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Drake Dominates, But Where's Snoop? Billboard's Surprising 21st Century R&B/Hip-Hop Rankings Billboard's newly released Top R&B/Hip-Hop Artists of the 21st Century chart has delivered some eyebrow-raising results that are sure to spark debates across music forums and social media platforms. While some rankings seem inevitable, others are downright shocking – particularly when you consider who made the cut and who didn't. Drake's dominance at No. 1 hardly comes as a surprise, given his record-breaking 30 No. 1s on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and 135 top 10 hits – each more than double his nearest competitor. But here's where things get interesting: a Canadian artist claiming the throne of American R&B and hip-hop for an entire century? Twenty years ago, that would have seemed impossible. Yet Drake's genre-blending approach and consistent chart performance have redefined what it means to be an R&B/hip-hop artist in the streaming e...

Chris Brown’s New Song It Depends Is Basically a Flex That He’s Too Old— and Too Much —for Marriage Chris Brown just dropped the single It Depends featuring Bryson Tiller on July 25, 2025, and not to be dramatic, but the man basically made it his mission to remind you he’s past the relationship phase and prime for a wild, no-strings gig. The track samples Usher’s silky bridge from Nice & Slow and repackages it into his own version of “I’m not for marriage; I just want you for the night.” In true Breezy fashion, he teased it mid-July on Instagram with a, “Should I drop this?” and fans went wild. Within days, he bowed to pressure and let it fly across all streaming platforms. Let’s break down what’s going on here : Chris Brown, now 36 and seasoned, is leaning hard into that wild woman for the wild night trope. Even before you lower your expectations, Bryson Tiller comes through doubling down—not with anything revolutionary, but with enough buttery vocals and chem...

An Ode to John Legend: Still Making Hearts Soar After All These Years There's something magical about John Legend that transcends time, trends, and generations. As we watch him continue to evolve as an artist in 2025, one thing remains crystal clear: John Legend isn't just a musician —he's a feeling, a memory, a soundtrack to our most precious moments. Remember twenty years ago when we first discovered those silky smooth vocals? We sang Ordinary People to our babies during midnight feedings, hummed All of Me at weddings, and found solace in Stay With You during difficult times. Those songs didn't just play in the background of our lives:  they became the very fabric of our emotional experiences . Every mom knows exactly what we're talking about. John Legend's music has been our companion through sleepless nights, joyful celebrations, and everything in between. Fast forward to today, and Legend continues to prove why he's earned his place as ...

Linkin Park have recently seen a resurgence in popularity, particularly in the UK, while also preparing for a major Australian tour in 2026.   Their debut, Hybrid Theory , is climbing back into the top 10 of the UK’s Official Rock & Metal Albums chart as of August 12, 2025. ☆  Upcoming Australian Tour ▪︎ Linkin Park will return to Australia in March 2026—marking their first tour there since 2013 ☆  The tour dates are: ▪︎ Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – Brisbane  Entertainment Centre, Brisbane ▪︎ Sunday, March 8, 2026 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne ▪︎ Saturday, March 14, 2026 – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Discography Overview (Studio Albums) 1. Hybrid Theory – released October 24, 2000. It became 2001’s best-selling album in the US and has sold over 32 million copies worldwide to date. 2. Meteora – released March 2003. Continued building their nu-metal and melodic sound, cementing their fame. 3. Minutes to Midnight – released May 2007. Marked a st...

BLACKPINK is Back and Ready to Make You JUMP!  After a three-year hiatus that left BLINK s worldwide counting down the days, BLACKPINK has returned with an absolute banger that's got everyone jumping – literally! Jump , released on July 11, 2025, marks the quartet's triumphant comeback, and boy, did they come back swinging. The numbers don't lie – Jump blasted straight to No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. U.S. charts, proving that BLACKPINK's magnetic pull on fans worldwide hasn't dimmed one bit. With 109.9 million streams and 11,000 sales outside the U.S., the track became the largest streaming debut for a female song released in 2025. Talk about making an entrance! True to BLACKPINK's reputation as live performance powerhouses, Jump made its world debut at Goyang Stadium in South Korea on July 5 during the kickoff of their DEADLINE World Tour . When the chorus chant JUMP! dropped, the audience exploded with ener...

Ode to Flashdance Pheromones Oh dance of light, where shadows sway,   In vibrant halls where hearts display,   With every twirl and every leap,   A world awakes from dusky sleep.   From rhythmic beats, a call does rise,   Where strangers meet with sparkling eyes,   A fragrant breeze, so sweet, divine,   In crowded rooms, our souls entwine.   Your magic pulls, a siren song,   Through bustling nights, where we belong,   The unseen ties, they weave us close,   In whispered motions, we find the most.   Oh, pheromones, enchanting grace,   Invisible threads that softly chase,   In every nod, a spark ignites,   In every glance, new worlds take flight.   With every step, a bond is born,   Across the floor, through dusk till morn,   The rhythm guides, the atmosphere,   As fleeting mome...

