To Pimp a Butterfly (Album)

How Kendrick Lamar’s Performances Led Him to the Super Bowl Halftime Show

Ahead of his Super Bowl halftime show, a look at how the rapper has turned introspective rhymes into his own visual language.

By Niela Orr

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Kendrick Lamar’s Unconstrained Next Chapter

In partnership with his longtime collaborator, Dave Free, the greatest rapper of his generation is pushing himself — commercially and creatively — onto unexpected terrain.

By Mitchell S. Jackson

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Jovan Adepo and Thundercat on Jazz, Superheroes and Ego Death

Two creative people in two different fields in one wide-ranging conversation. This time: the “Watchmen” actor and the musician.

By Paul Schrodt