Rap and Hip-Hop
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Music’s big awards show is trying to remedy its lack of diversity and heal a rift between the generations while remaining prime-time entertainment. It’s a tall order it hasn’t fulfilled yet. Source
The rappers Travis Scott and Big Boi joined Adam Levine’s band for a toothless performance free of politics. Source
Hear tracks by YBN Cordae, Lil Peep, Luis Fonsi and others. Source
A concert spanning the city’s recent hip-hop history was just a taste of the local flavor on display around the big game this weekend. Source
The rapper has agreed to testify against members of the Nine Trey Blood Gang, which he said he joined to bolster his credibility as a hip-hop persona. Source
The music awards have failed to recognize boundary-pushing black performers. But this year there’s a welcome surprise in a less-heralded competition. Source
Hear tracks by Phoebe Bridgers and Conor Oberst, Dua Lipa, J. Cole and others. Source
Hear tracks by Adia Victoria, Sam Smith and Normani, Potty Mouth and more. Source
His was the defining voice of 2018. What’s next for this Puerto Rican new-pop superstar? Source