Justin Bieber's Daisies Blooms at 2: A Phoenix Rising from Industry Ashes After weathering storms that would have destroyed lesser artists, Justin Bieber has emerged from the darkness with something remarkable: hope. Daisies debuts at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 , marking not just another chart success, but a triumphant return to the light-hearted, sunkissed sound that reminds us why we fell in love with his music in the first place. The track, lifted from his surprise album Swag , feels like breathing fresh air after being trapped underground. Daisies explores the history of Bieber's relationship with his wife, Hailey Bieber , and emphasizes his commitment to her, showcasing an artist who has found his anchor in love rather than the turbulent waters of industry manipulation. This isn't just music—it's testimony from someone who glanced into the abyss, and chose to climb back toward the sun. For years, we watched as Justin became collateral damage in ...

The Fluorescent Midnigh t: Tyler's Dance Floor Prophecy The carpet moves. The carpeted floor begins to move as if on a treadmill beneath Tyler's feet in Stop Playing With Me , and suddenly we're not watching a music video anymore—we're witnessing the tectonic shift of an artist who once fed us ear worms wrapped in barbed wire, now serving us body movement on a silver platter that might be plastic. Or chrome. Does it matter? "If you do, do yourself..." The sentence hangs in the air like smoke from a gas station coffee pot, incomplete and somehow more truthful for its fractured state. Tyler, The Creator has always been the master of the unfinished thought, the provocateur who leaves you guessing whether you've been blessed or cursed. In his self-directed video, Tyler pays homage to 80's hip hop donning vintage gear and performing inside a room with gigantic speakers, wearing a retro number with a new mustache and chunky glasses—perhaps, int...

The Sound of Wheels on Concrete : How Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Brought Back My Son's Childhood The first time I heard those opening guitar riffs blasting through my TV speakers, I was the mother of a young son with calloused thumbs and dreams bigger than his bedroom. Yesterday, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 dropped, and suddenly I remember that kid again, frantically mashing buttons to nail the perfect combo. There's something magical about holding that controller after all these years. The muscle memory floods back instantly – the precise timing of an ollie, the satisfying click of landing a 900, the way your heart would race when you finally strung together that impossible combo you'd been attempting for weeks. The legendary skateboarding series returns with dozens of skaters and tricks, nineteen parks, and expanded Create-A-Park features, but what really takes me back is that unmistakable feeling of pure, unadulterated fun. I remember coming home...

Marlboro Rojo : The Song That Smokes on Every Level If you haven’t heard Marlboro Rojo yet, you’re either avoiding catchy tunes on purpose—or you’ve just been spared your first impromptu Spanish lesson. This song doesn't just stick in your head: It lights a match, takes a long, slow drag, and exhales confidence into your whole day. The artists behind the song—still too new on the scene for us to know if they're headed for global stardom or a one-hit-wonder in America—have already made something clear: they know how to leave an impression . Even the opening horns in the track don’t sound like your average French horn section. These players look like they’ve done time—not in band camp, but maybe in a high-speed chase through rhythm and blues. They make musical phrasing look easy, which is dangerous if you're the kind of person who tries to keep up on the dance floor. ( Warning : attempting to mimic these grooves may result in minor public embarrassment or spontan...

Bottle Rockets and Summer Memories : Scotty McCreery, Hootie & the Blowfish, and a Firework of a Collaboration There’s a particular kind of summer song that doesn’t just play — it glows . Scotty McCreery’s latest release, “Bottle Rockets,” featuring the unmistakable sound of Hootie & the Blowfish , is one of those songs. Timed just right for the Fourth of July, it’s not only a celebration of summer love and memories — it’s also a brilliant cross-generational bridge between 1990s heartland rock and 2020s country storytelling. The phrase bottle rockets might immediately conjure images of handheld fireworks soaring into the July sky — but in this song, it also becomes a metaphor for fleeting but powerful moments. “Bottle Rockets” doesn’t just take you to a summer night — it puts you right there: barefoot on the grass, a cold drink in hand, your favorite people gathered around a backyard speaker, and the sky lighting up with hope, fire, and nostalgia. Scotty McCreery ,...

Celebrating Independence Day : America's Most Beloved Traditions Every July 4th, America comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors that make our  Independence Day  the most patriotic celebration of the year. From sea to shining sea, communities gather to honor our nation's birthday with traditions that have become as American as apple pie itself. Fireworks : The Sky's the Limit When it comes to spectacular fireworks displays, America doesn't hold back. While Niagara Falls offers perhaps the most breathtaking backdrop for pyrotechnics, Boston and Washington D.C. are locked in a friendly rivalry for the most impressive shows. Boston's famous Fourth of July Pops concert and fireworks over the Charles River creates magic that would make John Philip Sousa proud, while D.C.'s National Mall display provides a patriotic backdrop that's truly the stuff of dreams. Though firecrackers and even sparklers are illegal in many areas, most Americans liv...

