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• NEW Will Smith's "Based On A True Story" Is Being Absolutely Torn Apart By Critics | HotNewHipHop
Will Smith finally released his first full-length album since 2005, "Based on a True Story," to mixed reactions last month.

• NEW Will Smith addresses life with Jada Pinkett Smith, the Oscars slap & more on first album in 20 years | REVOLT
He was banned, dragged and meme’d into oblivion. Now, Will Smith is spitting truths on his new album, ‘Based on a True Story,’ and the Oscars slap is just the intro.

• NEW Will Smith Reveals Release Date For ‘Based On A True Story,’ His First New Album In 20 Years | KBEE-FM
On Friday (March 14), Will Smith took to Instagram to announce the official release date and reveal the cover art for his upcoming album, Based on a True Story, which is set to drop on March 28. The 14-track collection marks the entertainment icon’s first new album in over 20 years, and includes col

• NEW Chris Rock's Brother Goes Off On Will Smith's “Trash” New Album | HotNewHipHop
Will Smith references his infamous altercation with Chris Rock at several points on his new album, "Based on a True Story."

• Will Smith: Based on a True Story | Pitchfork
Read Stephen Kearse’s review of the album.

• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from Adversity | Vinyl Me, Please
Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from AdversityTable of Contents Key Highlights Introduction Behind Bars: The Making of

• Will Smith's comeback album 'flops' in the wake of Oscars slap scandal | Mail Online | April 12, 2025, 8:42 a.m.
Last month, the actor and rapper, 56, released his latest record Based On A True Story, but despite his superstar status, the album only sold 268 copies in its first week in the UK.

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• Shoreline Mafia Get It Out The Mud With The Catchy "Back In Business" | HotNewHipHop
Shoreline Mafia reunited in 2023, when OhGeesy brought out Fenix Flexin at the Hollywood Palladium. They reunited with “Heat Stick."

• In Conversation With Shoreline Mafia | HYPEBEAST | April 9, 2025, 1 p.m.
After five years apart, OHGEESY and Fenix Flexin are picking right where they left off. Fresh off the release of ‘Back in Bidness' release and just ahead of a return to the Coachella stage, the duo shares more on its big comeback season.

• Shoreline Mafia Is Really 'Back in Bidness' With Celebratory Born x Raised Collab | HYPEBEAST | April 7, 2025, 4:40 p.m.
"Nun Major"... just a limited lineup of graphics and accessories.

• Shoreline Mafia is ‘Back In Bidness’ with latest album after 5-year hiatus - Remixd Magazine | REMIXD MAGAZINE | April 7, 2025, 10:20 p.m.
Shoreline Mafia is 'Back In Bidness'. Fronted by Ohgeezy & Fenix Flexin, one of the 2010s most prolific rap groups has returned.

• Shoreline Mafia Are "Back In Bidness" With First Album In Five Years | HotNewHipHop
After five years away, Shoreline Mafia has gone from a quartet to a duo, but OhGeesy and Fenix Flexin have not missed a step.

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• NEW Chris Rock's Brother Goes Off On Will Smith's “Trash” New Album | HotNewHipHop
Will Smith references his infamous altercation with Chris Rock at several points on his new album, "Based on a True Story."

• NEW Will Smith addresses life with Jada Pinkett Smith, the Oscars slap & more on first album in 20 years | REVOLT
He was banned, dragged and meme’d into oblivion. Now, Will Smith is spitting truths on his new album, ‘Based on a True Story,’ and the Oscars slap is just the intro.

• NEW Will Smith Reveals Release Date For ‘Based On A True Story,’ His First New Album In 20 Years | KBEE-FM
On Friday (March 14), Will Smith took to Instagram to announce the official release date and reveal the cover art for his upcoming album, Based on a True Story, which is set to drop on March 28. The 14-track collection marks the entertainment icon’s first new album in over 20 years, and includes col

• NEW Will Smith's "Based On A True Story" Is Being Absolutely Torn Apart By Critics | HotNewHipHop
Will Smith finally released his first full-length album since 2005, "Based on a True Story," to mixed reactions last month.

