Female rappers have transformed hip hop with fearless lyricism, unforgettable personalities, and groundbreaking performances that continue to shape the genre. From pioneering artists who opened doors for future generations to modern superstars dominating charts around the world, these remarkable women have proven that talent, creativity, and confidence know no boundaries. Their music has explored empowerment, […]
By its very nature, rock ‘n’ roll is a horny proposition; hell, the very roots of the name are in, well, you know… So it only serves to fit that the music should be horn-y, too. Horn instruments, brass and woodwind, have long been part of the ethos, since even before there was anything called […]
Ice Nine Kills have continued their streak of perfect collaborations, this time teaming up with iconic horror game Dead By Daylight. As well as crafting a song about the games’ universe, the band are also playable characters in the game. That means you can be Spencer, but you can also be the Silence killer. Does […]
Drake‘s first kiss was soundtracked by none other than the Backstreet Boys, and he made sure to let one of the group members know upon their first time meeting. In a new interview with Billboard published on Wednesday (June 24), BSB member Kevin Richardson shared a story about running into Drizzy in Toronto in 2022. […]
White rappers have played a significant role in the evolution of hip hop, bringing distinctive voices, innovative styles, and memorable performances that have helped shape the genre across multiple generations. From groundbreaking pioneers who earned respect through exceptional lyricism to modern chart topping superstars who have expanded rap’s global reach, these artists have made lasting […]
Soundgarden as a group had a special place with Lzzy Hale early in her development as a fan. The legendary Seattle group would also play an important part as she got into music herself, while she was getting to know her future Halestorm bandmate Joe Hottinger. The band’s albums were part of the conversation as […]
Karen Dió is back to conquer the world that little bit more with her new EP, the follow-up to 2024’s ‘My World’. Titled ‘Fugaz’, it is set for release on August 21 via Hopeless Records. The artwork looks like this: Whilst the tracklisting is more like this: 1. Euphoria2. Free Yourself3. Choke4. Crawling5. Rat Race6. […]
Details of Chuckyy‘s arrest describe police breaking a window to remove him from his vehicle, finding a loaded gun and $60,000 in cash. According to a proffer letter obtained by XXL from prosecutors at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office on Thursday (June 25), Chuckyy was arrested in Chicago on Monday (June 22) after a […]
Psycroptic Premiere New Single & Music Video “No Blade Of Grass” From Upcoming New Album “The Pulse Of Annihilation” Band Photo: Psycroptic (?) Australian tech death band Psycroptic have premiered their new single “No Blade Of Grass,” accompanied by a Steller Media-directed music video. The track will appear on their upcoming album “The Pulse Of […]
Kanye West has created one of the most influential and innovative catalogs in modern music, redefining hip hop through fearless experimentation, ambitious production, and deeply personal songwriting. Across his career, he has blended rap with soul, electronic music, gospel, orchestral arrangements, rock, and pop, continually reshaping his sound while challenging the boundaries of the genre. […]