Jul 14, 2026
The Price of a Leak: Why Cybersecurity is the New Business Standard in Hip-Hop
A report from K97.5 outlines why cybersecurity is the ultimate brand-protection tool for independent hip-hop artists.
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Jul 14, 2026
Jay-Z Frustrated by Yankee Stadium Security Breach, Mayor Zohran Mamdani Launches Investigation
A major security breach at Jay-Z's "Extra Innings" show delayed the concert by three hours, prompting an official investigation by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Jul 14, 2026
Nippa Recruits Blxst For His Smooth New Single "Homegrown"
UK R&B vocalist Nippa connects with West Coast melody machine Blxst for their new collaborative single, "Homegrown."
Jul 14, 2026
Thundercat Announces Fall 2026 North American 'Distracted AF' Tour
Thundercat is hitting the road this fall for the 'Distracted AF' North American tour with support from Channel Tres, TiaCorine, and more.
Jul 14, 2026
2 Chainz Talks Beating Lean Addiction and Finding His Sober Spark with DJ Drama
In a new interview with DJ Drama on Revolt TV, 2 Chainz opens up about his battle with lean and how recording "Codeine Withdrawal" proved he could still make hits sober.
Jul 14, 2026
2 Chainz Details His Journey From Tity Boi to Hip-Hop Legend on Gangsta Grillz
2 Chainz pulled up on DJ Drama to talk about his legendary rebrand, selling weed to Lil Wayne, and why we never got a second Gangsta Grillz tape.
Jul 14, 2026
In Rotation: Emjay
The Guadalajara native traded pop for razor-sharp Latin trap, and her new era is actively redesigning the architecture of Mexican urbano.
Jul 14, 2026
In Rotation: AZIEDOESNTEXIST
Atlanta's AZIEDOESNTEXIST cuts through the noise with raw, languid confessionals on her new 11-track project, Strings Attached.
Jul 14, 2026
Lessons: The Soulquarians Era
Inside the late-nineties Electric Lady Studios sessions where D’Angelo, J Dilla, Questlove, Erykah Badu, and a collective of visionaries rewired the rhythm of Black music.
Jul 14, 2026
Durand Bernarr Earns The Wooster Co-Sign
Fresh off a Grammy win for BLOOM and the release of his self-titled fourth album, Cleveland's own Durand Bernarr officially receives the Wooster Co-Sign.
Jul 14, 2026
StubHub Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over CEO’s Ticket Broker Side Gig
A new class action lawsuit alleges StubHub CEO Eric Baker has been profiting as a ticket broker on his own platform.
Jul 14, 2026
Nous Research Nears $1.5 Billion Valuation With Pending $75 Million Funding Round
Open-source AI startup Nous Research is finalizing a $75 million funding round led by Robot Ventures, pushing its valuation to $1.5 billion.
Jul 13, 2026
In Rotation: H.LLS
London's anonymous alt-R&B trio H.LLS trade ego for heavy low-end and distorted soul.
Jul 13, 2026
In Rotation: cikho
Cikho is mastering the art of the bite-sized R&B groove, dominating UK playlists while catching terrestrial radio spins in Philly.
Jul 13, 2026
No More Freeze: Copyright Royalty Board Moves to Keep Mechanical Rates Tied to Inflation Through 2032
The proposed Phonorecords V settlement would protect physical and download mechanical royalty rates from inflation through 2032.
Jul 13, 2026
U.K. Government Boosts Music Growth Package to $60 Million
The U.K. government has increased its Music Growth Package funding to $60 million, aiming to back over 2,000 music projects over the next three years.
Jul 13, 2026
The Record Industry Wants Spotify and Apple Music to Label AI Tracks
Major music organizations are pushing streaming services to adopt standardized "AI-generated" and "AI-assisted" labels on tracks.
Jul 13, 2026
hemlocke springs Earns the Wooster Co-Sign
We are officially stamping hemlocke springs with the Wooster Co-Sign as her rising wave of left-of-center pop takes over the airwaves.
Jul 13, 2026
Mark Lux Earns The Wooster Co-Sign Badge
With major playlist placements and rising industry conviction, Mark Lux officially earns the Wooster Co-Sign.
Jul 13, 2026
In Rotation: Katie Tupper
Former competitive hockey player Katie Tupper trades the ice for the studio, delivering a debut album that seamlessly bridges Americana and neo-soul.
Jul 13, 2026
In Rotation: Presley Regier
The 23-year-old LA producer who built tracks for Doja Cat and Coco Jones steps out from behind the boards to prove he belongs on the mic.
Jul 13, 2026
In Rotation: Jessie Mazin
The LA-based singer-songwriter tackles generational exhaustion with a cynical edge and a bare acoustic guitar on her debut EP.
Jul 13, 2026
Jeezy Explains the Massive Life Changes That Saved Him From Losing It All
The Atlanta pioneer sat down with The Pivot Podcast to detail the jarring reality check that forced him to change his lifestyle.
Jul 13, 2026
Masego Is Reportedly Dropping A Surprise Album This Friday
The Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist is reportedly dropping his new album 'Fix Your Face' this week ahead of his massive 2026 world tour.