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Zoar Hits the UK Official Singles Chart With “Chrome Hearted Killer”
Zoar just charted in the UK. The independent rapper is on the Official Singles Chart with “Chrome Hearted Killer.” The listing went up on OfficialCharts.com for the week of 3 September 2026. First time
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Is Nnish One To Watch In 2026? “More Love” Suggests He Might Be
Every year, a handful of artists quietly position themselves for what’s next rather than what’s trending now. Nnish appears to be moving in that direction. With the release of his new single “More Love,”
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Next Wave Hip-Hop Stars 2025: Focus The Truth, Rez The Goat & Official CeV Spotlight
As the summer heats up, HipHopSince1987 is spotlighting the next wave of artists set to shake up the culture. Leading the charge are three standout talents making serious noise: Focus The Truth, blending lyricism
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DATBOY JDOT: Self-Made Star Power Rising from Miami’s Indie Hip-Hop Scene
Pursuing your dreams to meet your aspirations can be highly expensive. Many people, including family, friends, and even yourself, may consider you crazy for holding a vision that only you can see. In the
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Black Smith Reps Grit and Greatness in New Visual “Wit It”
When it comes to authenticity, Black Smith doesn’t just talk about it—he lives it. The longtime rapper, originally hailing from Newark and now holding it down in Delray Beach, Florida, drops a new single
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Devilz Playground and Lex Bratcher Team Up for Explosive New Single
Emerging from the underground and refusing to be boxed in, Devilz Playground has been steadily making noise across the hip-hop scene and the evolution is undeniable. Over the past few years, Devilz Playground
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Torre Lott: From Cleveland’s Underground to Hip-Hop’s Outer Limits
When you talk about hip-hop’s next wave of innovators, Torre Lott is a name that deserves a seat at the table. Repping the west side of Cleveland with an ear for the avant-garde and
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BENAFACTOR & BANTANA’S “NO LACCIN” REACHES NEW MILESTONE WITH SNOOP DOGG AS 12-WEEK CHART RUN CONTINUES
Hip-hop collaboration peaks at #106 on global charts as momentum builds for upcoming tour FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 12, 2025 – Benafactor & Bantana’s hit collaboration “No Laccin” featuring Snoop Dogg has completed its
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