THE WEEK'S MOST POPULAR R&B/HIP-HOP ALBUMS, BASED ON MULTIMETRIC CONSUMPTION, BLENDING TRADITIONAL ALBUM SALES, STREAMING-EQUIVALENT ALBUMS AND TRACK-EQUIVALENT ALBUMS, AS COMPILED BY LUMINATE.

2025 has featured some pleasant surprises and the theme continues. This week, one of the most highly anticipated hip-hop albums in a while is finally delivered, the latest mixtape from hip-hop's ...

On Friday (March. 14), Playboi Carti made his triumphant return, releasing his highly anticipated Music album. The new LP contains 30 songs and features guest appearances from Kendrick Lamar ...

Regarded as one of the most influential rappers of his generation, Lamar's hits have included All The Stars, N95 and US chart-topper Humble, as well as the number one album To Pimp A Butterfly.

Dancehall music is experiencing a fresh wave of engagement, fueled by a resurgence of prominent artistes and a new generation of creatives blending dancehall with trending hip-hop influences.

from chart-topping albums to breakthrough singles that have captivated listeners worldwide. The diversity of sounds reflects hip-hop’s continued evolution while honoring its foundational elements.

In a cartoon, these guys’ eyes would have flipped ... of “Style” is a continuation of the best songs on his 2024 album, Boy. At times, it’s a breakup album from the perspective of the ...

Angie Stone, who has died in a road traffic accident in Alabama aged 63, was a US soul singer with a gift of heartfelt expression in the manner of Gladys Knight; she was best remembered in the UK ...

2025 Korean Music Awards winners: aespa took home Song of the Year, Best K-pop Album and Best K-pop Song trophies, while BIGBANG's G-Dragon led the Rap & Hip-Hop Song category. (X) As always ...