Brian Josephs
Happy Birthday, Cool!
Veteran rapper Coolio is still a recognizable figure in hip-hop thanks to his wildly braided hair. Born Leon Ivey Jr., Coolio turns 52 years old today (Aug. 1).
Happy Birthday, Ariana Grande!
Ariana Grande, the gorgeous pop chanteuse, celebrates her 22nd birthday today (June 26).
Best R&B Songs of 2015 (So Far)
Our list of the Best R&B Songs of 2015 (So Far) features tunes by Miguel, Rihanna, the Weekend, Jazmin Sullivan, Omarion, Kehlani and others.
Happy Birthday, Solange!
Solange, Beyonce's younger sister, celebrates her 29th birthday today (June 24).
Best Hip-Hop Songs of 2015 (So Far)
Here are our choices of the 10 best hip-hop songs released in the first quarter of 2015.
Happy Birthday, Sage the Gemini!
Sage the Gemini, the Bay Area rapper born Dominic Wynn Woods, turns 23 years old today (June 20).
Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2015 (So Far)
It’s been much harder than last year to select the Best Hip-Hop Albums of 2015 (So Far), but we delivered. Check out some of the top-tier releases in hip-hop in the last six months.
Happy Birthday, Kanye West!
Today (June 8), we wish a happy birthday to a Chicagoan you might have heard of. His name is Kanye West, a self-proclaimed creative genius.
Happy Birthday, Iggy Azalea!
It’s been a year of ups and downs for Iggy Azalea. But today (June 7) is a good day for the “Fancy” rapper. The Australia native celebrates her 25th birthday.
10 Songs Guaranteed to Rule Summer 2015
From Nicki Minaj to Rihanna and more, here are 10 Songs Guaranteed to Rule Summer 2015.
Happy Birthday, Busta Rhymes!
Busta Rhymes is still one of the most respected Brooklynites after more than two decades in the game. E.L.E.2 (Extinction Level Event 2) is coming at some point, but today (May 20), we recognize his 43rd birthday.
Happy Birthday, Sam Smith!
The British sweetheart Sam Smith turns 23 today (May 19).