American hip hop entertainment news
Here are some recent American hip-hop entertainment news stories:
Music
- Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre's new album: After years of anticipation, Kendrick Lamar and Dr. Dre have finally released their highly-anticipated album "Compton". The album features 16 tracks and marks the first new music from Dr. Dre in 16 years.
- Cardi B's debut album: Cardi B has released her debut album "Invasion of Privacy", which features the hit singles "Bodak Yellow" and "Bartier Cardi". The album has been praised for its raw energy and unapologetic lyrics.
- Travis Scott's Astroworld: Travis Scott has released his third studio album "Astroworld", which features the hit singles "Sicko Mode" and "Butterfly Effect". The album has been praised for its experimental production and Scott's energetic vocals.
TV and Film
- The Rap Game: The popular TV show "The Rap Game" has been renewed for a fourth season. The show, which airs on Lifetime, features a group of young rappers competing for a recording contract.
- Luke Cage: The Marvel series "Luke Cage" has been canceled after two seasons. The show, which aired on Netflix, followed the story of Luke Cage, a former convict with superhuman strength.
- Straight Outta Compton: The biopic "Straight Outta Compton" has been nominated for several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Fashion
- Virgil Abloh's Louis Vuitton debut: Virgil Abloh, the founder of Off-White, has made his debut as the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear division. Abloh's debut collection was praised for its innovative designs and bold use of color.
- Kanye West's Yeezy Season 6: Kanye West has released his latest fashion collection, Yeezy Season 6. The collection features a range of clothing items, including hoodies, hats, and sneakers.
- Travis Scott's Air Jordan collaboration: Travis Scott has collaborated with Nike on a new Air Jordan sneaker. The shoe features a bold design and is available in limited quantities.
Other News
- Drake's record-breaking streaming numbers: Drake has broken multiple streaming records, including the most streams on Apple Music and the most streams on Spotify in a single week.
- Kendrick Lamar's Pulitzer Prize win: Kendrick Lamar has become the first non-classical or jazz musician to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music. His album "DAMN." was recognized for its powerful storytelling and innovative production.
- Cardi B's Grammy nomination: Cardi B has been nominated for several Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist and Best Rap Performance. She is the first female rapper to be nominated for Best New Artist since Lauryn Hill in 1999.