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Pirouette – Album by 2hollis

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:28:46 +0000

2hollis is an artist who has dominated the underground scene. It almost feels as though he is destined for mainstream superstardom. He still has a long way to go, but he is certainly on that path. On Wednesday, he came through with his 16-track album, Pirouette. It’s an album that the fans had been waiting for, and it most certainly does not disappoint. You can listen to it below. Be sure to use our rating system to let us know what you think.

Release Date: November 11, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, Underground

Tracklist for Pirouette

Spring (Love Me)
Skin
The Lady In Red
Pressure
Human After All
Sophie
Sex
Hurt
Eyes Wide Closed
Betrayal
i2i
Warhorse
Today
Heaven Speaker
My One And Only
Daisy

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Eclipse – Album by B2K

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:20:46 +0000

B2K is a legendary R&B group, and fans have been asking for a comeback album for a while. Following their Verzuz battle, they dove headfirst into the rollout for ECLIPSE, which is exactly what those fans wanted. Singles like “Mileage” and “Lil Freak” were crowdpleasers. Now, the full album is here. It contains 12 songs and just one feature. That feature is none other than BOW WOW, who appears on the song “BOYFRIEND.” You can check out the album below. Be sure to rate the project with our rating system.

Release Date: November 6, 2026

Genre: R&B

Tracklist for Eclipse

I LOVE YOU
Mileage
Lil Freak
I’M OUTSIDE
IT’S NOTHING
808
BOYFRIEND ft. Bow Wow
4 THE NIGHT
LONG AS WE
COSIGN
TODAY
VIBRATE

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Snakes & Ladders – Album by Armand Hammer

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:14:11 +0000

Armand Hammer, the duo consisting of billy woods & E L U C I D, are back with a new album, Snakes & Ladders. This project contains 16 new songs with a ton of features. Artists like Sebb Bash, Kenny Segal, and clipping. can be found on the album. It’s another example of just how much chemistry this duo has. It’s also nice when two artists of this caliber come through with a surprise album. Check it out below and let us know what you think with our rating system.

Release Date: November 11, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist for Snakes & Ladders

Deadbolts ft. clipping.
Send for Me ft. Kenny Segal
Lock Out/Tag Out ft. Sebb Bash
Jet Magazine ft. Mekala Session, Kara-do
Nightswim ft. Kenny Segal
TimesTables ft. Jeff Markey
don’t say it if it isn’t true ft. Sebb Bash
Gravity ft. Child Actor
Vespers ft. Animoss
Dragon Teeth ft. Therevada
Incidentals ft. Petter Eldh & Mekala Session
Graveside ft. DJ Haram, Eomac, Saint Abdullah
Dogville ft. Kenny Segal, Messiah Musik
Assembly Lines ft. Preservation
Risk ft. $ilkMoney, Steel Tipped Dove
if we must die ft. Sebb Bash

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Game Changers – Song by Raekwon

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:07:26 +0000

Raekwon is one of hip-hop’s biggest legends. On Wednesday, he delivered a brand-new single called “Game Changers,” and it’s certainly going to impress long-time listeners. Raekwon’s delivery remains on point. His lyricism is phenomenal as he tells a story about the greats and the people who came before him. Meanwhile, the maximalist production takes you back to a time when lyricists truly mattered. For many, this is a nostalgic cut. One that will be on repeat as the week continues.

Release Date: November 11, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Drake Is Not Impressed With YouTube’s Latest Billboard Partnership

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:58:25 +0000

Drake has no problem weighing in on hot-button issues involving the music industry. For instance, on Tuesday, he weighed in on two separate trending topics. The first was the Coachella lineup. He did not make the cut, and to that, he responded with a crying emoji.

On his Instagram story, Drizzy decided to respond to the recent story concerning Billboard and YouTube. After opting out of having its data count towards the charts earlier this year, YouTube has opted back into Billboard. This is going to increase sales for a multitude of artists. Although it only goes into effect as of January 16 of next year.

Drake Gives His Commentary

Drake reacts to YouTube streams returning to Billboard charts in 2027 after the platform pulled its data earlier this year:

“Wtf this game so cooked ” pic.twitter.com/ulDWiNcJoK
— Kurrco (@Kurrco) November 11, 2026

Drake’s response came across as sour grapes, as he simply wrote “wtf this game so cooked.” Clearly, the man doesn’t find this news particularly amusing. Maybe it has something to do with him missing the cut with his three most recent albums.

