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Accuser of Jay-Z Withdraws Rape Allegations in Declared Statement
The woman who initially accused Jay-Z of rape has admitted her claims were false in a recent declaration.
Jay-Z#music#legal#news
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XXL + XxlmagYoung Thug Launches Primal, a New Company for Artists and Athletes
The rapper aims to empower talent through ownership and entrepreneurship with his new venture.
Young Thug#hip-hop#entrepreneurship#business - 3.
Pitchfork + NME Music + Hypebeast Music + VIBEOutkast Suing Ovrkast Over Trademark Infringement
The iconic duo claims the Oakland rapper reneged on an agreement to change his name to avoid confusion.
OutkastOvrkast#music#trademark#lawsuit - 4.
HotNewHipHopBlueface Accused of Streaming Chrisean Rock's Pro Boxing Debut Without Permission
Promoters claim Blueface's unauthorized livestream of Chrisean Rock's fight resulted in significant lost revenue.
BluefaceChrisean RockWack 100#hip-hop#boxing#lawsuit - 5.
Music Business Worldwide + XXL + HotNewHipHop + XxlmagOutkast’s Trademark Company Files Suit Against Rapper Ovrkast Over Name Dispute
High Schoolers, LLC alleges that Ovrkast reneged on a deal to drop his stage name in favor of a different brand.
OvrkastAndré 3000Big Boi#music-industry#business#trademark - 6.
XXL + XxlmagKewon White Admits to Shooting at Boosie BadAzz Following Mo3's Murder
In a shocking admission, Mo3's killer Kewon White confesses to targeting Boosie BadAzz after the rapper's death.
Kewon WhiteBoosie BadAzz#hip-hop#crime#Mo3 - 7.
Allhiphop + AllHipHopWillie D Launches $1M Reward Fund for Information on Nolan Wells Case
In response to a lack of criminal charges, Willie D seeks credible evidence in the mysterious death of college football player Nolan Wells.
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Music Business WorldwideDrake's Appeal Against UMG Over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ to Be Heard December 4
The case's appeal will determine if Drake's defamation lawsuit can proceed against UMG.
DrakeKendrick Lamar#music-industry#business#court - 9.
Music Business WorldwideUK Vinyl Counterfeiter Jailed for 3.5 Years After Selling Fake Records of Major Artists
Rehan Ahmed generated $3.6 million from counterfeit vinyl records featuring Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar before his conviction.
Rehan AhmedTaylor SwiftKendrick Lamar#music-industry#business#counterfeit - 10.
Allhiphop + AllHipHopCounterfeit Vinyl Operation Targeting Major Artists Busted in the UK
A large-scale counterfeiting scheme has been uncovered, affecting vinyl records of top artists including Rihanna and Kendrick Lamar.
RihannaKendrick LamarTaylor Swift#hip-hop#rap#production - 11.
Allhiphop + AllHipHop + Hip-Hop WiredDiddy Wins Legal Battle as Judge Dismisses Sexual Assault Lawsuit
A federal judge dismisses all claims in a lawsuit against Diddy citing statute of limitations.
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XXL + XxlmagLil Durk’s Co-Defendants OTF Dede and Browneyez Seek New Trial After Stalking Convictions
OTF Dede and Browneyez are appealing their guilty verdicts on stalking charges while Lil Durk remains acquitted.
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XXL + XxlmagLil Durk Juror Breaks Silence on Acquittal in First Interview
An anonymous juror discusses the deliberation process leading to Lil Durk's not guilty verdict.
Lil Durk#hip-hop#jury#acquittal - 14.
HotNewHipHopKanye West Seeks Delay for Donda Academy Trial Until 2027
Kanye West aims to postpone an upcoming civil trial, citing tour commitments and recent deportation of a key witness.
Kanye WestMilo Yiannopoulos#hip-hop#Kanye West#Donda Academy - 15.
BillboardFirst Day of Ocean Calling Festival Canceled Due to Nor’Easter
Severe weather conditions lead to the cancellation of opening day performances, impacting several major acts.
LudacrisDave MatthewsShaggy#charts#industry#festival - 16.
HipHopCanadaAlgonquin College Suspends Music Industry Arts Program, Impacting Local Music Scene
The suspension of Algonquin College's Music Industry Arts diploma threatens the vitality of Ottawa's music ecosystem.
Tara Shannon#hip-hop#canada#culture - 17.
