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Hip-hop in 2026 is defined by the dominance of rage and hyperpop-infused rap, the global evolution of drill, and a resurgence of jazz fusion powered by AI and immersive tools. Producers are merging ...

In February, Mayor Adams blamed drill music for some violent crime and called for the removal of drill videos from social media. Then he backtracked, met with some drill rappers, and said he’d work ...

Where drill began: Drill rap emerged in the early 2010s on Chicago’s South Side, reflecting life in neighborhoods marked by hardship through ominous beats and direct, confrontational lyrics. Why it ...

This episode explores how drill music has inspired and shaped the global rap scene. Drill music started in Chicago over a decade ago and has since spread to cities across the world. In this video, ...

To everyone worried that UChicago will remain a nerd school until the end of time, fear not—Forrest Stuart, a UChicago professor in the Sociology Department, was recently interviewed by music media ...

‌Maryland’s State’s Attorney Aisha N. Braveboy targets Drill rappers and producers, citing the genre’s role in violent incidents. Maryland’s State’s Attorney, Aisha N. Braveboy, is taking a stand ...

SoundCloud rap producers play a major role in shaping the modern underground rap scene, creating beats that help unknown artists gain massive attention online. With tools like FL Studio and auto-tune ...