The New York Times – Music:
Cyndi Lauper, Joy Division, George Michael and the White Stripes are also among the first-time nominees up for induction this year.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Prosecutors in Chicago Will Drop Abuse Charges Against R. Kelly
The New York Times – Music:
The musician is already facing decades in prison after being convicted of federal charges, prompting the Cook County state’s attorney to halt her case.
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Rosalía Issues an English Request, and 9 More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Fever Ray, Chloë, Cécile McLorin Salvant and others.
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At Rennie Harris’s Hip-Hop University, Teaching the Teachers
The New York Times – Music:
Rennie Harris University aims to give educators a working knowledge not only of hip-hop dance technique, but also of its origins and culture.
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Drake: Rap’s Biggest Fan
The New York Times – Music:
Hip-hop can sometimes discourage rappers from openly embracing their heroes, but Drake wears his enthusiasms loudly and, this past week, literally.
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The Beatbox House to Travel Abroad for the State Dept.
The New York Times – Music:
The trip will mark the first time that the government officially recognizes the genre in its American Music Abroad program.
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Indie-Rock Supergroup boygenius Returns, and More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Kim Petras, Yaeji, Arlo Parks and others.