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News · 1h ago

Method Man Finally Hears Wu-Tang’s One-of-One ‘Once Upon a Time in Shaolin’

Billboard reports that Method Man has heard the elusive Wu-Tang Clan album for the first time, years after PleasrDAO purchased it from the U.S. government.

News · 1h ago

Nas Teases New Music While Calling for a United Stand in the Industry

Nas is pairing a tease of new music with a pointed message about self-knowledge and the music business, according to Billboard.

Gossip · 1h ago

Swizz Beatz Says Michael Jackson Had a Crush on Alicia Keys

According to Billboard, Swizz says he welcomed the revelation and helped arrange a meeting between Alicia Keys and Michael Jackson at the King of Pop’s home.

New Music · 8h ago

Skip Waiters Puts Self-Belief and Reinvention at the Center of ‘Piks.’

The Toronto hip-hop artist’s new album puts the relationship between trusting yourself and changing direction in focus, according to That Eric Alper.

News · 8h ago

50 Cent Reacts to Diddy’s Prison Transfer After Reported Altercation

50 Cent weighed in on Sean Combs’ prison transfer as Billboard reported that a physical altercation behind bars had left Combs hospitalized.

New Music · 8h ago

A$AP Rocky Takes “Shroom Clouds” to Streaming, Opening the Door to ‘Don’t Be Dumb – Disc 2’

The track’s first arrival on streaming services gives Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb – Disc 2 a lead single and a new entry point for listeners.

News · 8h ago

Megan Thee Stallion Brings Tina Snow Back Into Focus Ahead of New Album

According to Hip-Hop Wired, Megan is reviving Tina Snow as a new album and a Victoria’s Secret show sit on the horizon.

News · 9h ago

SZA Calls an Art Troll’s Bluff by Shopping for Balloon Sculptures

According to Billboard, the Grammy winner responded to a critic’s challenge by backing artist Adam Nissah’s colorful balloon sculptures.

Gossip · 9h ago

Swizz Beatz Says Michael Jackson Had a Crush on Alicia Keys—and He Helped Them Meet

According to Billboard, the Bronx producer welcomed the idea and arranged for Keys to meet the King of Pop at Jackson’s home.

News · 9h ago

Nelly and Ashanti’s Reality Show Trailer Teases a Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce Wedding Connection

The couple’s Peacock series returns next month with a trailer spotlighting wedding preparations, studio time and family life, according to Billboard.

Industry · 9h ago

Chance the Rapper Wins $1.5 Million in Trial Against Former Manager

XXL reports a $1.5 million trial win for Chance, though the available source leaves the ruling’s details and any next steps unclear.

Charts · 9h ago

Drake Lands 18th No. 1 Album, According to New Chart Report

The Source reports a history-making Billboard milestone for Drake, with three records leading R&B/hip-hop charts.

News · 10h ago

Meek Mill Says 45 Days of Promo Could Get Him a New York Arena Sellout

Meek’s confidence about filling Madison Square Garden or Barclays Center has his mentions divided, according to Billboard.