MusicTechApple Music to Livestream Head Trip Festival Featuring Top Electronic Artists
The festival will include performances from Calvin Harris, Skrillex, and Swedish House Mafia, among others.
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Billboard + XXL + Xxlmag + VIBEYe's Mother Donda West Honored with Street Renaming in Chicago
East 78th Street is now Dr. Donda West Way, celebrating her impact on the community and her son's career.
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BillboardOlly Arkins Becomes First Openly Trans Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney
Former CEO of the Australian Festival Association, Olly Arkins, has been appointed as the new deputy lord mayor of Sydney, marking a milestone in local politics.
Olly Arkins#charts#industry#LGBTQIA+
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Hypebeast Music + Variety Music + The Source + HotNewHipHopJhené Aiko Earns Her First Billboard 200 No. 1 with ‘Westside Whimsy’
Jhené Aiko's latest album debuts at the top of the Billboard 200, marking her first chart-topping success.
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InmusicblogHudson Stone Drops New Single 'Talk' Ahead of Worlds Collide Tour
The indie artist Hudson Stone releases his single 'Talk,' reflecting on communication challenges in relationships, set to debut live tonight.
Hudson StoneJosh VarnadoreColeton Rubin#hip-hop#rap#production - 3.
Rolling Stone MusicCara Delevingne Performs ‘Crazy, Baby’ on ‘The Tonight Show’
The artist debuted her new song ahead of her album release on Sept. 25.
Cara Delevingne#music#industry#performance - 4.
PitchforkBrakence Releases New Single 'Ready or Not'
The Ohio singer-songwriter marks his return with a fresh track following his 2022 album.
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Pitchfork2hollis Announces New Album *Pirouette* for November Release
The rapper-producer reveals his upcoming album featuring art by renowned illustrator Yoshitaka Amano.
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Billboard + Pitchfork + Hypebeast MusicThe Weeknd Unveils New Song 'Tokyo' Sampling Neon Genesis Evangelion Theme in Japan
The Weeknd performed a new track live at the Belluna Dome, collaborating with Yoko Takahashi.
The WeekndYoko TakahashiYoko Taro#charts#industry#new song - 7.
Hypebeast MusicSkepta Launches Rollout for 'Fork & Knife' with New Track
Skepta's first project in seven years features the energetic single "Innocent Smile" and highlights his multicultural upbringing.
SkeptaSuggs#music#fashion#culture - 8.
PitchforkThe Weeknd Featured in This Week's Pitchfork Selects Playlist
This week's playlist highlights new music including a track from The Weeknd and a remix by DJ Sabrina the Teenage DJ.
The WeekndYoko TakahashiCharlotte Adigéry#music#releases#playlist - 9.
NME MusicRex Orange County Reveals New Album ‘Dream Fatigue’ Featuring Brendan Yates and Dev Hynes
Set to release on November 6, the album features collaborative efforts with several notable artists and includes a new single 'Grandma Song.'
Rex Orange CountyBrendan YatesDev Hynes#music#culture#album announcement - 10.
The FADERserpentwithfeet Delivers New Song “Sentinel” in Captivating Live Performance
The singer showcases his latest track in a serene woods setting for a new performance series.
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Hypebeast MusicDrake Releases New Single 'Quebec' with FOMO Music Videos
The Toronto rapper's new track is out now alongside a series of standalone music videos.
DrakeSexyy RedLoe Shimmy#music#fashion#culture - 12.
Rolling Stone MusicGnarls Barkley Announce First Tour in 18 Years
CeeLo Green and Danger Mouse will embark on a nine-date tour this November to support their new album, 'Atlanta.'
CeeLo GreenDanger MouseGnarls Barkley#music#industry#tour - 13.
HipHopCanadaeLDee Releases New Track 'I Wish You Well' Addressing Nigeria's 'Billing Culture'
The Nigerian artist eLDee tackles gender expectations in dating through his latest song, highlighting the interplay between romance and financial support.
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New Track from Richie Rackz: 'Dope Direction' Released
Richie Rackz unveils his latest single, 'Dope Direction,' to the hip-hop community.
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VIBEBeenie Man's New Album 'Eminence' Tops Charts
Despite his chart success, Beenie Man asks not to be labeled a legend.
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The SourceChief Keef Returns to Chicago for First Hometown Headlining Show in 14 Years
Chief Keef lights up Chicago with over two hours of hits in his long-awaited hometown concert.
