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Chris Brown And K-Pop Demon Hunters Rocket Up This Week’s Tracks Rankings

Another week, another set of risers on our rankings. While the release calendar seemingly hasn’t cooled off in weeks on the hip-hop side of things,…

Matthew Varga·
August 15, 2025·

A photo of Atlanta rapper Playboi Carti. "BACKR00MS," a single featuring Travis Scott, is the fourth single he's dropped in recent months, heating up rumors of an album on the horizon.

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After Three Months, Playboi Carti Keeps Traction on “Music”

The album 'Music' from Playboi Carti is finally here—spanning 30 tracks and 76 minutes. Fans are divided, but streaming numbers are soaring.

Jack Friedman·
August 14, 2025·

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Freddie Gibbs And The Alchemist Serve Up “Alfredo 2”

2020 remains a year to forget for so many reasons, but Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist made the most of that maligned year. As we…

Matthew Varga·
August 11, 2025·

Fifteen years into her career, and Australian singer-songwriter Lenka remains in tip-top form on her new album "Intraspectral."

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Interview: Lenka’s Sixth Album, “Intraspectral” Shines Bright

The earwormy “Ultraviolet” and “Champion” bill the project’s standout singles and encourage a carefree spirit.

Andres Fabris·
August 6, 2025·

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Justin Bieber And Drake Make Late Summer Chart Surge On This Week’s Track Rankings

Given our complaints within this format regarding the overall stagnation that the charts can recently fall victim to, we shouldn’t be complaining about new material…

Matthew Varga·
July 31, 2025·

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Travis Scott and ‘Jackboys 2’ Join Clipse And Renée Rapp On This Week’s Tracks Rankings

It’s not just us. For those who pay attention to the “inside baseball” aspect of the music industry, among the biggest chart stories of recent…

Matthew Varga·
July 24, 2025·

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Zuli Jr. Discusses “The Snake” EP And What Lies Beyond In Exclusive Conversation With Music Daily

In a Music Daily exclusive interview, Zuli Jr. opens up about his most vulnerable project yet and what future chapters might hold.

Matthew Varga·
July 21, 2025·

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Drake, PLUTO, And K-Pop Demon Hunters Headline This Week’s Tracks Rankings

Though Drake and Pluto have solid cases in their own right, we unexpectedly step into the film realm for this week’s biggest winner: Netflix’s animated…

Matthew Varga·
July 15, 2025·

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A photo of Chicago-born rapper Mick Jenkins.

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Feature Artist Profile: Chicago’s Own Rapper Mick Jenkins

As far as origin stories, there are few that feature shoulder brushing with as many notable names as Mick Jenkins'.

Matthew Varga·
July 9, 2025·

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Some Music History for Early July: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Kanye, Rolling Stones

July 3: You Just Need One Sock This day in 1983 was the one when Red Hot Chili Peppers notoriously walked the stage of the…

Teresa Bigioli·
July 7, 2025·

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Movies and Animated Movies: Looking Back On Some Notable Soundtracks

The connection between music and images has always been indissoluble, especially within films. We cannot in fact imagine that a horror film is as scary…

Teresa Bigioli·
June 30, 2025·

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Cardi B Is “Outside” To Nab Prime Position On This Week’s Tracks Ranking

Many of our weekly check-ins this year decry the sometimes static nature of the charts, replete with hold-overs from earlier months or even years. From…

Matthew Varga·
June 26, 2025·

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A ReDiscovery: Ten Of The Best Albums Of 2016

(Some of) The Best Albums Of 2016 Can we time travel back to 2016 for a second? The decade 2010-2020 had really great music. From…

Kayla Ortiz·
June 18, 2025·

A BTS still of Sabrina Carpenter from her "Manchild" video. The singer is a star of the Music Daily Tracks rankings alongside Morgan Wallen.

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Morgan Wallen Is Utterly Dominant And Sabrina Carpenter Strikes Again On This Week’s Tracks Rankings

Any year in music takes a bit of time to develop its own unique texture, kicking off January after a (sometimes literal) deep freeze that…

Matthew Varga·
June 13, 2025·

Discovery ·

Music Discovery: After The Oscars, Interstellar Orchestra Has a Unique Take on Hans Zimmer From Italy

An event brought us to the discovery of one of the fastest-growing, most innovative and groundbreaking acts around. All the way from Italy, today we…

Teresa Bigioli·
June 9, 2025·

A still of Mariah the Scientist, a star of our Tracks report alongside Youngboy Never Broke Again.

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Mariah The Scientist’s Stays Hot On This Week’s Tracks Report

As we careen towards the midpoint of the year, the picture of what songs have defined 2025 to date is crystallizing. Perhaps you could’ve pegged…

Matthew Varga·
June 6, 2025·

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Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Arrives On Disney+

2023 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame night is getting closer and closer! And, as the time comes, we’re excited to present to you the…

Teresa Bigioli·
October 10, 2023·

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I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME Drop ‘WHAT LOVE?’ Along with New Album News

"There was something about that song that would not leave my brain and I thought that maybe there’s a reason for that," Dallon Weekes says about his new song "WHAT LOVE?"

