Hip-Hop
Hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa dies at 67 from cancer complications
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Afrika Bambaataa, a foundational hip-hop DJ, producer and founder of the Universal Zulu Nation, has died at age 67 from complications related to cancer. TMZ first reported the news. Kurtis Blow, executive director of the Hip Hop Alliance, described him as a 'key architect' of the genre's global identity.
Don Toliver returned to the Rolling Loud stage as a headliner on May 8, kicking off his Octane Tour before 60,000 fans at Camping World Stadium in Orlando.
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Mike D has released “Switch Up,” marking his first solo single and the first new music from any individual Beastie Boys member since 2011.
British rapper Skepta has released a new three-track EP titled Más Tiempo Vol. 2 via his own label. The house-influenced project precedes his summer residency at Hï Ibiza. He also shared that he is adding finishing touches to his upcoming album Fork And Knife.
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Clipse delivered an hour-long set at the Outdoor Theatre during the first weekend of Coachella 2026 on Sunday, April 12. The duo of Pusha T and Malice opened with four songs backed by Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker. The performance included a poignant tribute to Malice's late parents during 'The Birds Don't Sing'.
A new documentary on late rapper Big L, titled 'The Parable of Lamont Coleman,' has released its first trailer. Directed by Clark Slater and produced by Versus, the film receives full support from Big L's family and estate for the first time. It explores his life, music, and ties to Harlem's 'Danger Zone.'
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Jay-Z will headline the Roots Picnic 2026 in Philadelphia alongside the Roots. The festival is set for May 30 and 31 at Belmont Plateau, with his performance on May 30. Tickets are already on sale.
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