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Music Drake, Eminem & More Among Spotify’s Most-Streamed Rappers Ever Spotify recently released lists of the most-streamed artists, songs, albums, and more in honor of the 20th anniversary of its launch. By Caroline Fisher April 23, 2026
Pop Culture Jay-Z & Alicia Keys' "Empire State Of Mind" Has Gone 9X Platinum Jay-Z's love of New York City is reciprocal, based on the huge numbers. By Jake Lyda June 28, 2023
Politics Kanye West Permitted To Perform In The Netherlands Despite Backlash The update comes after the United Kingdom blocked Kanye West from traveling to London to perform at Wireless Festival. By Cole Blake April 08, 2026
Streetwear Lil Yachty & BAPE Team Up For A Brand New Collection: Photos Lil Boat has been reimagined as Baby Milo. By Alexander Cole May 21, 2019
Music Vic Mensa Dodges Felony But Still Faces Possession Of Brass Knuckles Vic still faces jail time. By Karlton Jahmal March 01, 2020
Music Normani Net Worth 2024: What Is The Singer Worth? Journey through Normani's musical ascent, her artistry in R&B and pop, and her influential role beyond the stage. By Rain Adams January 26, 2024
Music Lil Uzi Vert Joins Paramore On Stage For "Misery Business" Lil Uzi has famously been a fan of Paramore and the band's lead singer, Hayley Williams. By Noah Grant June 01, 2023
Music Nipsey Hussle's Ex-Girlfriend Granted More Visitation Rights With Daughter The ongoing custody battle continues. By Tallie Spencer September 25, 2023
Music Travis Scott Ironically Ties A Previously Held Chart Debut Record By Nicki Minaj In terms of sales, though, La Flame totally separates himself from Nicki. By Zachary Horvath September 04, 2024
Music Dame Dash Has Two "Prominent" NYC Rappers Interested In His Roc-A-Fella Shares Attorney Christopher Brown tells those trying to purchase the shares directly from Dame Dash that they're “barking up the wrong tree.” By Caroline Fisher March 09, 2024
Sports Live Updates: Super Bowl LIX Kansas City Chiefs Vs Philadelphia Eagles, Kendrick Lamar Performs At Halftime HotNewHipHop will be bringing you up to the minute updates for Super Bowl LIX. By Alexander Cole February 09, 2025
Music FKA Twigs Promotes New Tour Dates With "Cellophane" Single FKA Twigs is hitting the road soon. By Alex Zidel April 25, 2019