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London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Kanye West headlining Wireless festival is deeply concerning', says Keir Starmer

Kanye West's booking at Wireless festival has drawn widespread criticism due to his antisemitic comments and admiration for Hitler.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago

Keir Starmer 'concerned' over Kanye West UK festival dates

Kanye West's headlining at Wireless Festival raises concerns due to his history of antisemitic remarks and actions.
London music
fromConsequence
3 hours ago

Pepsi Ends Wireless Festival Sponsorship Following Kanye West Booking

Pepsi withdrew sponsorship of Wireless Festival due to Kanye West's controversial headlining amid concerns over his antisemitic remarks.
Music
fromConsequence
2 days ago

The Industry Is Once Again Giving Kanye West a Pass

Kanye West's actions post-apology reveal a lack of genuine moral accountability despite initial expressions of sincerity.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Jewish leaders and Sadiq Khan condemn disturbing' Kanye West Wireless Festival slot

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on significant social issues, including Kanye West's controversial performance amid antisemitic tensions.
Mental health
fromConsequence
6 days ago

"A Cop Out" or a Cry for Help? Even Experts Can't Agree on Kanye West

Kanye West's album 'Bully' achieved significant streaming success despite mixed public perception and ongoing discussions about his mental health.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Kanye West headlining Wireless festival is deeply concerning', says Keir Starmer

Kanye West's booking at Wireless festival has drawn widespread criticism due to his antisemitic comments and admiration for Hitler.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago

Keir Starmer 'concerned' over Kanye West UK festival dates

Kanye West's headlining at Wireless Festival raises concerns due to his history of antisemitic remarks and actions.
NYC music
fromHip Hop Hero
14 hours ago

The three iconic hip-hop groups who inspired GZA

GZA's early exposure to hip-hop culture and influential groups shaped his unique talent and complex lyrical themes.
#ye
fromVulture
2 months ago
Music

Ye Tries to Explain His WSJ Ad

Ye apologized for hurtful remarks, cited bipolar disorder, sought reconciliation with Black and Jewish communities, and faced skepticism due to album-timing and commercial motives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Music

Kanye West books first European concert in 11 years after antisemitism apology

Ye is resuming his European live career with concerts in the Netherlands and Italy following an apology and claims of untreated brain injury.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Inside Ye's first comeback show at SoFi Stadium

Ye performed at SoFi Stadium, marking a potential comeback after past controversies and the release of his new album 'Bully'.
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

Three albums in exchange for getting out of jail: 2Pac's last months before his murder 30 years ago

Tupac Shakur was released from prison on October 12, 1995, after Death Row Records paid his bail of nearly one and a half million dollars, allowing him to record three albums.
Music production
#jay-z
fromFortune
1 week ago
NYC real estate

From 'Hard Knock Life' to $2.8 billion, Jay-Z calls billionaire hate 'a cop-out' even as 1 in 5 Americans say it's 'morally wrong' to be that rich | Fortune

fromDefector
4 days ago
NYC music

I Demand That Jay-Z Perform All Of 'Kingdom Come' At His Yankee Stadium Concert | Defector

Music production
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Jay-Z Opens Up About Kendrick-Drake Beef in Rare Interview

Jay-Z reflects on hip-hop culture, the impact of stan culture, and the evolution of rap beefs in the age of social media.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

JAY-Z adds 3rd Yankee Stadium show, talks Kendrick/Drake beef in new interview

JAŸ-Z announced three shows at Yankee Stadium to celebrate his debut albums and addressed Kendrick Lamar's beef with Drake in a GQ interview.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
1 week ago

From 'Hard Knock Life' to $2.8 billion, Jay-Z calls billionaire hate 'a cop-out' even as 1 in 5 Americans say it's 'morally wrong' to be that rich | Fortune

Jay-Z argues against blanket condemnation of billionaires, emphasizing the need to address systemic issues that create extreme wealth.
NYC music
fromDefector
4 days ago

I Demand That Jay-Z Perform All Of 'Kingdom Come' At His Yankee Stadium Concert | Defector

JAŸ-Z is returning to music with major performances and a new interview, celebrating anniversaries of his classic albums.
Music production
fromConsequence
1 week ago

JAY-Z Thinks Kendrick Lamar and Drake's Rap Beef Went "Too Far"

JAY-Z believes rap beefs have negative consequences and questions their place in hip-hop culture today.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Jay-Z Opens Up About Kendrick-Drake Beef in Rare Interview

Jay-Z reflects on hip-hop culture, the impact of stan culture, and the evolution of rap beefs in the age of social media.
NYC music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

JAY-Z adds 3rd Yankee Stadium show, talks Kendrick/Drake beef in new interview

JAŸ-Z announced three shows at Yankee Stadium to celebrate his debut albums and addressed Kendrick Lamar's beef with Drake in a GQ interview.
Podcast
fromVulture
1 week ago

Usher 'Doesn't Have Anything Negative to Say' About Diddy

Usher expresses unwavering support for Diddy, emphasizing his legacy and contributions to the music industry despite ongoing controversies and legal issues.
LA Lakers
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

J. Cole reveals why LeBron James carried 'The Fall-Off' album in arrival

LeBron James carried J. Cole's album to get it signed for the rapper's son, who admires him as a basketball player.
Music
fromPitchfork
6 days ago

Watch Drake Honor Nelly Furtado, Rehash Junos Beef

Drake inducted Nelly Furtado into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at the 2026 Junos, celebrating her diverse musical contributions.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

How Long Is 15 Minutes of Fame, Really?

