If one were to conduct a deep dive into the artistry of Chance the Rapper, there are a few qualities that have undoubtedly become synonymous with his discography.

The show's suspension comes amid broader efforts to curb diversity at the institutional level. The next attempt to canonize the movement must learn lessons from its successes — and its missteps.

Ron Perry, who has led the Sony label since 2018, says it now takes longer to develop talent — "data isn’t enough anymore" — and sees alternative, dance and U.K. rap rising now.

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The results are remarkable. “Dear Mama” explores his complicated relationship with his mother; “Tomorrow Will Be Better” is one his rosier tracks, where he reflects on his rise and what it took to get ...

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LOS ANGELES, California — Rapper Cardi B testified this week in a high-profile civil trial, vigorously denying accusations that she physically assaulted a security guard outside a Beverly Hills clinic ...

We’ve never seen a star rapper turned college football player. Until now? According to MLFootball on X, the popular rapper will unofficially visit Maryland football on August 30, when the Terrapins ...