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Pop Culture Happy Hour: Road-Testing The Songs Of Summer
NPR Music takes over the show to stump for summertime pop hits by the likes of Cardi B, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Drake, Hayley Kiyoko and more.(Image credit: Jorda Frantzis/Courtesy of the artist)
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Jay-Z Spars With Philadelphia Mayor Over Planned Festival Move
The festival, founded by Jay-Z in 2012, takes place on Philadelphia's streets. This week, Mayor Jim Kenney's office announced plans to move the event — sparking fury from the rapper.(Image credit: Lisa...
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Jay-Z's Made In America Fest Will Remain On Philadelphia's Streets
After contentious back-and-forthing in the press, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and the organizers of the music festival founded by Jay-Z say that the event will remain in its original location.(Image...
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The 50 Best Albums Of 2018
Even in an era when listeners have been primed to expect the unexpected, the best albums of 2018 are full of surprises: a cascade of discoveries, revelations and artistic rebirths.(Image credit:...
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The 100 Best Songs Of 2018
During a turbulent year rife with personal and political trauma, the most memorable songs pulled no punches in the pursuit of pop.(Image credit: Illustration: Angela Hsieh/NPR)
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Can Woodstock 50 'Re-Create The Magic' Of The Original Festival?
The bill for Woodstock 50 has been announced featuring acts like Imagine Dragons, Jay-Z and Miley Cyrus. The lineup is prompting conversation online. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson weighs in. (Image...
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Beyoncé Enlists Hip-Hop A-List And Global Artists For 'The Lion King: The Gift'
The musical superstar continues to challenge herself while elevating global artists for an album inspired by the new remake of The Lion King, in theaters now. (Image credit: Gareth Cattermole/Getty...
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Opinion: Jay-Z Can't Roc With The NFL Unless Kaepernick Gets A Seat At The Table
There's still room for Roc Nation's controversial NFL partnership to do impressive work — as long as the black billionaire behind it makes room for the struggle already in progress.(Image credit: Kevin...
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Meek Mill Pleads Guilty To Misdemeanor Gun Charge, Ends 12-Year Legal Case
By taking a misdemeanor plea deal, Meek Mill officially closed the books on his long-running legal case Tuesday, nearly a decade after the rapper was arrested as a teenager in North Philadelphia....
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A Toast To 'My Way,' America's Anthem Of Self-Determination
Made famous by Frank Sinatra — who grew to hate it — "My Way" represents the quintessentially American outlook that nothing in life matters more than living on your own terms.(Image credit: David...
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For Jay-Z's 50th Birthday, A New Biography Centers His Lyrical Legacy
Jay-Z drew criticism for partnering with the NFL after having supported Colin Kaepernick. A new biography centers the rapper's business ethos with his lyrics and the concept of the constant...
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This Is How I Feel: A Playlist By Young Black Listeners
Music has always been a vital part of protest and social justice. We asked our young Black listeners: Is there one song that's helping you address your feelings right now?(Image credit: Rashida Chavis...
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Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Tina Turner Among 16 Nominees For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
The Rock Hall announced nominations for its 2021 inductees on Wednesday morning. Six women were on the ballot, a marginal improvement from 2020's sole female inductee.(Image credit: Scott Gries/Getty...
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Young, Sexy And Black: 32 Songs For Unapologetic Confidence
Remember those barely planned, niche antics in the group chat? Grab your girls, choose life and get gone: Let Solange, Stevie Wonder and Janet Jackson soundtrack a summer of feeling yourself.(Image...
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Beyoncé Just Became The First Black Woman To Wear The Iconic Tiffany Diamond
Beyoncé and Jay-Z's new Tiffany & Co. campaign marks several milestones: the couple's first joint campaign, a never-before-seen Basquiat painting and just the fourth woman to wear the Tiffany...
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