Celebrity fame is temporary and transient, unlike hereditary royalty, with most stars eventually fading into obscurity despite efforts to maintain relevance.
Law
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Ye Ordered to Pay Contractor $140,000 in Malibu-Mansion Lawsuit

Kanye West ordered to pay former contractor Tony Saxon $140,000 plus over $1 million in attorney's fees after being fired from a Malibu mansion renovation project.
#entertainment
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

50 Cent's $100 million Times Square venue is coming our way.

PH Live is a new entertainment hub in Times Square, combining music, film, nightlife, and immersive tech under one roof.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

50 Cent's $100 million Times Square venue is coming our way.

PH Live is a new entertainment hub in Times Square, combining music, film, nightlife, and immersive tech under one roof.
Music
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

La Roux Remembers Ye's Alleged Assault of Jennifer An

A 2024 sexual-assault lawsuit against Ye alleges he choked a model during a 2010 music-video shoot, with new court documents containing corroborating testimony from the artist La Roux.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Kanye West ordered to pay former contractor $140,000 over Malibu mansion lawsuit

Ye's lawyers called him a liar, a fraud, and a malingerer in court. His medical records, bank records, and personal family history were dissected, mocked, and vilified. In true David-vs.-Goliath fashion, Mr. Saxon stood firm against one of the biggest celebrities in the world, with the truth on his side.
Law
#wu-tang-clan
London music
fromBrooklynVegan
1 week ago

Wu-Tang Clan announce final tour "encore" with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

Wu-Tang Clan extends their final tour into 2026, featuring Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and multiple shows across various cities.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Wu-Tang Clan review still bringing the ruckus even on their farewell tour

Wu-Tang Clan's farewell tour demonstrates the group's enduring verbal firepower and ability to captivate audiences despite aging members and logistical challenges of reuniting after years of internal conflict.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Beastie Boys Announce To the Five Boroughs Deluxe Reissue

Originally released in June 2004, To the 5 Boroughs is the Beastie's tribute to their hometown, reflecting on the aftermath of the September 11th attacks. Debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, the album earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album. In addition to the Hot 100 hit "Ch-Check It Out," the LP contains the heartfelt "An Open Letter to NYC."
Music
Music production
fromPitchfork
4 weeks ago

CyHi Tackles G.O.O.D. Music Fallout on New Song

CyHi releases 'The G.O.O.D. Ole Days,' a six-minute song addressing his grievances with Kanye West's label and conflicts with Travis Scott, Kid Cudi, and Pusha T.
NYC music
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Former Rapper Turned Mayor Zohran Mamdani Names His Top 5 Rappers

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a former rapper, lists Notorious B.I.G., JAY-Z, Nas, Lupe Fiasco, and Common as his top five rappers, reflecting mid-to-late 2000s hip-hop preferences.
Music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Staff Picks: Best Songs of the Week February 20th - February 27th

A weekly column highlights the best new music tracks, featuring artists like Domani, Freddie Gibbs, and Glixen with their latest releases.
#kid-rock
#antisemitism
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Cardi B and Stefon Diggs spark breakup rumors after Patriots' Super Bowl loss

Fans began speculating on the status of the pair's relationship upon discovering that they no longer follow each other on Instagram. Though that remains the case as of Tuesday afternoon, Cardi B's Instagram page still features photos of Diggs. A source confirmed to Entertainment Tonight on Monday that Cardi B and Diggs "recently broke up" and said the two may get back together. "This could just be for right now," the source told ET, adding that the " Am I the Drama?" musician is focusing on her family "while figuring out their next steps."
Relationships
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

Michael Rapaport Was Not Trying to 'Besmudge' Colton's Name

Michael Rapaport caused chaos on The Traitors, made a homophobic remark about Colton Underwood, and was voted out by fellow contestants.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Kanye West announces concert at SoFi Stadium on April 3

Kanye West, now known as Ye, announced an April 3 concert at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, described as his only L.A. performance, coinciding with his delayed album 'Bully' release.
fromAllHipHop
1 month ago