• Will Smith: Based on a True Story | Pitchfork
Read Stephen Kearse’s review of the album.

• Will Smith's comeback album 'flops' in the wake of Oscars slap scandal | Mail Online | April 12, 2025, 8:42 a.m.
Last month, the actor and rapper, 56, released his latest record Based On A True Story, but despite his superstar status, the album only sold 268 copies in its first week in the UK.

• Will Smith's Overwrought Comeback Album Is Our Fault | Rolling Stone Australia | March 31, 2025, 8:12 p.m.
A review of 'Based On a True Story' by Will Smith

• Will Smith's New Album: Every Song On Based On A True Story Ranked | ScreenRant | March 28, 2025, 2:13 p.m.
Best & worst of Will Smith's comeback.

• Will Smith Drops ‘Based on a True Story’: Stream It Now | Billboard | March 28, 2025, 6:43 a.m.
Will Smith has officially returned to music with the release of 'Based on a True Story', his first studio album in two decades

• Will Smith Dishes on the Infamous Oscars Slap in New Album | American Songwriter | March 29, 2025, 3:20 p.m.
Acotr and musician Will Smith gets candid about "that" legendary Chris Rock slap in his new album, 'Based On A True Story'.

• Album Review: Based on a True Story is Not Will Smith’s Shining Hour | SM2
Despite my preference for country and rock music, I have always had an appreciation for ’90s hip-hop and rap. As a fan of most things from that era, I was both shocked and intrigued when I heard Will Smith was releasing a new album. Now, after listening, I question my initial excitement. Rap has evolved...

• Will Smith addresses Chris Rock controversy in new album Based on a True Story | The Economic Times
Will Smith on Friday released his new album, Based on a True Story, marking his return to music after a long gap of 20 years. His last work, Lost and Found, was out in 2005. In his latest album, the actor has addressed the slapping incident at the 2022 Oscars including popular comedian Chris Rock.

• Will Smith's new album "Based on a True Story" is his boldest yet | Delano Massey | www.linkedin.com
Taking a quick break from my usual stories — I needed a bit of a palette cleanse. This review was that for me. Will Smith just dropped Based on a True Story…

• With “Based on a True Story”, Will Smith unsuccessfully trades rapping for tedious preaching | PantherNOW | April 4, 2025, 4 p.m.
Dylan Masvidal | Staff Writer Nope, I’m not gonna do it.  I refuse to waste a single word on the “thing” you all expect me...

• Will Smith Addresses It All on First Album in 20 Years: O... | Complex | March 28, 2025, midnight
Will Smith leaps right into the fire in the opening seconds of his just-released new album Based on a True Story. Indeed, the album, his first since 2005’s Gold-certified Lost and...

• Will Smith reveals Jay-Z & Kendrick Lamar's advice for new album | NME | March 31, 2025, midnight
The Men In Black star’s new record, ‘Based On A True Story’, was released on March 28 and marked his first full-length album since ‘Lost And Found’ in 2005.

• Will Smith reveals release date and tracklist for 'Based On A True ... | NME | March 17, 2025, midnight
Will Smith has revealed the release date and tracklist for his forthcoming album ‘Based On A True Story’. ‘Based On A True Story’ will mark his first full-length project in 20 years, following...

• Will Smith’s Overwrought Comeback Album Is Our Fault | Rolling Stone | March 31, 2025, midnight
On “Tantrum,” one of the most visceral moments from Will Smith’s new album, Based on a True Story, the 56-year-old growls, “Oh, y’all forgot I ain’t new with the pen/First hip-hop ...

• Will Smith Announces Comeback Album, His First In 20 Year... | Complex | March 15, 2025, midnight
Will Smith will soon release his first album in 20 years. On Friday (March 14), the Oscar winner announced his upcoming fifth album, Based on a True Story , which arrives March 28.

• Will Smith Announces 'Based On A True Story' Release Date | UPROXX | March 14, 2025, midnight
Will Smith intends to put that adage to the test with his new album. After suffering a couple of career setbacks, the rapper-turned-actor has opted for a hard reset, returning to the skillset...

