Looking Back On The J. Cole Smash “2014 Forest Hills Drive” A Decade Later

As a full promo effort for the J Cole LP ‘2014 Forest Hills Drive’ builds up anew, we look at what the record accomplished for its creator.
Is Ariana Grande The Next “Queen of Christmas” With This Viral Hit?

Sabrina Carpenter and Kelly Clarkson also top this week’s holiday edition of the Trending Tracks chart!
Drake Files Lawsuits Against UMG Over ‘Not Like Us’ And Kendrick Lamar Feud

In the latest flare-up between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, the latter’s lawsuits via his Frozen Moments LLC allege major label malpractice.
Jorja Smith Steps Back In With Double Single ‘Loving You / Don’t Let Me Go’

Jorja Smith taps into mid-century aesthetics and classic R&B for “Loving You / Don’t Let Me Go,” a stellar new double single.
Amine Consolidates Recent Singles With New EP, “.mp3s”

With ‘.mp3s,’ Amine showcases a ton of versatility, bouncing between 808-laden rap, alt R&B and electronic in the span of just four tracks.
International Discovery: The Birth of Shatta & Landing Stateside With Aya Nakamura

The history of Shatta: a dancehall genre born in the French Antilles that quickly reached Europe and North America and is now a club must.
Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo Make A “Wicked” Entrance On the Charts

‘Wicked’ breaks box office records with massive $164 million global opening weekend, surpassing Disney’s ‘Frozen 2’ and more.
Mac Miller Estate Announces New Album, “Balloonerism,” For January

News of Mac Miller’s passing at age 27 in 2018 rocked the music industry. On top of a dedicated fanbase, the multi-talent cultivated deep, personal relationships with a litany of faces around hip-hop and elsewhere: John Mayer, ScHoolboy Q, Vince Staples, etc. His presence is still felt greatly through many of those same names. He […]
Miguel Gears Up For 2025 Moves With ‘Always Time’

With “Always Time,” a moody breakup anthem, Miguel appears to be gearing up for his first full-length in seven years.
Kendrick Lamar Makes Triumphant Return With “GNX”

Kendrick Lamar is back with his newest LP, GNX. Suffice it to say, it is truly something we’ve never heard from the Compton MC yet in his legendary career. Without further ado, let’s dive into the album. “Wacced Out Murals” Sees Kendrick Come Out Firing With “Wacced Out Murals,” Kendrick comes out swinging on GNX, […]