Chief KeefChance The Rapper#hip-hop#culture#concert - 17.
VIBENew Music Friday Features Releases from Tinashe, GloRilla, and More
This week's New Music Friday highlights fresh tracks from a range of hip-hop and R&B artists.
TinasheGloRillaRemy Ma#hip-hop#culture#new music - 18.
HotNewHipHopBKTHERULA Releases Experimental New Track 'ADDICTED2U' Featuring Underscores
The Atlanta rapper teams up with hyperpop artist underscores for a genre-blurring collaboration.
BKTHERULA#hip-hop#releases#2026
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Allhiphop + AllHipHopJay-Z’s REFORM Alliance Launches Workforce Program for Young Adults on Probation
The REFORM Alliance, co-founded by Jay-Z, introduces a new initiative in Pennsylvania aimed at providing career training for justice-involved youth.
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Allhiphop + AllHipHopLil Poppa’s Mom Launches Mental Health Foundation to Honor Son’s Legacy
Orie Lynn Hickson establishes the More to Life foundation focusing on mental health and community resources following her son Lil Poppa’s tragic death.
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The FADER2026 MTV VMAs: Performances from Madonna, Yung Lean, and More
The MTV VMAs returns this Sunday with performances by Yung Lean, Madonna, and more.
MadonnaYung LeanGunna#music#culture#VMAs - 4.
VIBE + HotNewHipHopDocumentary on Tupac Shakur Murder Trial in Development
A documentary will explore the conviction of Duane 'Keffe D' Davis in the murder of Tupac Shakur.
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Hip-Hop WiredMoneybagg Yo and Ari Fletcher Ignite Wedding Speculation with New Photos
Recent photos shared by Ari Fletcher hint at a possible wedding between her and Moneybagg Yo.
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Hypebeast MusicRejjie Snow Discusses Artistic Journey Ahead of CIRCUS ODAIBA Performance
In a recent interview, Rejjie Snow reflects on his musical influences and the significance of visual expression as he prepares for his upcoming performance in Tokyo.
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XXL + XxlmagYoung Thug Urges Atlanta Youth to Avoid Gun Violence: 'It Ain't Worth It'
During a recent mentoring session, Young Thug speaks against gun violence and shares his personal experiences.
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XXL + XxlmagViral AI Trend Features Quavo and Takeoff's 'Hotel Lobby' Performance
Celebrities and characters get face-swapped into the duo's iconic performance through a new AI video craze.
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AllHipHopTina Knowles Shares Insights on Raising Beyoncé and Solange
In a recent interview, Tina Knowles discusses her journey as a mother and her new beauty brand with Beyoncé.
Tina KnowlesBeyoncéSolange#hip-hop#Tina Knowles#Beyoncé - 10.
Hip-Hop WiredJ. Cole Unveils First Independent Sneaker, The Dreamer Indie 5000
J. Cole takes a step into the sneaker game with his independent silhouette set for limited release in Fayetteville.
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The SourceDrake Offers Instagram Support for Kanye West's Mother's Street Naming Ceremony
The gesture signifies a potential thaw in the long-standing rivalry between the two artists.
DrakeKanye West#hip-hop#culture - 12.
AllhiphopDee-1 Critiques Hip-Hop's Artistic Responsibility, Introduces 'DGs' Concept
In a recent interview, Dee-1 defends his public stance against clout-chasing criticism while unveiling his concept of 'Disappointing Grownups' in hip-hop.
Dee-1Marc Lamont Hill#hip-hop#rap#production - 13.
The SourceLupe Fiasco’s ‘Food & Liquor’ Celebrates 20 Years: A Retrospective
Marking the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Lupe Fiasco’s ‘Food & Liquor’ set a new standard in hip-hop with its complex themes and lyrical depth.
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The SourceChris Brown Declares Himself 'The King' Following Usher's Crowning Moment on Stage
In a bold Instagram post, Chris Brown claims the R&B throne just as Usher dons a crown during their co-headlining tour.
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Dee-1 Addresses Clout-Chasing Accusations and Introduces 'DGs' Concept
During an interview, Dee-1 speaks on the significance of artistic responsibility and critiques established rappers who promote harmful narratives.
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Hip-Hop WiredThe Enduring Feud: Lil Kim vs. Foxy Brown
Explore the complex history of one of hip-hop's most famous rivalries between two Brooklyn MCs.