• Will Smith & Teyana Taylor Survive 'Hard Times' On New Album | UPROXX | March 28, 2025, midnight
Will Smith’s first album in 20 years has arrived. On Based On A True Story, the superstar returns to his roots for 14 new tracks of uplifting, motivational, storytelling rap. A prime example: “Hard...

• Will Smith Announces Major Career News | SPIN | March 17, 2025, midnight
Smith took to Instagram on Saturday, March 15, to share a few images along with the news that his latest album, Based On A True Story, will be released on March 28. The star shared the post with...

• Will Smith Announces First Album In 20 Years, Makes TikToks ... | Stereogum | March 15, 2025, midnight
On Friday (March 14), the multi-hyphenate announced its followup, Based On A True Story. The record features DJ Jazzy Jeff, Teyana Taylor, Russ, Jac Ross, his son Jaden, and more.

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• Bad Bunny sips from an NPR mug and spits fire during impressive Tiny Desk Concert | Consequence | April 7, 2025, 6:17 p.m.
Bad Bunny performed his first NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Watch him and his band perform songs from his new album Debí Tirar Más Fotos.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Baile Inolvidable’ Hits No. 1 on Latin Airplay | Billboard | Feb. 26, 2025, 12:18 a.m.
Bad Bunny earns a second No. 1 on Billboard’s Latin Airplay chart from Debí Tirar Más Fotos album with “Baile Inolvidable.”

• ¿Qué tiene Bad Bunny que nos hace bailar, pensar y amar el marketing? | es.linkedin.com
Explora cómo el marketing de DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS convirtió a Bad Bunny en un fenómeno global

• The beauty of Bad Bunny’s newest album: ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ | The Aggie | Feb. 21, 2025, 5 p.m.
Bad Bunny initiates a dynamic conversation around the issues affecting Puerto Rico   By SABRINA FIGUEROA — sfigueroaavila@ucdavis.edu On Jan. 5, Bad

• Bad Bunny’s new album leans on a UW-Madison prof’s research | The Cap Times
'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' is all about Puerto Rican history. Bad Bunny consulted with UW-Madison’s Jorell Meléndez-Badillo to chart his course.

• Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS: A Powerful Tribute to Puerto Rican Identity and Resistance | BoldLatina | Feb. 22, 2025, 2:17 a.m.
Bad Bunny’s latest album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, is a bold tribute to Puerto Rican identity, culture, and resistance.

• DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS: Bad Bunny Album Review | www.genadmission.org
A Look Into Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rico Album That Celebrates, Mourns, and Fights for the Island

• Bad Bunny, Puerto Rico, and public history | press.princeton.edu
The evening before Three King’s Day, on January 6th, Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny released his sixth album DeBÍ TiRAR MaS FOTos (I Should Have Taken More Pictures). Instead of releasing highly produced videos, the artist's team worked with Jorell Meléndez-Badillo, author of “Puerto Rico: A National History,” to create historical slides that were launched alongside each of the seventeen tracks.

• The Take: Why did Bad Bunny’s anthem to Puerto Rico strike a global chord? | Al Jazeera
‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ takes on gentrification, colonialism, and tourism in a changing Puerto Rico.

• “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS”: Bad Bunny’s most powerful album | The Black and White
On Jan. 5th, Bad Bunny released his sixth album, “DeBí tIRAR MáS FOToS,” translating to “I should’ve taken more photos.” During the album’s promotion, Bunny released two singles, “PIToRRO DE COCO” and “EL CLúB,” both accompanied by music videos published on YouTube.  The music video for “PIToRRO DE COCO” depicts Bad Bunny sitting in a...

• Bienvenido a Bad Bunny’s Puerto Rico | The Cut | Feb. 18, 2025, noon
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio’s new album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, is a history lesson and a homecoming.

• ‘DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS’ review: Bad Bunny’s most personal album pays homage to his beloved Puerto Rico | The Globe | Jan. 28, 2025, 7:19 p.m.
Globe photographer Gerardo Galvez-Zamora argues that “DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS” is, without a doubt, the most personal album Bad Bunny has ever made.

