Hip-hop is in a weird place right now. Research says that the genre, in both streaming and chart performance, has declined over the last decade. And while rap artists can still get number one songs on the Hot 100, it’s a far cry from the peak of trap circa 2017, when Nielsen data named hip-hop as the most popular genre in the U.S.
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Nov 18
Is there a Disney curse?: Demi, Selena, and Miley
This year, there were a few records that delivered less-than-optimal returns on either the Hot 100 or the Billboard 200 – and they all came from former Disney pop stars.
Demi Lovato’s latest album peaked at number nine on the Billboard 200, where it spent one week and then fell ... Show More
48m 6s
Nov 11
Rosalía's 'LUX' brings the symphony to the club
Spanish pop star Rosalía is back with her new album, Lux. Over eighteen tracks, she trades in the dembow beats that filled her last record Motomami for maximalist orchestral sounds more in line with Björk than Bad Bunny. The album is dense: there's four movements, thirteen langua ... Show More
44m 2s
Nov 2023
Most Underrated Songs from Popular Rappers
<p>In today’s episode, we’re discussing some of the most underrated songs from popular rappers. This includes Kanye West’s Late, Future’s All Right, Outkast’s Crumblin’ Erb and more.</p>
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44m 16s
Jan 2024
The Best Rap Songs That Are NOT on Streaming
<p>In this new episode, we take you through some of the best rap songs that aren’t on streaming platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. We spoke about songs such as J. Cole’s Kenny Lofton, Lil Wayne’s Green Ranger, Vic Mensa’s Orange Soda & more.</p>
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42m 47s
Jul 2021
Rolls Royce Pull Up, Black Boys Hop Out (ft. DJ Drama)
<p>On today's episode of "Say Less," Kaz, Lowkey and Rosy are joined by the legendary DJ Drama to talk about the making of the #1 album in the country, "Call Me If You Get Lost" by Tyler, The Creator. Drama talks to the crew about how Tyler approached him about creating the album ... Show More
1h 52m
Oct 2020
October 5th - SZA Confirms Past Relationship With Drake, LL Cool J Calls Out Kanye West & Impressive Chart Moves From Travis Scott, Machine Gun Kelly
SZA finally weighs in on her relationship with Drake, LL Cool J calls out Kanye West and Travis Scott and Machine Gun Kelly make impressive moves on the Billboard charts. This is Billboard News Now, rounding out the top music news for Monday, October 5th. Learn more about your ad ... Show More
4m 3s
Nov 2023
Rap Songs That Should’ve Been Hits
<p>In today’s episode, we’re discussing some of the best rap songs that should have been hits. This includes Kanye West’s Paranoid, Vince Staples’ Magic, Snitching by Pop Smoke and more.</p>
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44m 37s