The New York Times – Music:
The rapper praised Hitler and took back an apology he made in 2023 for his past antisemitic remarks.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Doechii’s Victory Lap, and 10 More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks from Valerie June, Coi Leray, Destroyer and others.
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Irv Gotti: Key Milestones in the Life of the Rap Mogul
The New York Times – Music:
The producer, who died on Wednesday, built Murder Inc. into one of the most influential record labels of the early 2000s. His career was marred by a federal investigation and trial.
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How Kendrick Lamar’s Performances Led Him to the Super Bowl Halftime Show
The New York Times – Music:
Ahead of his Super Bowl halftime show, a look at how the rapper has turned introspective rhymes into his own visual language.
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Irv Gotti, Famed Hip-Hop Music Executive, Dies
The New York Times – Music:
The producer helped shape rap and R&B after founding the label Murder Inc., which launched artists like Ja Rule and Ashanti.
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The Super Bowl Finally Embraced Rap. Is There Also Room for Country?
The New York Times – Music:
Since Roc Nation’s partnership with the N.F.L., hip-hop stars like Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar have been center stage at halftime.
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Why We (Still) Think the Grammys Are Good Now
The New York Times – Music:
Big wins for Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and Chappell Roan. Standout performances from Doechii and Sabrina Carpenter. A conversation about why the 2025 awards worked.
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Is Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ Too Controversial for the Super Bowl?
The New York Times – Music:
After sweeping the Grammys on Sunday, Lamar’s ubiquitous Drake diss could be the centerpiece of the halftime show. That, it bears mentioning, is pretty strange.
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2025 Grammys: Best and Worst Moments
The New York Times – Music:
Doechii and Chappell Roan brought dramatic performances and heartfelt speeches, new artists stole the spotlight and men took a back seat at the 67th annual awards.