The New York Times – Music:
A study found that traffic fatalities increased in the United States by nearly 15 percent on the same days as the biggest album releases.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Afrika Bambaataa, Often Called the ‘Godfather of Hip-Hop,’ Is Dead
The New York Times – Music:
A pioneering rapper and D.J. from the Bronx, Mr. Bambaataa was accused of child sexual abuse later in his career.
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9 Ethereal, Emotional, Chaotic and Goofy Cloud-Rap Gems
The New York Times – Music:
A quick guide to the underground genre, featuring fakemink, Bladee, Yung Lean and more.
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U.K. Bars Kanye West Over Antisemitism, Months Before Festival Performances
The New York Times – Music:
The BBC said that entry to the country was being denied to the rapper formerly known as Kanye West.
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Offset, Former Migos Rapper, Is Shot Outside Florida Casino
The New York Times – Music:
The former member of the chart-topping trio was in stable condition after being shot in Hollywood, Fla., his representative said. The police said they had detained two other people.
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Kanye West Plays First American Concert Since 2021
The New York Times – Music:
A concert on Wednesday at SoFi Stadium was the rapper’s first full live show in the United States since 2021 — and since a series of antisemitic behavior.
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Hanumankind Went From a Desk Job in India to Rap Stardom
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Sooraj Cherukat, who performs as Hanumankind, became a breakout artist in 2024. What comes next?
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Humankind Went From a Desk Job in India to Rap Stardom
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Sooraj Cherukat, who performs as Hanumankind, became a breakout artist in 2024. What comes next?
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Jury Awards Chance the Rapper $35 in Legal Fight With Former Manager
The New York Times – Music:
The former manager, Pat Corcoran, sued in 2020, seeking $3.8 million in unpaid royalties. Chance countersued for $1 million. The legal battle ended last week in what amounted to a draw.