The soundtrack of tyranny: What music did history’s dictators listen to? Despoptism. Tom Phelan Jun 20, 2026
Tay Keith, producer for Drake and Travis Scott, dead at 29 Found dead in Nashville. Joe Walker Jun 19, 2026
The classic 1991 movie Ice Cube hated at first sight: “This is garbage” Didn’t understand what was going on at all. Tim Bradley Jun 18, 2026
The “really, really obscene” 2005 song Natalie Portman became obsessed with Need to wash their mouths out with soap. Tim Bradley Jun 18, 2026
“I treat people based on who they are”: why did Jay-Z hate Robert De Niro so much? A strange feud. Aimee Ferrier Jun 12, 2026
Kanya King, founder of the Mobo Awards, dead at 57 King died after a diagnosis of colon cancer. Lauren Hunter Jun 5, 2026
Campaign group, Art Not Evidence, say use of rap lyrics as criminal evidence is creating “countless miscarriages of justice” The group are campaigning to change the law. Lauren Hunter Feb 9, 2026
Rapper Fetty Wap released from prison after serving three years An early release. Joe Walker Jan 9, 2026
New York rapper Kay Flock sentenced to 30 years in prison He’s worked with Cardi B. Joe Walker Dec 17, 2025
Ghetts pleads guilty to causing death by dangerous driving A 20-year-old was killed. Joe Walker Dec 9, 2025
Fugees member Pras sentenced to 14 years in prison He has also been ordered to pay $64 million. Joe Walker Nov 21, 2025
Never forget Brian Wilson’s appalling rap song: “Sexy ladies with high IQs” Bewildering. Tom Taylor Nov 6, 2025