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Latin pop is overdue for a genuine club record, and La’Ci might just be the one to deliver it. On April 20, the rising bicultural star dropped “Major,” a sweat-drenched, high-BPM urban dance track that takes dead aim at the dance floor. While she is currently in the studio crafting her upcoming EP with five-time Grammy winner Jerry Wonda—the veteran architect behind massive hits for the Fugees, Shakira, and Carlos Santana—La’Ci took a different route for “Major.” The track is a relentless mix of reggaeton dembow, driving EDM basslines, and jagged hyperpop elements. It’s loud, it’s fast, and it doesn’t…

Whether we embrace it or not, change is inevitable. It sometimes happens when we want it and oftentimes when we’re not even thinking about it. On her new EP, Subject To Change, India Shawn leans into the uncertainty life offers. “Falling in and out of feelings. Nothing is fixed, everything is in flux,” says Shawn. “My new EP, ‘Subject To Change,’ moves through sonic worlds from bright, airy ‘Marmalade’ to the dark, melancholic ‘Multiplicity.’ Nothing ever really stays the same, especially matters of the heart, and I wanted the music to move as fluidly as we do.” Subject To Change…

Dayton, Ohio — In an era where virality often outweighs longevity, Black Crown Records is emerging as a forward-thinking independent label focused on long-term artist development, branding, and cultural impact. Founded by J.A. Stephen Jr., professionally known as Bear, the company is built on the idea that success in today’s music industry requires more than just viral moments. Instead of chasing trends, Black Crown Records is focused on intentionally developing artists with identity, longevity, and the ability to evolve across different eras of music. “We’re not trying to build artists for a moment,” Bear says. “We’re building stars with identity,…

A true pioneer in Hip-Hop, Michael Berrin, better known to the world as MC Serch, celebrates his 58th birthday today. Born May 6, 1967, in Far Rockaway, Queens, Serch was one of the first Jewish emcees to gain recognition and credibility in the culture, leaving an indelible mark that spans decades. Rising to fame as one-third of the group 3rd Bass, Serch helped shape late ’80s and early ’90s Hip Hop with sharp lyricism and a unique perspective. With 3rd Bass, he recorded three influential albums before going solo and releasing Return of the Product in 1992 under Def Jam.…

Image Image Credit Lauren Leigh Bacho / Contributor via Getty Images Image Alt Cardi B and Stefon Diggs celebrate after the AFC Championship game between the New England Patriots and the Denver Broncos on Jan. 25, 2026, in Denver, Colorado Image Size landscape-medium Key Takeaways: Stefon Diggs said a proposal to Cardi B is “on the agenda.” Cardi has expressed openness to marriage again following her split from Offset. The New England Patriots are expected to face off against the Seattle Seahawks at the Super Bowl LX on Sunday (Feb. 8). Stefon Diggs says proposing to Cardi B might be…

By Billboard Hip-Hop StaffNebraska hip-hop artist Sizzle is stepping into the spotlight with the release of his powerful new single, “No Sleep,” dropping at midnight. Known for his emotional transparency and uncompromising authenticity, Sizzle delivers one of his most personal records to date—an introspective dive into trauma, mental health, and resilience.“No Sleep” captures the restless reality of living with unresolved pain. Over a hard-hitting yet atmospheric production, Sizzle unpacks the mental toll of sleepless nights, emotional scars, and the inner battles that often go unseen. Rather than masking vulnerability, he leans into it—offering listeners a reminder that they are not…

Remember Q-Tip’s fateful warning: “Industry rule No. 4080: Record-company people are shady”? Yeah, well, so do the Beastie Boys. They got a first-hand look at it while they were recording their second album, 1989’s Paul’s Boutique.Vulture shared an excerpt from the just released Beastie Boys Book by group members Michael Diamond (Mike D) and Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock), and they admit that not only did they waste a ton of money making the record, but they got pushed to the side for, of all people, Donny Osmond.It all started when the group decided to part ways with Def Jam and head over…

Bay Area artist Kylo G is getting ready to release his new single “No Hands” featuring Pylit Zyi, dropping May 11 on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube, and more. Originally from the Bay Area, Kylo G later moved to Missouri before eventually returning to Sacramento, California, where he continued taking his music career seriously and developing his sound. Over the years, those experiences helped shape his style and the way he approaches music today. Having spent more than five years working on his craft, Kylo G says he became more focused on making music that…

Two-time Grammy-winning powerhouse Kehlani is celebrating both a new chapter and a personal milestone with the release of her highly anticipated self-titled fifth studio album, KEHLANI, which arrived on her birthday, April 24. Packed with superstar collaborations from legends and hitmakers including Brandy, Usher, Missy Elliott, Cardi B, Lil Wayne, Keri Hilson, Tank, Leon Thomas, T-Pain, Lil Jon, and Big Sean, the album evokes a fearless musical voyage through love, vulnerability, healing, passion, and self-discovery. A self-titled album is often an artist’s most personal statement, and KEHLANI is no exception. The project captures Kehlani at her most honest and creatively…

Cheng Xin / GameStop / eBay GameStop isn’t the juggernaut it used to be, and that’s why many analysts are confused by its unsolicited offer to acquire eBay. Shares of eBay were up more than than 4% Monday after the video game retailer announced it made an unsolicited bid of $56 billion to take over eBay. GameStop announced on Sunday that it had submitted a nonbinding proposal to purchase 100% of eBay for $125.00 per share (50% cash and 50% GameStop common stock), valuing the online auction site at about $55 billion. Love Hip-Hop Wired? Get more! Join the Hip-Hop…