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New Music Friday: Hurricane Wisdom, Roy Woods, Nino Paid and More Lead August 7 Releases
Hurricane Wisdom delivers a major new album, Roy Woods returns with late-night R&B, Nino Paid represents the region, and Inspectah Deck keeps lyricism front and center.
Aug 7


Busta Rhymes Sets August 25 for J Dilla-Produced Dillagence 2
Busta Rhymes has put a date on one of the most closely watched producer-vault projects in Hip-Hop. Dillagence 2 is scheduled for August 25 and will be built entirely around unreleased production from the late J Dilla. The album follows the 2007 mixtape Dillagence, hosted by Mick Boogie, which paired Busta’s elastic delivery with Dilla’s drums and off-center swing. The sequel is not being presented as a loose tribute compilation. Busta’s announcement frames it as the continuat
Aug 7


Chance the Rapper’s Coloring Book Anniversary Tour Is Coming to Baltimore
Chance the Rapper’s Coloring Book Celebration Heads to Baltimore.
Aug 6


Tyga Says AI Was a Tool in the Making of $TARFACE
After days of outside claims about the project, Tyga has directly confirmed that artificial intelligence was part of the creative process.
Aug 6


Ms. Lauryn Hill Brings Diaspora Calling! to the U.K. With a Fugees Celebration
Ms. Lauryn Hill is taking Diaspora Calling! to Milton Keynes with Wyclef Jean, Erykah Badu, Fireboy DML, Giggs and a full-album Fugees performance.
Aug 6


Pooh Shiesty Announces All Eyes On Shiest and Drops “Last Man Breathin”
Pooh Shiesty has turned the middle of the week into album mode, announcing an August 7 release and giving listeners the project’s first immediate preview.
Aug 5


Beyoncé and JAY-Z Reunite on the “Morning Dew (Donk)” Remix Pack
Beyoncé’s latest release turns “Morning Dew (Donk)” into a four-track remix package—and brings JAY-Z back to a widely released guest verse.
Aug 5


PowerPage Nightcap: Drake, Viola Davis and Baltimore Close August 4
The August 4 Power1047 Nightcap covers Drake, Future and Don Toliver on the charts, Akeylah Simone’s new R&B statement, Viola Davis’ Ascent, Baltimore’s National Night Out, Ted Lasso and ten classic slow jams.
Aug 4


Ty Dolla $ign Joins aespa in the New “Switchblade” Music Video
The August 4 visual gives Ty Dolla $ign and aespa’s electronic crossover a new international spotlight.
Aug 4


Power1047 Nightcap: J. Cole, Kehlani and Dahi Close Out August 3
Tonight’s Power1047 Nightcap covers J. Cole’s new Hip-Hop magazine, Kehlani’s tour launch, Dahi and Loe Shimmy’s latest moves, Baltimore arts and ten slow jams.
Aug 3


UPDATE: Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s “WAP” Is Now Diamond
A new RIAA certification turns one of the 2020s’ biggest rap collaborations into a 10-million-unit record.
Aug 3


Ye’s 2026 Tour Enters August With Stadium Dates From Portugal to Chicago
Ye’s official tour calendar points to a stadium-scale August run beginning August 7 in Portugal and reaching New Orleans on August 28.
Aug 3


ScHoolboy Q Will Take Blank Face LP Back on the Road for Its 10th Anniversary
Ten years after Blank Face LP sharpened ScHoolboy Q’s balance of menace, humor and reflection, the TDE rapper is taking the album on a limited anniversary run.
Aug 3


Lil Uzi Vert Opens August With the Eight-Track Maverick “Almost Forever” EP
The Philadelphia artist’s compact new project delivers eight tracks in 23 minutes and begins a fresh chapter under Cor(e).
Aug 3


New Music Friday: Cardi B, Meek Mill, Dave East, Jacquees and More Lead July 31 Releases
Cardi B returns with “AH HA,” Meek Mill revisits a classic, Jacquees delivers Mood 2, and Too $hort extends his legendary run on a loaded New Music Friday.
Jul 31


Cardi B Turns Up the Summer With New Single “AH HA” Arriving Friday
Cardi B is officially returning with new music. The Bronx rapper announced that her next single, “AH HA,” will arrive on streaming services Friday, July 31. The track will be Cardi’s first official release of 2026 and follows a short social-media preview that immediately generated reactions from fans. Cardi unveiled the release date Wednesday after teasing a portion of the record earlier in the week. Her announcement framed the song as a club-ready summer release, giving list
Jul 30


Nas to Receive BMI Icon Award at 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards
BMI will honor Nas with its highest distinction during the organization’s 2026 R&B/Hip-Hop Awards on August 26 in Los Angeles.
Jul 29


Busta Rhymes Joins the Marley Family at Kaya Fest Toronto
Busta Rhymes is joining one of the summer’s biggest multigenerational celebrations of reggae, dancehall and hip-hop. The veteran New York rapper has been added to Kaya Fest Toronto, scheduled for Saturday, August 22, at Markham Fairgrounds. He joins Stephen Marley, Damian Marley, Julian Marley, Ky-Mani Marley, Shabba Ranks, Lila Iké, Jesse Royal and YG Marley. The festival’s expanded programming also includes a Canadian All-Star Showcase featuring Jully Black, TOBi, Exco Levi
Jul 29


JAY-Z Opens Presales for New London and Los Angeles Stadium Shows
Demand for JAY-Z’s anniversary celebration is carrying the rap icon into additional stadium dates. Presales opened Wednesday, July 29, for newly added concerts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London and SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The second London performance is scheduled for September 5, following the previously announced September 4 show. Los Angeles will receive another performance on October 24 after the October 23 date. The expanded schedule also includes a September 1
Jul 29


Eminem Auctions Rare Air Jordans to Support the Marshall Mathers Foundation
Eminem is turning pieces from his personal sneaker collection into support for young people in Detroit. The rapper is auctioning several rare, autographed Air Jordan sneakers from his private collection, with proceeds benefiting the Marshall Mathers Foundation. The organization supports programs serving disadvantaged and at-risk youth in Eminem’s hometown and surrounding communities. The collection offers fans access to memorabilia connected directly to one of hip-hop’s most
Jul 29
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