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The SourceDJ Khaled Excludes Drake from His Top Five Rappers List
In a recent interview, DJ Khaled sparked conversation by leaving Drake off his all-time top five rappers.
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VIBESean Combs' Former Staff Join Usher's R&B Tour Team
Former members of Sean Combs' team are set to work with Usher on his upcoming tour.
Sean CombsUsherChris Brown#hip-hop#culture - 19.
HotNewHipHopExploring Artists Who Transitioned From Hip Hop to Other Genres
A look into artists like Miley Cyrus, Post Malone, and Jelly Roll, who have navigated away from Hip Hop to explore new musical identities.
Miley CyrusPost MaloneJelly Roll#hip-hop#genre transition#hip hop culture - 20.
AllhiphopShaq's Honorary FBI Badge Sparks Debate with OG Big Matt
The NBA legend's recent honorary FBI badge has led to heated discussions about celebrity, culture, and law enforcement.
OG Big Matt#hip-hop#rap#production
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MusicTechApple Launches Apple Music Hall in London
The new venue, designed for intimate performances, features cutting-edge recording capabilities and a 48-speaker spatial audio system.
Oliver Schusser#audio#production#gear - 2.KVR Audio
Synchro Arts Launches VocAlign 7 with Enhanced Multi-Track Vocal Workflow
The latest update to VocAlign introduces advanced features for managing multiple vocal tracks efficiently.
Daniel RowlandSynchro Arts#audio#production#plugins - 3.
MusicTechSendy Audio Launches Apollo Pro Headphones with Enhanced Comfort and Sound Quality
Sendy Audio's latest model, the Apollo Pro, combines style, comfort, and impressive audio performance to target producers and audio enthusiasts alike.
#audio#production#gear - 4.KVR Audio
Scaler Music Launches Scaler EQ Pro with Advanced Key-Aware Features
Scaler EQ Pro introduces innovative filter technology to enhance audio production for musicians and producers.
Scaler Music#audio#production#plugins - 5.KVR Audio
Soniccouture Launches The Attic 3: 24 Rare Synths for Kontakt Player
The Attic 3 features a varied collection of quirky synths aimed at music producers.
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The FADERNative Instruments Releases ‘Rage Circuit’ Expansion with Snipe Young
The new sound pack celebrates Native Instruments' 30th anniversary, focusing on rage and hypertrap production.
Snipe Young#music#culture#production - 7.KVR Audio
Minimal Instruments Launches "nagi" Plugin Builder for Music Creators
A new desktop app streamlines audio plugin creation for macOS, Windows, and Linux users without requiring coding skills.
#audio#production#plugins - 8.Bedroom Producers Blog
RiverFlux Audio Launches BITLAYER: A Free Multiband Bitcrusher
Introducing a fun, pixel-art styled bitcrusher for music producers available on multiple platforms.
#audio#production#plugins - 9.KVR Audio
Pinzu Launches Free SORYNO Clip Plug-in for Audio Production
SORYNO Clip provides an innovative way to visualize and manage audio clipping while improving workflow for producers.
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MusicTechRick Rubin Shares Insights on Jay-Z's Spontaneous Lyricism in New Docuseries
Rubin reflects on Jay-Z's unique ability to craft lyrics on the spot during their collaboration.
Jay-ZRick Rubin#audio#production#gear - 11.
MusicTechJames Hype Unveils Ambitious 16-Deck DJ Setup
The DJ aims to push industry limits with a groundbreaking 16-deck arrangement, earning praise from fellow artist Deadmau5.
James HypeDeadmau5#audio#production#gear - 12.
MusicTechExploring Los Angeles's Vibrant Hi-Fi Bar Scene
Los Angeles shines a spotlight on hi-fi bars, blending exceptional sound systems with an inviting atmosphere.
Peanut Butter WolfJason McGuireHeather Tierney#audio#production#gear - 13.
Attack MagazineStep-by-Step Guide to Creating LCD Soundsystem-Style Drones
Learn to design versatile sound patches inspired by LCD Soundsystem's 'Someone Great' using u-he's Diva synth.
LCD Soundsystem#audio#production#technique - 14.KVR Audio
13x Audio Launches Free Aurora 1.4 Dynamic EQ Plugin
The updated version of Aurora includes significant improvements based on user feedback and offers robust features for mixing and mastering.
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