Maia Robbins·
October 6, 2023·

99makaveli, the Canadian born and LA based producer that's recently become a Tiktok presence with her behind-the-scenes video series detailing life as a hip hop producer. Taken from @99makaveli on Instagram.

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Featured Artist: 99Makaveli, TikTok Star & Star Producer

In the past few months, the LA-based producer 99Makaveli has struck gold—finding a reliable formula for huge view counts with her “make a beat with…

Matthew Varga·
October 6, 2023·

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Gatecreeper Has Finished Recording Their 3rd Album

Death metal band Gatecreeper has wrapped up the recording process of their third album. It will be the band’s first album release since 2019. Speaking…

Brian Kennedy·
October 5, 2023·

A still from the video for Lainey Wilson, Darius Rucker and The Cadillac Three's cover of "Comin' To Your City," recently announced as the new ESPN College GameDay theme.

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Darius Rucker, Lainey Wilson & The Cadillac Three Are ‘Comin’ to Your City’ in New ESPN GameDay Theme

Uniting some hard hitters from both rock and country, ESPN spared no expense in crafting the new theme song for their flagship college football show,…

Matthew Varga·
October 4, 2023·

Argentian DJ and producer Bizarrap, famous for his BZRP sessions. Taken from @bizarrap on Instagram.

Music ·

Bizarrap Teases New Session With Extended Video ‘BIZAPOP’

The Wild & Cinematic Visual Announces New Music The “BIZAPOP” visual opens with a DJ spinning Fred Again..’s remix of Lil Baby’s “Baby,” a tip-off…

Matthew Varga·
October 3, 2023·

The official poster for Usher's halftime show at Super Bowl LVIII. Taken from @usher on Instagram.

Music ·

Usher To Perform at Super Bowl LVIII Halftime

With the NFL schedule already in full swing, we just got major news regarding the season’s finale. For this year’s Super Bowl, it’ll be Usher…

Matthew Varga·
October 2, 2023·

Music ·

Echoes of an Era: ’70s Pop and New Wave Revolution

In the dazzling tapestry of musical evolution, the 1970s emerged as a crucible for an auditory revolution that would redefine the sonic landscape. Like echoes…

Andrew Garrison·
September 29, 2023·

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Solana Imani Rowe better known as SZA, announces the deluxe version of her astronomically successful album, SOS.

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SZA’s “SOS” Deluxe Version Set To Release This Fall

SZA Announces SOS Deluxe Solana Imani Rowe, better known as SZA, announces the deluxe version of her astronomically successful album, SOS. The singer-songwriter paused her…

Julia Laughlin·
September 20, 2023·

Music ·

Music History September 18-24

History as you’ve never seen it: albums, artists’ births, rumors, and more: discover with us what happened this week in music history. September 18: Jimi…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 19, 2023·

Music ·

Nirvana Releasing “In Utero” 30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

The 30th anniversary of In Utero‘s release is no small event. As such, Nirvana fans are getting more than just a simple remaster. On October…

Brian Kennedy·
September 19, 2023·

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Discover RAYE And Her Journey Since ‘Escapism’

Discover with us RAYE, the artist who broke the internet with her hit “Escapism.” With her incredible voice and amazing bars, she has more than…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 15, 2023·

Breaking News ·

NCT 127, EXO, aespa, and More SM Artists Join HYBE Fan Platform Weverse

Several SM Entertainment artists have just joined the HYBE fan platform Weverse, including NCT 127, EXO, and aespa. What is Weverse? Weverse is a South…

Maia Robbins·
September 13, 2023·

Breaking News ·

The 2023 VMAs: Everything You Missed

Fittingly, the VMAs began with Olivia Rodrigo, who’s captivated both the charts and popular culture with her second, critically acclaimed album GUTS. She kicked off…

Matthew Varga·
September 13, 2023·

Breaking News ·

IVE Announce Tracklist and Title Tracks for Upcoming EP “I’VE MINE”

Kpop girl group IVE has just announced the tracklist, title songs, and single releases for their upcoming EP, I’VE MINE. The Title Songs and Singles…

Maia Robbins·
September 12, 2023·

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Music History: September 11-17

History as you’ve never seen it: albums, artists’ births, rumors, and more: discover with us what happened this week in music history. September 11: Reggae…

Teresa Bigioli·
September 12, 2023·

Music ·

Kali Uchis’ Spotlight at the GRAMMY Museum + Tour Updates

Starting September 14th, you can visit the Kali Uchis spotlight exhibit at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles. Kali Uchis’ Second GRAMMY Appearance Open six…