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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tyler, The Creator delivers exciting show with pop rap at Lollapalooza

Tyler, The Creator closed Lollapalooza Brazil 2026 with a dynamic pop rap performance, despite facing stiff competition from other acts.

Mar 23 • 02:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Julma Henri, known for his angry rap, is concerned about men's well-being – 'I hardened myself'

Finnish rapper Julma Henri discusses his concern for men's mental health, stemming from his experiences working with those facing mental health and addiction issues.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Afternoon at Lollapalooza Features Strong Sun, Carioca Rap, and Criticism of Bolsonaro and Trump

The band Foto em Grupo delivered a political performance at Lollapalooza while showcasing current Carioca rap and experimental music.

Mar 21 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Filipe Ret revisits the rap from the 1990s funk dances and hits 10 billion streams

Filipe Ret's upcoming EP "Rap Relíquia" pays homage to the 1990s funk dance rap while achieving significant streaming milestones.

Mar 21 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Latin Pride Did Not Arise Now... Cypress Hill Will Show at Lolla That They Are Pioneers of Spanish Rap

Cypress Hill, the influential hip-hop group that became a pioneer of Latin rap in the 90s, is set to showcase their legacy at Lollapalooza São Paulo.

Mar 21 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Urban Music Festival announces five days of training and RAP shows in Northern Fluminense

The first edition of the PAR Festival will take place from April 14 to 18 in Campos dos Goytacazes and São João da Barra, featuring training sessions and RAP performances.

Mar 20 • 21:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Doechii enjoys a party in São Paulo a day before her show at Lollapalooza

Rapper Doechii was spotted enjoying a party in São Paulo the day before her scheduled performance at Lollapalooza.

Mar 20 • 14:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Big Brother Vip, who is the rapper GionnyScandal: adoption, attempted suicide, success

Rapper GionnyScandal, known for his emotional music and tumultuous past, is currently a prominent contestant on Big Brother Vip in Italy.

Mar 20 • 08:36 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

I Needed to Rap!

Latvian rapper VIŅA releases a new mini-album titled 'V70', featuring three new tracks, two skits, and a summer single collaboration.

Mar 20 • 08:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amazon Music Festival 2026: 5th edition with Orochi, Teto, Poze do Rodo and Wiu is scheduled in Belém

The Amazon Music Festival 2026, featuring artists such as Orochi and Teto, will take place on May 16 in Belém, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 17:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Faenna, a rapper and emerging artist: 'For me, music was a hobby. Now I live it as an escape'

Faenna, a young emerging rapper from Málaga, reflects on her journey from making music as a hobby to embracing it as her career, despite still feeling connected to her roots.

Mar 17 • 20:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvian most listened songs chart features the rapper ansis returning

The Latvian music charts have seen the return of rapper ansis alongside other popular songs, reflecting the week's musical favorites on both radio and streaming platforms.

Mar 17 • 10:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Doechii: Who is the new rap star promising a special show at Lollapalooza

Doechii, a rising hip-hop artist from Tampa, Florida, is set to perform at Lollapalooza 2026 after winning her first Grammy in 2025.

Mar 17 • 05:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Female rapper dead at 37 as fans say 'we'll love you even in a billion years'

Chica Con Canna, a notable female rapper, has passed away at 37 after suffering a heart attack linked to her struggles with alcohol addiction, prompting an outpouring of tributes from fans and friends alike.

Mar 16 • 23:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Max Õispuu: Kermo Murel is a Saku guy character

Estonian rapper Max Õispuu discusses the creation of his character Kermo Murel and the influences behind it during an interview.

Mar 15 • 08:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Korean pop singer sings 'Shiv Tandav Stotra,' captivates with his style, video goes viral

Korean rapper Park Min-Joon, also known as Aura, performed the 'Shiv Tandav Stotra' incorporating his unique rap style, which has gone viral on social media.

Mar 14 • 02:26 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

How well do you know the local rap scene?

