The New York Times – Music:
The Grammy-nominated musician pleaded guilty to third-degree rape after a woman told the police she was beaten and assaulted at his home in 2022.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Patti Smith, Jon Batiste and More Tell the History of SummerStage
The New York Times – Music:
Patti Smith, David Byrne, Youssou N’Dour and other artists remember the performances, chance meetings and rainouts of the concert series that has defined New York City summers.
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The New York Hip-Hop Soundtracking the Knicks’ Run to the N.B.A. Finals
The New York Times – Music:
From old-school stars to young upstarts, the birthplace of hip-hop is basking in the big moment.
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Despite Protest, Ye Takes the Stage for Thousands of European Fans
The New York Times – Music:
Nearly 40,000 fans came out to hear the rapper formerly known as Kanye West in the Netherlands on Saturday, even as other European countries had canceled his concerts.
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Knicks Fans Want ’90s Tees. Pay Very 2026 Prices.
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Plus: A new Jay-Z look, the onset of all-black summer and a new gig for an ex-Marni designer
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Ye and Travis Scott Concerts Canceled in Italy Over Security Fears
The New York Times – Music:
The events were canceled “to ensure public order and safety,” the authorities said. Jewish leaders had objected to the concert by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, who has a history of antisemitic remarks.
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Lizzo Addresses the Backlash and Performs Live at The New York Times
The New York Times – Music:
During a special edition of “Popcast,” the singer discussed her new album and the public fallout from a series of lawsuits. Then she performed a stripped-down set.
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Rob Base, Rapper Known for ‘It Takes Two,’ Dies at 59
The New York Times – Music:
The singer died on Friday after a “private battle with cancer,” according to his official Instagram account.
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Breaking Down Drake’s Three-Album Surprise
The New York Times – Music:
Our hosts react to “Iceman,” “Habibti” and “Maid of Honour.”