What Does The YouTube & Billboard Partnership Mean For Artists?

This new partnership is going to immediately boost album sales for artists, specifically those who have strong audiences on YouTube. Artists like NBA YoungBoy immediately come to mind in this instance.

Essentially, artists needed 2,500 YouTube plays to get one album sale. That number was just 1,000 on Spotify. This is why YouTube pulled its data from Billboard in the first place. However, with Billboard agreeing to bring that 2,500 number down to 1,500, YouTube has decided to opt back in. Now, artists on the platform will get the proper sales figures for their work.

It’s a huge win for the artists, although if you are someone who missed the boat on this kind of reporting, then it’s easy to feel cheated. Given the fact Drake missed out on some big-time numbers, his response makes a whole lot of sense.

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Drake Solemnly Responds To Being Left Off Coachella Lineup

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:46:56 +0000

Earlier this year, Drake was floated as someone who could potentially headline Coachella. In fact, there were some rumors suggesting that he was a finalist. It makes sense. With three new albums worth of material this year, Drizzy would be the perfect headliner. He came through with some massive hits, and fans would be eager to hear them on stage.

Unfortunately for Drake and his fans, headlining Coachella was not to be. The lineup was announced on Tuesday night, and Drizzy’s name was not on it. Interestingly enough, the artist decided to react to Coachella’s announcement on their official Instagram page.

Drake leaves a comment under Coachella’s official 2027 lineup announcement

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— Kurrco (@Kurrco) November 11, 2026

In the photo above, you can see that Drake left a crying emoji. It’s a reaction that suggests he is feeling left out and wants those feelings to be known. That said, this is Drake we are talking about. There is a very realistic possibility that this was meant to just be petty.

At this time, it is unclear why Drake wasn’t selected. Perhaps Coachella decided he was too controversial. Maybe Drake himself decided to turn it down? Whatever the case may be, you won’t be hearing ICEMAN at music’s biggest festival.

Who Is On The Coachella Lineup?

The Coachella lineup includes some of the biggest artists in the world. For instance, the headliners include Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, and SZA. Artists like Madonna, Zara Larsson, Steve Lacy, Don Toliver, Kehlani, and Fetty Wap will all be performing. However, hip-hop acts remain sparse for this year’s event.

Coachella will take place in Indio, California, at the Empire Polo Club. Furthermore, it is a two-weekend event. The first weekend is between April 9-11 and the second is between April 16-18. It is slated to be a massive event, although for some fans, the lack of hip-hop is a real vibe killer.Drake

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SZA To Headline Coachella As Hip-Hop Remains Largely Absent From The Lineup

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:32:55 +0000

SZA remains one of the biggest artists in the world, so it should come as no surprise that she has landed on the Coachella lineup. In fact, she is going to be the headliner on the third day of the two-weekend festival. Other headliners include Dua Lipa and Tame Impala.

While Don Toliver is getting some love on the third day of the festival, you will notice that hip-hop is largely being excluded. There are hardly any rap acts to be found. Coachella has championed the genre in the past, although with recent audience shifts, it is clear that the genre is simply being phased out of these spaces.

It’s a harsh reality, and one that is sad for a lot of fans. There was a time when a hip-hop artist could headline these festivals. Now, they are reduced to second billing. Rumors circulated that Drake could be on the lineup, but as it turns out, that never materialized.

Coachella Lineup

The shows will take place in Indio, California, at the Empire Polo Club. The shows are set for April 9 – 11 and April 16 – 18, 2027. If you are a fan of music, regardless of genre, then this will be an event you must attend at least once.

How To Cop Tickets

If you are trying to get tickets for next year’s Coachella, you will be able to do so over at coachella.com. Moreover, there are various transportation and accommodation packages for each weekend. These are especially popular for those who might be attending from out of town.

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Usher & Chris Brown Cancel Los Angeles & Miami Shows Amid Alleged Beef

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 13:12:08 +0000

Usher and Chris Brown have been embroiled in some controversy as of late, mostly stemming from their November 5 Atlanta show, which was subjected to numerous delays. Their tour has since taken another turn, as it was reported on Tuesday evening by TMZ that the duo decided to cancel their November 16 show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

It was later reported by WSB-TV that two R&B stars also canceled an upcoming show on December 6 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. At this time, a reason for the cancelations has not been made available.