New Viral Interview Causes Crazy Wu-Tang Rumors

A deeply sensitive, unverified allegation is circulating in Hip-Hop after an interview aired on Doggie Diamonds TV, where a Staten Island woman identifying herself as Tai claimed she is related to members of the Wu-Tang family circle and described what she says was a traumatic, long-suppressed situation. Host Doggie Diamonds opened the segment sounding shaken, telling viewers: "In my whole 19-year career, I'm baffled." He added, "I don't even know what to say."
Music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Kanye West, in Wall Street Journal Ad, Attributes Antisemitism and Erratic Behavior to Brain Damage

Twenty-five years ago, I was in a car accident that broke my jaw and caused injury to the right frontal lobe of my brain. At the time, the focus was on the visible damage-the fracture, the swelling, and the immediate physical trauma. The deeper injury, the one inside my skull, went unnoticed. Comprehensive scans were not done, neurological exams were limited, and the possibility of a frontal-lobe injury was never raised.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Nicki Minaj holds hands with Trump, calls herself his No. 1 fan'

Minaj also said she plans to pledge between $150,000 and $300,000 to support the new Trump Accounts. Created under Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the program provides savings accounts of $1,000 for every child born between 2025 and 2028. That money is then invested in the stock market by private firms, and made accessible to the child when they turn 18.
US politics
NYC music
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Cardi B interrupts SF show to stop fighting fans, clip goes viral

Cardi B delivered a high-energy two-hour concert at San Francisco's Chase Center featuring 37 songs, elaborate costumes, and comedic moments as part of her first tour in six years.
Music
fromMedium
4 years ago

I Still Feel Robbed By Kanye and Drake's Concert

A December 2021 event with Kanye and Drake appeared to prioritize merch-driven marketing over genuine prison-reform advocacy, using a high-profile concert and interview to sell designer clothing.
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Kane West: western beats

What does Comic Sans sound like? What does it feel like? And is it actually kinda good? These were the questions ever-present in the minds of early PC Music acts like Kero Kero Bonito's Gus Bonito, who, to this day, performs DJ sets in front of a strobing projection of his moniker Kane West in the notorious font.
Music
#ja-rule
#aap-rocky
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

John Forte dies at 50; Grammy-nominated musician worked with Wyclef Jean, the Fugees, Refugee Camp All-Stars

John Forte, a Grammy-nominated musician who contributed to the Fugees, died at 50; cause under investigation, survivors include his wife and two children.
Music
fromDefector
2 months ago

Is Mainstream Rap Dead Or Does It Need Another 2011? | Defector

The best rap thrives outside Top 40 and mainstream radio, demanding active digging because pop charts and nostalgia-driven narratives misrepresent the genre's vitality.
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Ye apologizes for antisemitic remarks in full page ad, blames brain injury

Ye apologized for antisemitic remarks, attributed them to a 2025 psychotic manic episode tied to an undiagnosed frontal-lobe injury and bipolar disorder, and seeks treatment.
Music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Gene Simmons Whines About Hip-Hop in the Rock Hall: "I Don't Come from the Ghetto"

Hip-hop characterized as spoken-word art that 'doesn't speak' to those 'not from the ghetto' and deemed unsuitable for the Rock Hall.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Pharrell Williams sued by former Neptunes partner Chad Hugo over alleged lost earnings

Chad Hugo is suing Pharrell Williams seeking up to $1m in alleged unpaid royalties and revenue from NERD's 2017 album and related touring and merchandise income.
Music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Sound of 2026: Rap polymath Jim Legxacy is the runner-up

Jim Legxacy transformed personal tragedy into a boundary-pushing mixtape, Black British Music, earning critical acclaim and second place on BBC Radio 1's Sound of 2026.
fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

Kid Cudi announces tour w/ M.I.A., Big Boi, A-Trak & more

Kid Cudi had cancelled his 2024 tour after breaking his heel at Coachella, and while he's done some shows since then, he hadn't embarked on any major outings. He's now announced the "Rebel Ragers Tour," which will have M.I.A. Big Boi, A-Trak, me n ü, and Dot Da Genius presents GLKPRTY w/ Powers Pleasanton each opening select shows. See all dates below.
Music
Music
fromVulture
1 month ago

Jake Paul Thinks We Care What He Thinks About Bad Bunny

Jake Paul accused Bad Bunny of being a "fake American," defended his critique as opposition to Bad Bunny's "ICE out" remarks, and drew public rebuke from brother Logan.
fromDefector
1 month ago

Max B Is New York Rap's Best Hope | Defector

The rapper, known on his tax form as Charles Wingate and known by his old Harlem associates as Charley Rambo, made his name in the rap game during an all-too-brief run in the 2000s, as one of the most colorful members of Jim Jones' Byrdgang, his solo offshoot from the Diplomats (although due to his growing up with rappers Cam and Mase, Max is like honorary Dipset).
Music
Music
fromEsquire
2 months ago

The 2026 Grammys Gave Purpose to a Weird Year In Music

Bad Bunny provided the 58th Grammys' most significant moment by winning Album of the Year with the first Spanish-language album and delivering a pointed political message.
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