A Discography of Sean “Diddy” Combs — And the Shadow of Legal Trouble Sean “Diddy” Combs has worn many hats throughout his decades-long career: rapper, producer, label executive, fashion mogul, and entrepreneur. But music was always his launchpad, and through it, he created a lasting legacy. From Bad Boy Records to award-winning albums, Diddy’s influence has been deeply embedded in hip-hop and R&B since the 1990s. A Breakdown of Diddy’s Discography Though known for his presence in the media and business world, Diddy’s official studio albums are fewer than one might expect—yet each marks a distinct chapter in his artistic evolution. 1. No Way Out (1997) – Released under the name Puff Daddy & The Family, this debut album included hits like “I’ll Be Missing You,” “Can’t Nobody Hold Me Down,” and “Been Around the World.” It earned him a Grammy for Best Rap Album and solidified his mainstream appeal. 2. Forever (1999) – A more experimental release that received mixed...

Bad Bunny : The Reggaeton Revolutionary Who Conquered the World In the span of just a few years, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio—better known as Bad Bunny —has transformed from a grocery store bagger in Puerto Rico to one of the most influential artists on the planet. His meteoric rise represents more than just musical success; it's a cultural phenomenon that has redefined Latin music's place in the global mainstream. From Vega Baja to Global Stardom Born in 1994 in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny's journey began like many aspiring artists of his generation—uploading music to SoundCloud while working a day job. What set him apart wasn't just his distinctive gravelly voice or his ability to seamlessly blend reggaeton with trap, pop, and other genres, but his unwavering commitment to authenticity and his refusal to conform to industry expectations. His breakthrough came in 2016 with "Diles," a track that caught the attention of DJ Luian and led to h...

Remembering Brian Wilson : The Songwriting Genius Behind The Beach Boys' Timeless Sound The music world has lost one of its most visionary architects. Brian Wilson, co-founder of The Beach Boys , passed away on Wednesday at age 82, leaving behind a legacy that forever changed the landscape of popular music. His death marks the end of an era, but his revolutionary approach to songwriting and production will continue to influence generations of musicians to come. Wilson's genius lay not just in creating catchy melodies, but in crafting entire sonic worlds. As the founder and principal creative force of the Beach Boys, his catalogue of early hits embodied the fantasy of California as a paradise of beautiful youth, fast cars and endless surf. Songs like "Surfin' USA," "California Girls," and "I Get Around" didn't just capture the spirit of 1960s California—they helped create the very mythology that still defines the Golden State tod...

The Complicated Beauty of Tate McRae : When Summer Sadness Meets Mean Girl Energy There's something intoxicating about watching Tate McRae own her moment right now. With "What I Want" (her Morgan Wallen collaboration) hitting number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and "Just Keep Watching" making waves on the charts, the Canadian pop star is having the kind of summer that should feel triumphant. Yet there's an undercurrent of melancholy that runs through everything she does—a summer sadness that makes her success feel bittersweet rather than purely celebratory. Maybe it's the way she delivers her lyrics with that perfectly calculated vulnerability, or how her dance moves seem both effortless and coldly precise. There's something about Tate McRae that screams "I could destroy you and look beautiful doing it," and honestly? That energy is exactly what makes her so compelling. The Mean Girl Magnetism Let's be honest about what we...

Billie Eilish’s “ Birds of a Feather ” Is the Unshakeable Ballad That Refuses to Fall It’s rare for a song to hover on the Billboard Hot 100 for over a year—without ever nabbing the #1 spot—but Billie Eilish’s “ Birds of a Feather ” has done just that. Like its title suggests, the track has found its flock: a loyal base of fans who return to its slow-burn vulnerability again and again. Released quietly but embraced widely, this soft, lovesick ballad has become a staple in the emotional soundtrack of a generation. “Birds of a Feather” isn’t flashy. There’s no overproduction, no viral dance challenge, no shock factor. Instead, it’s Billie at her most vulnerable—both emotionally and vocally. With lines that feel whispered more than sung, the song captures the ache of loving someone with such intensity that it hurts. It’s not so much a cry for help as it is a quiet confession. No wonder it’s stuck around. Duetting with a Legend: Eminem and Billie Eilish And speaking of unlikely pairings—Bi...

Morgan Wallen : How One Voice Keeps Echoing Across Country (and Beyond) If you’ve searched Morgan Wallen’s name recently, you’re not alone. From small-town bars to big-city stadiums, Wallen’s voice is just about everywhere — and for good reason. Whether you’re a longtime country fan or just curious about what makes this guy such a magnetic force in modern music, let’s take a closer look at how he rose to the top, why he’s still climbing, and who he’s brought along for the ride. A Voice That Sticks Morgan Wallen’s voice isn’t polished — it’s rugged, gritty, and unmistakably Southern. That’s exactly what makes it so powerful. After first gaining attention on The Voice in 2014, Wallen didn’t win, but he sure didn’t lose either. He went on to build a fan base that keeps growing like wild honeysuckle. His blend of country, rock, and a dash of hip-hop swagger has made him stand out in a crowded field of cowboy-hatted crooners. Songs like “Whiskey Glasses,” “Sand in My Boots,” and...