the period often described as hip-hop’s blog era, when online mi

The music industry has changed dramatically over the past decade, shifting from a label-driven system to a more artist-controlled landscape. Today, artists no longer need to rely exclusively on major labels to reach audiences. Streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, along with social media channels such as Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, have created direct pathways between artists and fans. Independent musicians can now release music on their own schedules, build l

Streaming may have changed how fans consume music, but summer remains the industry's most competitive and influential time of year. Historically, summer has always been tied to some of the biggest moments in music—from chart-topping singles to iconic festival performances. Even in the streaming era, that tradition continues as artists aim to create the next "song of the summer," a track that dominates playlists, radio, and social media. Artists continue timing album releases,