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Byline: Wyles Daniel When The Hollywood Reporter and the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami recently teamed up to run a nationally representative survey on how Americans think about AI, creativity, and music discovery, the goal was simple: get a clear reading on the cultural moment. We spoke with Dean Shelton “Shelly” Berg, Grammy-nominated musician and dean of the Frost School, to unpack how these trends are reshaping music education, artist development, and the future of the industry. “We wanted real data on how people are thinking about music right now,” Berg says. “Artists are facing a new…
Snoop Dogg is bringing holiday vibes to the NFL this Christmas. Netflix confirmed Tuesday that the rap icon will headline its Christmas Day halftime show during the Detroit Lions vs. Minnesota Vikings game. The performance, titled Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party, will air live from U.S. Bank Stadium. The set is expected to feature a mix of Snoop Dogg’s classic hits, holiday-themed music, and appearances from special guests. The Lions vs. Vikings matchup is one of two NFL games Netflix will stream on Christmas Day. The streamer will also air the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders, marking another major push into…
Josh Hart had social media buzzing after cameras caught him pulling a wild move on Jalen Brunson during the Knicks’ NBA Cup celebration. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Josh Hart turned the Knicks’ NBA Cup celebration into a viral circus Tuesday night after cameras caught him doing the absolute most—jamming his thumb into Jalen Brunson’s backside. Yeah, you read that right. The wild move went…
While countless end-of-year lists circulate each December, few captured hip hop’s devotion to lyricism like the Genius “2025 In Review.” Despite narratives suggesting otherwise, the data show that 2025 was a strong year for both legacy and modern hip hop. More than half of Genius’s top artists were hip-hop acts, including Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Eminem, Playboi Carti, and Kanye West. Kendrick Lamar claimed the top lyric of the year with a moment from “Not Like Us,” the viral opening line “Ayy, Mustard on the beat, ho,” as the song surpassed 17 million page views on Genius. The track further cemented…
Facing their largest deficit of the Knockout Rounds, the Knicks closed the Emirates NBA Cup Championship with a stunning surge, defeating the Spurs 124 to 113 after trailing by 11 late in the third quarter. Victor Wembanyama briefly took over, scoring 10 straight points in a rapid burst that electrified T-Mobile Arena and gave San Antonio control. New York never flinched. The Knicks responded with a 43 to 21 closing run, fueled by relentless effort on both ends. OG Anunoby led with 28 points and nine rebounds, while Jalen Brunson added 25 points and eight assists to guide a full-unit…
A$AP Rocky has officially announced his long-awaited new album, Don’t Be Dumb, set to arrive January 16. The Harlem rapper revealed the project on social media, confirming that the album’s cover art was created by acclaimed filmmaker and artist Tim Burton. Rocky celebrated the moment by thanking Burton for helping bring the vision to life, calling the project a “movie” and apologizing to fans for the wait. The announcement immediately sparked excitement, marking Rocky’s first full-length release in years. Rihanna quickly showed her support in the comments, writing, “Sooo f*ckin proud!!!! LETS GOOOO BABY,” further fueling anticipation around the drop.…
Rick Ross is hitting the highway and the bookshelf with Renaissance of a Boss, a memoir-meets-manifesto set to drop May 12, 2026, via Hanover Square Press, chronicling his creative reboot and personal detours through fame, failure and psychedelic self-discovery. The Hip-Hop heavyweight’s third literary effort follows a sprawling, soul-searching road trip that includes a failed attempt to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, a surreal mushroom trip that convinced him he was in Emancipation, and a sweat lodge ceremony in Santa Fe. Along the way, Ross opens up about the artistic burnout he hit as he neared 50 and the 20th anniversary of…
Saquon Barkley is tapping into Philadelphia pride as the playoffs approach. Following a momentum-building win over the Raiders, Barkley shared a recent post soundtracked by Meek Mill’s new song “Free Smoke” from the Indie Pack (Vol. 1) EP. The track name drops Barkley, making the moment resonate even more with Philly fans. Fresh off Meek’s hometown performance, “Free Smoke” is already gaining traction and feels like an early contender for a new Philadelphia sports anthem. By pairing his post with Meek’s latest release, Barkley leaned directly into the city’s culture, blending football momentum with local hip hop energy. As postseason…
Kay Flock stood before a Manhattan federal judge Tuesday (December 16) as his attorneys argued there was no way he masterminded a violent Bronx gang due to an “intellectual disability” that allegedly left him incapable of leading the Sev Side/DOA crew. The 22-year-old drill rapper, born Kevin Perez, appeared in court for sentencing after a March conviction on racketeering conspiracy and weapons charges and was hit with a 30-year bid. Prosecutors were pushing for a 50-year prison term, accusing him of directing a string of brutal shootings across the Bronx and upper Manhattan between 2020 and 2022. In a sharp…
Halle Bailey turned a rocky shoreline into a sun-soaked fantasy, blending raw ocean scenery with effortless confidence in a striking beachside photo set. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe Halle Bailey turns a rocky shoreline into a soft-focus fantasy, posting up where the waves crash and the sunlight hits just right. The setting is raw and jagged, but Halle brings the balance, standing steady on slick…