The article quizzes readers on their knowledge of the rapidly growing Latvian hip-hop scene.

Mar 13 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rapper Evylin collaborates with Urias and Majur on her debut album, 'Venus in Aries'

Brazilian rapper Evylin is set to release her debut album, 'Venus in Aries', featuring several collaborations, on March 20.

Mar 13 • 21:22 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Karpe will be on the school schedule

The Norwegian rap duo Karpe will be included in the school curriculum.

Mar 13 • 07:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Souto reaches a growing phase in 'Lunar' and rejects the boxes of rap

Souto's new album 'Lunar' symbolizes her evolution as an artist, embracing multiple roles and addressing themes of mental health in a post-pandemic context.

Mar 12 • 02:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Wet ink on paper, pages shine like bling. Review of rapper ansis' album '222'

The article reviews the new album '222' by rapper ansis, highlighting its themes and narratives.

Mar 11 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Farewell to rapper "Dot Rotten": the 37-year-old had collaborated with Ed Sheeran

The rap world mourns the untimely passing of rapper Dot Rotten, known as Zeph Ellis, who died at the age of 37 in Gambia.

Mar 10 • 13:41 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

British rapper visits Smukfest this year

The Skanderborg festival has announced British rapper Dave as one of its headline acts for this year.

Mar 10 • 11:36 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Without excessive fantasy. Rapper ansis released a new album '222'

Latvian rapper ansis has released his latest album '222', featuring collaborations with various artists and reflecting his life experiences.

Mar 10 • 05:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Erik Urano, the Most Martian of Spanish Rappers: "There is No Middle Class in Music, You Either Starve or Become Super Rich"

Erik Urano discusses the challenges of the music industry and his latest album, Stalker, which explores themes of extraterrestrial life and humanity's evolution.

Mar 9 • 23:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Amabbi combines R&B and rap in 'Crisálida', an album about self-knowledge

The Brazilian singer Amabbi releases her second studio album 'Crisálida', which blends R&B and rap while exploring themes of self-knowledge, femininity, and personal struggles.

Mar 9 • 19:50 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Suspect rages over Støjberg: We have been abused

The Danish rap group Suspekt is outraged after their work was co-opted by the Danish Democrats party for political purposes without consent.

Mar 9 • 19:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Grime rapper and producer Dot Rotten dies aged 37

British rapper and producer Dot Rotten has died at the age of 37 in the Gambia, as confirmed by his family.

Mar 9 • 13:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: Dot Rotten dead: Rapper dies aged 37 as heartbroken tributes pour in

Rapper Dot Rotten has died at the age of 37, with tributes flooding in as his family confirms the news.

Mar 9 • 13:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Ares victorious at the Emma Gala - Here’s how he plans to celebrate his win

Rapper Ares won three Emma awards at the gala, including Best New Artist and Best Rap, expressing surprise and gratitude during the ceremony.

Mar 8 • 06:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Ares Responds to Criticism of Auto-Tune Usage: 'Now It's 2026'

Finnish rapper Ares addresses critics of Auto-Tune, asserting its relevance in modern music.

Mar 7 • 17:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rapper Ajuliacosta Wants to Be an Antidote to the Repetitive Algorithm of Trap in Turn

Rapper Ajuliacosta aims to redefine the Brazilian rap scene with her latest album, 'Novo Testamento,' which symbolizes a personal and artistic transformation.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Pitbull arrives in Finland - How well do you know his hits? Test yourself

Pitbull is set to perform in Finland this December, inviting fans to test their knowledge of his popular songs.

Mar 5 • 17:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DJ KL Jay of Racionais talks about the legacy of rap in the fight against prejudice: 'Connecting people'

DJ KL Jay reflects on the enduring influence of rap music as a tool against prejudice, emphasizing its power to connect generations.

