More than 20 years into an idiosyncratic career, the musician and activist is finally opening up for real on “Michael,” his first solo album in more than a decade.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Hip-Hop’s Next Takeover: Bisa Butler’s Quilts
Bisa Butler’s new show translates both photographs of Black figures and hip-hop lyrics into intricate textile art.
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Listen to the Mother of All Playlists
Hear songs by Brandi Carlile, 2Pac, Merle Haggard and more for Mother’s Day.
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From Rap Star to Engineer to Young Mayor Demolishing Swaths of Kathmandu
A music idol in his early 20s and then an engineer, Balen, 33, next won an upset victory as mayor of Nepal’s capital, inspiring a wave of young politicians. Now, he’s tearing down parts of the city.
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Two Creative Directors on Sports, Hip-Hop and Faith
Free Richardson, of the Compound, and Phil Cho, of NoLedge Productions, have become innovators in the world of marketing. They also consider themselves family.
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Did the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (Gasp) Get It Right?
Hear songs from the class of 2023’s seven inductees, including Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott and Willie Nelson.
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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2023: Kate Bush, Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson
Rounding out the far-from-traditional class of 2023: George Michael, Sheryl Crow, Rage Against the Machine and the Spinners.
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Jack Harlow Goes Deep on Race and Rap, and 8 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Jessie Ware, Joy Oladokun, Miguel and others.
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An AI Hit of Fake ‘Drake’ and ‘The Weeknd’ Rattles the Music World
A track like “Heart on My Sleeve,” which went viral before being taken down by streaming services this week, may be a novelty for now. But the legal and creative questions it raises are here to stay.
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Tobias Rahim Wants to Take Danish-Language Pop Global
Tobias Rahim is a phenomenon in Denmark. Now, he wants the country’s music to be internationally renowned.
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Frank Ocean Headlines Coachella and Plays Reworked Songs
During his first large-scale performance in years, the enigmatic singer suggested a new album was coming, just “not right now.”
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8 New Songs You Should Hear Now
A dive into tracks by Tyler, the Creator, Feist, Bully and more recent highlights.