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Source: Mario Tama / Getty Summer in New York is truly something to behold, and with the New York Knicks knocking on the door of their first NBA Championship in more than half a century, things are bound to get even more euphoric for the next few months should they actually pull off the unthinkable. […]

Finding your way in the music industry can be so overwhelming, especially when so much of what you need to learn doesn’t always come from a class, a job description, or a quick Google search. In reality, the most helpful guidance comes from someone who has already been in the rooms you’re trying to get

In an era where many artists find success by sticking to a single formula, Isaiah Mattox, professionally known as Zaya!, is building his reputation by doing the exact opposite. The rising hip hop artist from White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, has become known for his willingness to explore multiple subgenres within the underground music scene,

For anyone asking who is Slayyyter, consider this your go-to summary if you’ve been sleeping this whole time. She’s come so far, and her story is the epitome of an Internet sensation. Believe it or not, Catherine Grace Garner (her real name) began by making stripped-down, DIY jams on SoundCloud, quickly catching everyone’s attention and

JR Writer sues Universal Music Group for master royalties tied to Cam’ron and Juelz Santana Roc-A-Fella recordings from 2003 and 2004. JR Writer is taking Universal Music Group to federal court, demanding master royalties and a full accounting from two Roc-A-Fella Records tracks he co-wrote and performed on more than two decades ago. The Harlem

Brazilian funk is moving faster than ever, and these artists are part of the reason why. From Belo Horizonte’s bass-heavy funk mineiro scene to raw baile-ready tracks built for movement, this new wave of talent is helping push the genre far beyond its local roots. 🔥🇧🇷 With explosive production, unforgettable hooks, and a sound that

After spending the last several years at the center of one of the music industry’s most consequential legal battles, Cassie Ventura is reportedly starting a new chapter far away from the spotlight. According to newly surfaced court documents obtained by TMZ, the singer and former model has permanently relocated outside of the United States following

In 1967, Scott McKenzie blessed the world with a massive hit about an iconic city. Fast forward 59 years, and “San Francisco” just got a sensational EDM makeover! All thanks to Sound Of Legend, the French project that knows how to resurrect retro classics. From being a hippie anthem, I think this time around it’s

Latto reveals postpartum depression led her to announce she was retiring from the rap game. In a new interview with Apple Music, which premiered on Apple Music’s YouTube page on Friday (May 29), Latto opened up to journalist Nedeska Alexis, about her retirement announcement on social media a few weeks ago. The new mother acknowledged