Mar 4 • 10:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carimbó, samba, rap, and brega: with 18 free shows, Aposta Psica brings together the new generation of Amazon music

Aposta Psica festival in Belém showcases 18 emerging artists from the Amazon region over three days with free concerts.

Mar 4 • 03:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Favorite Artists' UMK Performance Sparked Outcry – A Clear Stance from Aki Linnanahde

The UMK music competition in Finland saw mixed reactions with critical comments about the rap performances, leading to a defense from popular podcast host Aki Linnanahde.

Mar 1 • 19:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Hariel, Ajuliacosta, Matué: see rap shows to attend in São Paulo in March

March features a vibrant lineup of rap shows in São Paulo, showcasing rising female artists and established names.

Mar 1 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sayf second place in Sanremo, integration between singer-songwriter and rap on the podium

Sayf, a young artist loved by the new generation, achieved second place at the Sanremo Festival with his song 'Tu mi piaci tanto' and a popular cover of 'Hit the Road Jack.'

Mar 1 • 01:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sanremo, social podium already decided: Sayf, Nayt, and Samurai Jay dominate with over a million interactions

The social media podium for the 76th edition of the Italian Song Festival has already been determined, with Sayf, Nayt, and Samurai Jay leading the way.

Feb 28 • 12:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The group 'R.A.P.' releases its first concert album

The alternative rock band 'R.A.P.' has released their first concert EP featuring five songs from their reunion concert held in March 2025 at the 'Palladium Riga' venue.

Feb 27 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finland's Most Listened Artist Performs at UMK

Several popular Finnish rappers will perform at the second interim show of UMK, including the renowned artist Turisti.

Feb 26 • 11:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sayf and Samurai Jay on top: the social rankings

While overall audience ratings for the second evening of the Festival show a decline, the social media accounts of competitors continue to thrive with increased interactions and followers.

Feb 26 • 10:06 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Welo, here is the rapper who sings the new theme song for Sanremo

Welo, a 26-year-old rapper from Lecce, has been chosen to perform the official jingle for the 2026 Sanremo Festival after impressing the artistic director, Carlo Conti, during the previous edition.

Feb 25 • 10:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Sausages on Installments, Improving PR for Pigeons, and Living Like Angelina Jolie. Rapper Athena Chlebová is the Voice of Generation Z

Czech rapper Athena Chlebová, known for her humorous and candid artistry, is set to perform her first concert abroad while joking about the scheduling conflict with a Slovak Olympic hockey match.

Feb 25 • 05:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: Swede convicted of bombing attack in Drøbak linked to gang murder in Stockholm

Two young Swedish men convicted of a bombing attack in Norway are now implicated in the murder of a rapper in Sweden.

Feb 24 • 12:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Juliano, from the duo with Henrique, shows talent singing rap during a horseback riding event

Juliano, a Brazilian sertanejo singer, surprised fans by performing a rap cover during a horseback riding event in São Salvador do Tocantins.

Feb 23 • 13:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

A couple of weeks ago, a 32-year-old father posted an adorable baby photo – this is known about the musician suspected of a horrific crime

A 32-year-old rapper is brought to trial for attempted murder of his two-week-old baby and the assault of the baby's 26-year-old mother.

Feb 23 • 10:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nanda Tsunami combines sex, mysticism, and therapy in rap and goes viral with a hit that pays tribute to Pitty

Nanda Tsunami, a rising Brazilian rapper, fuses themes of sexuality, spirituality, and therapy in her music, gaining popularity with her hit 'P.I.T.T.Y' that has over 25 million streams.

Feb 23 • 07:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Taking the rhyme and reason of rap behind bars to help young offenders

A rap program at the Riverina Youth Justice Centre aims to reduce recidivism among young offenders by providing a creative outlet through music.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Series 'Unreleased': Where the Stars of Tomorrow Rap

The 'Unreleased' series brings emerging hip-hop and rap artists to the stage, recently hosting its first event in Frankfurt with performances from various young talents.

Feb 21 • 14:00 UTC

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