Usher And Chris Brown Cancel Their Show

Usher and Chris Brown's Los Angeles Concert Canceled Amid Ongoing Feud https://t.co/4vOvIEClWQ
— TMZ (@TMZ) November 11, 2026

Prior to the November 5 show, it was reported that Chris Brown wanted to wait for fans to get in their seats. However, Usher was adamant about starting the show on time. This reportedly led to a feud behind the scenes, and fans suffered as a result. There were complaints of a rushed show and long wait times. Now, there is a petition with 3000 signatures as fans look to secure refunds.

Where Are Usher & Chris Brown Performing Next?

Usher and Chris Brown still have plenty of tour dates. Tonight, they finish up in Atlanta before going to New Orleans, Houston, and Miami. They will eventually finish their tour in Tampa Bay on December 12.

November 11, 2026 – Atlanta, GA – Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Final night of Atlanta residency)
November 20, 2026 – New Orleans, LA – Caesars Superdome
November 21, 2026 – New Orleans, LA – Caesars Superdome
November 24, 2026 – Houston, TX – Reliant Stadium
December 3, 2026 – Miami Gardens, FL – Hard Rock Stadium
December 5, 2026 – Miami Gardens, FL – Hard Rock Stadium
December 11, 2026 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium
December 12, 2026 – Tampa, FL – Raymond James Stadium (Tour Finale)

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Kendrick Lamar’s “The Blacker The Berry” Gets An Anime Remix In “Bass X Machina”

Alexander Cole — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Kendrick Lamar has delivered some big hits over the years. One of those songs is none other than “The Blacker The Berry,” which comes from his 2015 magnum opus, To Pimp A Butterfly.

The song has been performed at the Grammys, and it has remained a pivotal song in rap history. That said, the song was recently used as part of an episode of Bass X Machina. This is a new anime on Netflix, with Brian Tyree Henry playing the part of Bass Reeves.

As you can see in the clip below, there is a gunfight on a train. When Reeves says, “Anybody wanna reconsider? You got until I finish reloading this gun,” the song begins playing. As you will notice, this is a remix of the song that is made to fit within the sound design of the episode.

Kendrick Lamar In Bass X Machina

kendrick remix in bass x machina alert pic.twitter.com/oWmrn0OKre
— Strong Black Lead (@strongblacklead) November 7, 2026

Overall, it is a dope move from the show to include this song. It just goes to show the power of Kendrick’s music, and how it remains culturally relevant after all these years.

Mustard once said that Kendrick Lamar was inspired by Goku when he made the song “Hey Now.” Clearly, the anime influences are clear, and now, the shoe is on the other foot.

“I had heard ‘Hey Now’ during the ‘Not Like Us’ video shoot; he played me a snippet. I asked him, ‘Man, what made you do that?’ And he said, ‘When I heard the beat, I just felt like Goku or something’,” Mustard told Grammy.com. “I was like, ‘What?’ And he explained, ‘Yeah, when I hear certain shit on your beats, it brings out something else in me, so I just did whatever I felt.’ I was like, ‘Wow, that’s crazy.'”

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GloRilla’s Sister Hints At Alleged Reconciliation

Alexander Cole — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 23:00:00 +0000

GloRilla’s sister, Victoria Woods, has been quite vocal on social media over the past few months. It all started when she accused Glo of turning her back on Woods and the rest of the family.

Woods eventually parlayed this into becoming an internet personality. Some felt as though it was extremely disrespectful to GloRilla, who was trying to build her career, and clearly had her own reasons for how she was moving.

In recent months, Woods has apologized for her behavior. While GloRilla has mostly stayed away from commenting on the situation, that has not stopped Victoria Woods from leaving hints on social media. For instance, she recently posted an Instagram story suggesting that she and GloRilla are reconciling.

Victoria Woods Speaks Out

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“OMG! Y’all wouldn’t believe who just contacted me and said, “Victoria, I forgive you. Let’s focus up and put this behind us.” And honestly, that made me [cry] today…. I’m getting on a plane today and we’re doing a live stream together. Watch thissssss!” Woods wrote.

While the post does not explicitly say GloRilla’s name, it does seem as though that is who she would be talking about. Who else would it be? It’s hard to think she would be talking about anyone other than her sister.

Ultimately, if a livestream does, in fact, come to fruition, then we will know for sure who the secret person is. Over on The Jasmine Brand, fans expressed excitement about this news. However, once again, it is still uncertain who it was that messaged Woods in the first place.

Let us know what you think of all this in the comments below.

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