• Album Review: ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ | The Falconer
Proving that music transcends language barriers, Bad Bunny’s sixth studio album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” released on Jan. 5, pays homage to his Puerto Rican homeland through traditional sounds and rhythms. Despite achieving three top-charting albums, a headlining slot at Coachella and the title of most-streamed artist on Spotify, Bad Bunny wanted to return to...

• Bad Bunny’s full-circle moment: The heart and depth of 'DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS' | The Stanford Daily | Feb. 10, 2025, 4:01 a.m.
Bad Bunny's latest album transcends genre in a well-rounded love letter to Puerto Rico and the greater Latin community.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Hits Third Week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 | Billboard | Feb. 2, 2025, 8 p.m.
Bad Bunny’s "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" hits a third week atop the Billboard 200; new albums from Teddy Swims, Kane Brown & Central Cee bow in the top 10.

• Bad Bunny's Album Tops Billboard Charts | Complex
Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' leads Billboard 200.

• How Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Took the Charts By Storm | Billboard | Jan. 31, 2025, 9:07 p.m.
Here how's Bad Bunny's "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" dominated the music charts according to Billboard's Executive of the Week Monica Jiménez.

• Bad Bunny explores Puerto Rico in latest album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS | The Vidette
On Jan. 5, Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny released his sixth studio album titled DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS (translated to ‘I should have taken more pictures’).

• Bad Bunny: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Review | Albumlogy
Benito bridges his sound with Puerto Rico’s vibrant roots to offer a heartfelt exploration of memory and resistance.

• Bad Bunny salutes Puerto Rico on 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' | The Daily Targum | Jan. 28, 2025, 5 a.m.
Bad Bunny's sixth studio album, "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS," is more than just a music release. It's a bold proclamation of his unwavering dedication to Puerto Rican culture and politics. Across its 17 tracks, the album integrates themes of nostalgia, resistance and resilience to present a subversive piece reflecting Puerto Rico's past and present. It serves as both a celebration and a call to action, mirroring the complexities of the island's identity and its ongoing struggles. 

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Spends Second Week At No. 1 On Billboard 200 Chart | KBUL-FM
Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos is No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart for the second straight week. Bad Bunny has had four chart-topping albums in his career, and his new record is the second to spend multiple weeks at No. 1, joining 2022’s, Un Verano Sin Ti, which spent 13 consecutive weeks&h

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Spends Second Week Atop Billboard 200 | Billboard | Jan. 26, 2025, 8 p.m.
Bad Bunny's "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" spends a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while Mac Miller's "Balloonerism" debuts in the top five.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Spends Second Week Atop Billboard 200 - Black Promoters Collective (BPC) | Black Promoters Collective (BPC) | Jan. 26, 2025, 8 p.m.
Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos captures a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart (dated Feb. 1), earning 151,000 equivalent album units in the U.S. in the week ending Jan. 23 (down 26%), according to Luminate. Of Bad Bunny’s four chart-topping albums, it’s the second to spend more than a single week at No. 1; his 2022 set, Un Verano Sin Ti, has collected the most weeks atop the list, with 13 weeks, nonconsecutively. Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news Also in the top 10 of the latest Billboard 200, Mac Miller’s from-the-vaults release Balloonerism debuts at No. 3, marking the eighth top 10-charting set for the rapper, who died in 2018. The set’s songs date back to 2014, but the project was shelved in favor of other releases. Trending on Billboard The Billboard 200 chart ranks the most popular albums of the

• Bad Bunny's 'Debi Tirar Mas Fotos' tops U.S. album chart - UPI.com | UPI
Rapper Bad Bunny's "Debi Tirar Mas Fotos" is the No. 1 album in the United States this week.

• Debí TiRAR MáS FOToS (Review) | NACLA
Bad Bunny's new album, which elevates the artists and musical traditions of Puerto Rico and its diaspora, comes at a time of intense concern over the effects of climate crises and gentrification.

• Bad Bunny - DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS | The Needle Drop | Jan. 24, 2025, 2:48 p.m.
Bad Bunny's best album yet.

• Review: ‘DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS’ brings us all home | The Dartmouth
Bad Bunny’s latest album “DeBí TiRAR MáS FOToS” is a heartfelt tribute to Puerto Rico, inviting listeners to reconnect with their roots — wherever they may be.

