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Check out Juicy J and jazz recording artist Endea Owens in the music video for the song “Can’t Take That…

By Billboard Hip-Hop Staff Nebraska hip-hop artist Sizzle is stepping into the spotlight with the release of his powerful new…

By Billboard Hip-Hop Staff Detroit, Michigan has long been one of Hip Hop’s most important proving grounds. From the raw…

It was an incredible year for UK rap’s rising stars. Some have become staples in the nation’s underground, while others…

The top six streamed songs on Apple Music this year were songs released in 2024. So it wasn’t the year…

In case you missed it, check out rapper NLE Choppa aka NLE The Great in the official short film for…

Consumer interests flipped on its head this year. Apple Music revealed that their top five streamed songs of 2025 were…

By Billboard Hip-Hop Staff Rising artist and actor Elijah Beaver, known to the culture as Eli B, is quickly becoming…

By Billboard Hip-Hop Staff  In a culture where image is often louder than truth, GB Gutta Da General stands among…

Billboard Hip Hop Exclusive Feature The industry has officially been put on notice: K-Town is entering a new era —…

For over seven months and counting, Tony DeYoung has dominated the trending charts on BillboardHipHop.com. What began as a rising…

London, UK – December 2025 – British rapper Anthony Williams is making waves beyond the UK with his new single…

At just 29 years old, Eaz Tha Rapper is proving that persistence and authenticity can turn local buzz into national…

A four-year absence can always elicit questions from the listener. How will the album sound? What will he speak about?…

Port Chester, NY — Rising hip-hop sensation Lemark “Chosen” Butler is set to dominate 2025 with the release of his…

Roselle, New Jersey’s own Cash Burner 5000 is solidifying his place in hip-hop with the breakout success of his latest…

Budda Mack, the Bay Area rising force signed to Bay Musik Records, returns with “Raised,” a new single featuring Sacramento…

ShyGates is on his way to the top with one of his greatest hits king of a thug shyGates started…

Rising hip-hop artist Maribased1, born Jamari Smith, returns with a brand-new banger titled “Spot’em Got’em”, poised to take over the…

Rising hip-hop artist Stevee.D has scored a major milestone with his electrifying single “Get Like That” being featured on the…

Born in Haiti, Pkolo has spent the past 15 years carving out a name as one of the most versatile…

Black Oxygen has been making waves this last year after releasing their latest Album with Warner Music Group “Last Ones…

Exclusive Interview Billboard Hip Hop In today’s ever-shifting musical landscape, few creatives are not only keeping up with the trends…

Billboard Hip Hop Exclusive Interview Billboard Hip Hop is proud to spotlight an artist whose life story reads like a…

Tony DeYoung is not playing games. After dominating daytime television for nearly a decade — shattering Nielsen ratings on Dr.…

Port Chester, NY — Rising hip-hop sensation Lemark “Chosen” Butler is set to dominate the summer with the release of…

K-Town is no longer the underground secret he once was. In a move shaking up the industry, the rising hip-hop…

In the heart of a buzzing metropolis, where the streets echo dreams and ambition, a new voice is breaking through…

In a genre constantly evolving, authenticity still cuts through the noise. And RAIZIEL — the California-born, West Texas–raised rapper-turned-reggaeton artist…

Roc Nation’s Newest Star: Daylite Signs Major Distribution Deal, Bringing Real R&B Back to the Spotlight In an era where…

Memphis rapper Blac Youngsta in the music video for the song “Bloody N.” The song comes off his music project…

Check out Key Glock’s official music video for song titled “Glockaveli.” Director: @jaketheshooter Executive Producer: @ShooterCo Producer: @bryansworld_ Production Manager:…

Check out Finesse2Tymes in the music video for the song “Crucifix”. They treat me like a Don, I used to…

If you haven’t seen it yet, now’s the perfect time to check out the official music video for “Lil Baby”…

NYC-based rapper Knowitall and producer Bop Phrases have joined forces to release Welfare Island, a bold and introspective new album…

Rising St. Louis based indie Hip Hop artist Darrick Smith and Friends releases AI-infused single “All Yours”. The post St.…

Memphis Rap website is celebrating 24 years since its official launch—25 if you count the beta year—continuing its dedication to…

New video “Good Morning” by Travisty the Lazy Emcee, off his new project “Reminise 90’s Sh!t: the Jewbei Stash” out…

New album by East Coast artist Elvin Dale “The Dark in Me See the Dark in You“. The post Elvin…

Saginaw, Michigan MC “Jhiakhana” returns to the scene with the dark ominous “Mistaaa Simms” inspired by “Tales From the Hood”…

Twelve months of singles, album cuts and promotional tracks means as a listener you’re spoilt with choice. There’s always something…

There’s never a year quite like another. Same can be said for 2024, as we steer closer towards consumption headaches…

Personal and regional respect is earned on Lamar’s sixth studio album, fuelled by rage, reflection and a fever to relish…

Independent Hip Hop artist Mr. B drops his latest 3-track EP titled “On The Move“. The post WestCoast Rapper Mr.…

New single “Child Soldiers” by rising Hip Hop artist Brando Bambino, featuring Griselda affiliate Estee Nack. The post New Single…

The Manchester rapper’s second mixtape cultivates a self-reliant image, amplifying confident raps that portray a believable world beyond reasonable doubt.…

Two rap giants have been at odds for over a decade. To many, it wasn’t general knowledge until Future, Metro…

After undergoing life changing surgery preventing him from walking for 6 months, rising independent Hip Hop artist out of Paris,…

Bringing back true thought provoking, intellectual and fundamental West Coast hard hitting rap, veteran Bay Area underground artist Scrilla V…

Last year in music was one for the history books. It’s no surprise 2023 had a lot to live up…

This year was a peculiar year for music. Artists are still getting used to the internet dictating the next wave…

Hip-hop’s most notorious hustler has spent the better portion of three decades spreading game like gospel throughout his catalog. Whether…

The drill aficionado tackles curation duties on his debut project, blaring the fundamentals of the genre he helped pioneer. Curating…

The masked rapper’s debut album is an exceptional world-builder, bleak yet glistening in its dystopian soundtrack to an instant classic.…