The New York Times – Music:
On Thursday, the streaming platform took down “Vultures 1” after the LP’s distributor, Fuga, said its upload violated a service agreement. The album, which is on pace to hit No. 1, later returned to the service.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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‘The Vince Staples Show’ Is Part Art House, Part ‘Home Improvement’
The New York Times – Music:
The hip-hop star’s wit has long shone in his critically acclaimed music and on social media. Now, it is the center of his new Netflix sitcom.
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8 Crush Songs for Valentine’s Day
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Frank Ocean, Alicia Keys and of course, the Jets.
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For Flagboy Giz, Mardi Gras Is More Than ‘Just Some Floats’
The New York Times – Music:
The 37-year-old artist is a Black Masking Indian who sews his own colorful suits. His blending those practices with rap music has made him one of the city’s most in-demand performers.
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Usher Super Bowl Halftime Review: A Vegas Party With Alicia Keys, Lil Jon and More
The New York Times – Music:
Joined by the likes of Alicia Keys, Ludacris, Lil Jon, will.i.am and H.E.R., Usher delivered a slick set that was a throwback to a hit-packed era of the mid-2000s.
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Kanye West’s ‘Vultures 1’ Debuts in New York
The New York Times – Music:
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been mired in controversy after making a string of antisemitic remarks. Thousands showed up to hear “Vultures 1” on Friday night.
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2024 Grammys, Dissected: Taylor, Miley, SZA, Tracy, Joni and More
The New York Times – Music:
Was this the year the awards got it correct?
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Ice Spice at the Grammys: Y2K Brand Baby Phat Makes a Comeback
The New York Times – Music:
A major moment on the Grammys red carpet showed how far the brand has come — and how it helped change what constitutes high fashion.
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Killer Mike Calls His Grammys Arrest a ‘Speed Bump’
The New York Times – Music:
The artist was arrested on a misdemeanor battery charge after winning awards for best rap album, best rap performance and best rap song.