If you’re familiar with the evolution of hip-hop, then you know Bronx legend Clive Campbell (better known as DJ Kool Herc, the genre's credited founding father) is integral to the conversation. What many don’t know is how important Jamaican music…
Russ takes a moment to appreciate some of hip-hop’s unsung heroes, hitmaker extraordinaire Boi-1da and piano slayer Scott Storch. recently came through and showed some major love to two of his favorite producers of all time: Canadian producer and the…
Beyonce took to the stage at the Staples Center on Monday (Feb. 24) to open the memorial event honoring the late Kobe and Gianna Bryant. The singer performed an emotional rendition of her hit song “XO,” as well as “Halo.”…
With speculation that a solo album is on the way, 2 Chainz continues to roll out new music. It’s been a fruitful time to be a fan, given that his last two albums Pretty Girls Like Trap Music and Rap Or Go To…
Alicia Keys performed a heartfelt rendition of Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" for Kobe and Gianna Bryant's Celebration of Life ceremony at the NBA legend's old stomping grounds at Los Angeles' Staples Center on Monday (Feb. 24). She wore a satin purple suit…
On the heels of Justin BIeber landing his seventh No. 1 album with Changes, Beliebers are getting one more inside look at his road to his return in the final episode of his YouTube docuseries Seasons. The finale, titled "Album on…
With Bad Bunny and Ozuna leading the pack as 14-time finalists and artists such as Daddy Yankee, J Balvin and Anuel AA not far behind, it’s safe to say that Latin urban music is set to dominate the 2020 Billboard Latin…
The latest development in Thomas and Galore’s ugly legal battle. While Pierre “Pee” Thomas has enjoyed much success as the head of one of hip hop’s biggest record labels, Quality Control Music, he has been experiencing some setbacks in his…
As Kobe Bryant fans gather at LA's Staples Center on Monday (Feb. 24) for The Celebration of Life for Kobe & Gianna Bryant, a public memorial honoring the late basketball legend and his daughter, Billboard is taking a look back…
Drake was writing songs for Dr. Dre’s long-lost album “Detox” and one of his reference tracks leaked over the weekend. Above all else, is an extremely talented songwriter who can convey basically any emotion in his music. His writing ability…