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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."

Discovery ·

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·

Featured ·

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·

Featured ·

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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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·

Music ·

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·

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NCT LAB Project Set to Release Four New Singles This Year

NCT LAB has just announced four new NCT releases: two solo songs, a duet, and a quartet. NCT LAB SM Entertainment project NCT LAB is,…

Maia Robbins·
August 30, 2023·

Celebrity ·

Ozuna Presents His Own Champagne Brand, Vocation

No tequila and no vodka, but champagne. Ozuna decided to go classy on his latest investment and announced the launch of his new luxury champagne…

Mattia Spitale·
August 29, 2023·

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Chuck D Announced as MLB’s Hip Hop Ambassador

Major League Baseball and Chuck D have inked an agreement to “connect the culture & game.” This is the latest step by the league to…

Matthew Varga·
August 29, 2023·

Featured ·

People’s Choice Country Awards Nominees Announced

The complete list of People’s Choice Country Awards Nominees was announced. Included are country icons and country up-and-comers. Also included are artists outside of country…

Brian Kennedy·
August 29, 2023·

After releasing her self-reflective ballad, "Used To Be Young", Miley Cyrus hints at a series with the same name.

Celebrity ·

Miley Cyrus’ “Used To Be Young” May Be A New Series Too

“I know I used to be crazy,” she sings. “I know I used to be fun. You say I used to be wild. I say I used to be young.”

Andres Fabris·
August 28, 2023·

Celebrity ·

Justin Bieber Leaves Scooter Braun’s Management

Justin Bieber is seeking new management after dismissing Scooter Braun’s management corporation. Along with Bieber, Demi Lovato is reportedly on the lookout for new management…

Brian Kennedy·
August 25, 2023·

News ·

Travis Scott Breaks Records With “UTOPIA”

Travis Scott breaks all his records (and everyone else’s) with the release of UTOPIA. This is the rapper’s first album release since 2018’s ASTROWORLD. Arguably…