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For “Legendaddy,” an album billed as his last, the reggaeton forefather surveys the shifting styles that shaped his career.
Category: Rap and Hip-Hop
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Debating the Grammys’ Biggest, Oddest Category
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Only in record of the year could Lil Nas X and Olivia Rodrigo face off against Abba and Tony Bennett. Our critics break down all 10 nominees in a new “Diary of a Song” video.
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Soccer Mommy Stretches Her Sound, and 12 More New Songs
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Hear tracks by Phife Dawg, Omar Apollo, Zola Jesus and others.
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Lil Durk and Ghost Shake Up the Billboard Chart
The New York Times – Music:
After an eight-week run at the top for the “Encanto” soundtrack, new albums from the rapper and the Swedish metal band take over.
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Oxxxymiron, Russian Rapper, Brings a Banned Antiwar Message to Istanbul
The New York Times – Music:
The rapper, Oxxxymiron, said proceeds from his show would go to help Ukrainian refugees. Russians at the concert denounced the war but said they felt helpless to stop it.
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How Kneecap Is Pioneering Irish-Language Rap
The New York Times – Music:
The trio Kneecap is pioneering Irish-language rap, a genre that barely existed a decade ago.
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The Sounds of Ukrainian Pop
The New York Times – Music:
A conversation about some of the country’s stars, the musical traditions they work within and how they have grappled with the war.
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5 Things to Do This Weekend
The New York Times – Music:
Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually and in person in New York City.