It’s not everyday that we get to follow the career journey of a superstar from almost the start of their notoriety. However, RENEGADE EL REY is an exception to this truth as it hasn’t been six months since we first covered a story on his then Grammy nomination with Killer Mike for the album “Micheal” and his single Okay Okay;…
Helecia Choyce, known to her fans as SKG, has made her mark this year with a relentless work ethic that’s hard to ignore. With her powerful spoken word single, “Discuss of a Black Man,” hitting the charts in both the US and UK, SKG is eyeing a prestigious goal: the…
Read MoreIntroduction: Honoring the Architect of Jamaican Music In the annals of Jamaican music history, one name resonates above many others: Coxsone Dodd. As a pioneering figure in the development of ska, rocksteady, and reggae, Dodd’s influence is immeasurable. His studio, Studio One, served as the breeding ground for countless iconic…
Read MoreIntroduction: Embracing Cultural Diversity Through Music As we step into the vibrant month of celebration for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, what better way to honor its rich cultural tapestry than through the universal language of music? AAPI Month is not only a time for recognition but…
Read MoreIt’s not everyday that we get to follow the career journey of a superstar from almost the start of their notoriety. However, RENEGADE EL REY is an exception to this truth as it hasn’t been six months since we first covered a story on his then Grammy nomination with Killer…
Read MoreThe 2023 BET Awards celebrated 50 years of hip-hop with tributes to the genre’s earliest voices, late legends, and new talent during a performance-packed show that consistently felt like a party. Sunday’s biggest surprise was a rare public performance by Quavo and Offset, the surviving members of Migos, who did a rendition of “Bad…
Read MoreGrammy Award-winning DJ and producer Kid Capri has joined forces with the dynamic rap duo, The Hoodies, to drop their scorching new single, ‘I’m Hot.’ This collaboration is a true fusion of Kid Capri’s legendary expertise and The Hoodies’ viral sensation, creating a wave of nostalgia and innovation. Kid Capri,…
Read MoreIt’s the most wonderful time of year! With every holiday season comes a new outpouring of festive music, and this year is no different. From pop and R&B to K-pop and country, artists from all genres revel in the season as they pen new, original Christmas songs and reinterpret well-loved…
Read MoreLiving Legends is a series that spotlights icons in music who are still going strong today. This week, GRAMMY.com spoke with eight-time GRAMMY winner Stephen Marley. The reggae multi-hyphenate is the youngest son of Bob and Rita Marley. Stephen Marley is a reggae Renaissance man. An eight-time GRAMMY winning singer, songwriter,…
Read More“I’m not sure if I’ll post this or not because I’m so emotional but the greatest honor an artist can ever hear is that they’ve been nominated for a Grammy,” the singer, 38, told his fans in a Friday, November 10, Instagram video before breaking down in tears. “I got to hear…
Read MoreCharlie Puth moved fans at his concert with a wholehearted piano performance honoring Matthew Perry following his tragic death on Saturday. At his Melbourne, Australia show over the weekend, the Grammy-nominated singer told his audience that his song was devoted to someone specific before proceeding to play the tune of the “Friends” theme…
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