Playboi Carti (Rapper)

Playboi Carti and His Offspring Ponder Life After Rage-Rap

As rap continues to move in chaotic directions, the Atlanta M.C. Ken Carson and the electro-pop singer 2hollis are harnessing the power of music that moves bodies.

By Jon Caramanica

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Is Playboi Carti Rap’s Next — or Last — Superstar?

After nearly five years of building hype, the Atlanta rapper’s 30-song third album, “Music,” has finally arrived. Let’s discuss.

By Photo Illustration by The New York Times Photo Scott Dudelso

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Chappell Roan’s Bro-Country Tweak and 9 More New Songs

Hear tracks by Playboi Carti, Haim, Bon Iver, Willie Nelson and others.

By Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz

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Remembering the Moments That Jolted Pop Music Last Year

A final look back at some of our favorite characters, trends, lyrics and micro-moments of 2024. Plus: listener mailbag!

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