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If You Need AI to Hear the ‘Soul’ in Rap, You Were Never Listening

AI is turning rap classics from artists like 50 Cent and DMX into “soul” covers, exposing who still refuses to respect hip-hop’s artistry.

Billboard Hip-Hop Rookie of the Month HeadHuncho Amir Is Aiming for a '50 Year Run' With His Career: ‘I'm Trying to Be on Jay-Z Status'

The East Dallas rapper, who never wears a pair of his crisp white Nike Air Force 1s more than once, is Billboard ‘s Hip-Hop ...

Black Thought and Redman: A Lyrical Summit Between Two Legendary MCs

Redman and Black Thought of the Roots talk about the art of lyricism, early hip-hop inspiration, skydiving, wellness, and more in this new interview.

Anthony Edwards Just Dropped a Rap Album with Wale, Pusha T, and Quavo

We wanted it to feel real,” the NBA superstar tells GQ of the star-studded LP, 'Legend In My Hood,' he executive produced ...
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Beloved Rapper's Mixtape Song Enters Charts 17 Years After Release — Here's Why

Tate McRae took to Instagram on Saturday, October 25, sharing a series of candid behind-the-scenes snapshots that give fans a ...

50 Cent Doubles Down After Backlash Over AI-Driven Song Makeovers

Cent reimagined his classic hits with an AI-powered Motown twist and defended the move after critics slammed the creative direction.
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As gold hits new records, you can now buy bars at Costco — but should you?

With gold prices hitting record highs and everyone talking about inflation hedges, you may be ready to jump on this glittery bandwagon. But here’s a twist you might not expect: one of the hottest ...