• Bad Bunny blessed with Billboard's biggest boosts (and Bruno bolsters his bona fides) | VPM | Jan. 23, 2025, 10 a.m.
Bad Bunny, who had the most-streamed album of both 2022 and 2023, seems to have another potential juggernaut on his hands. But to top the chart this week he had to hold off an unlikely challenger.

• With Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' album, nostalgia goes viral on TikTok | NBC News
Many TikTok users — from Puerto Ricans to South Asians — have posted photos of their families in two white, plastic chairs like the ones on the Puerto Rican artist's album cover.

• How Did Bad Bunny Manage Such a Massive Second Week for His ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Album? | Billboard | Jan. 22, 2025, 8:52 p.m.
This week's Five Burning Questions looks at Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' climbing to No. 1 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.

• REVIEW: Bad Bunny spotlights Puerto Rican culture and Hardship with ‘DEBí TiRAR MáS FOToS’ - The Miami Hurricane | The Miami Hurricane - University of Miami Student Newspaper | Jan. 22, 2025, 2:30 p.m.
For his sixth studio album, “DEBí TiRAR MáS FOToS,” Bad Bunny embraced his roots to create an album for Puerto Ricans around the globe. A mix of traditional rhythms and modern notes, the album is both a celebration of the island he grew up in and a cautionary tale. The album is accompanied by a

• Bad Bunny on Topping the Billboard 200 With ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ & His Salsa-Dancing Skills: ‘After Two Drinks, I’m the Best’ | Billboard | Jan. 21, 2025, 5:56 p.m.
Bad Bunny Talks Reaching No. 1 on Billboard 200 for fourth time: "People want to her music that's real."

• Bad Bunny Earns His Fourth No. 1 Album With ’Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Fol | UPROXX | Jan. 21, 2025, 1 a.m.
The musician beat out Taylor Swift for the coveted slot.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Climbs to Number One | Rolling Stone MENA | Jan. 20, 2025, 2:57 a.m.
Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos rises to Number One after completing its first full tracking week, making it the…

• Nuevo récord para Bad Bunny: ‘Debí tirar más fotos’ se convirtió en el álbum masculino más rápido en alcanzar miles de millones de streamings | infobae | Jan. 19, 2025, 7:27 p.m.
El cantante puertorriqueño marcó importante logro, tan solo días después de haber lanzado su nuevo proyecto musical, el cantante rompió su propio récord que había marcado con el álbum 'Un verano sin ti'

• Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Climbs to Number One | Rolling Stone | Jan. 20, 2025, 2:57 a.m.
Bad Bunny’s ‘Debi Tirar Mas Fotos’ rises to Number One, making it the Puerto Rican superstar’s fourth album to top the Billboard 200.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Climbs to No. 1 on Billboard 200 | Billboard | Jan. 19, 2025, 10:01 p.m.
Bad Bunny hits No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' while Taylor Swift's 'Lover: Live From Paris' reenters the chart at No. 2.

• Bad Bunny's 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' Climbs To No. 1 on Billboard 200 | HYPEBEAST | Jan. 20, 2025, 3:19 a.m.
SZA, Kendrick Lamar and Billie Eilish also appear in this week's top 10.

• Meet the Puerto Rican acts featured on Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' | Los Angeles Times | Jan. 18, 2025, 12:47 a.m.
Bad Bunny created his most Puerto Rican album to date, 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' with the help of the island's rising stars, who brought their own flair to the LP.

• Bad Bunny's "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" is a love letter to Puerto Rico | The Rice Thresher
With “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” Bad Bunny kicks off 2025 with an electrifying return to his roots, creating an album that is equal parts tribute, reinvention and celebration of Puerto Rican identity. Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio doesn’t just deliver 17 tracks; he crafts a vibrant journey that honors the traditions of his homeland while fearlessly reshaping the landscape of Latin music. It’s a bold, deeply personal statement that reaffirms his place not only as a global superstar but also as a cultural ambassador for Puerto Rico.

• Bad Bunny's politics of presence | NPR
Benito's Saturn Return leads to a folk revival on 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,' remixing the poetics and politics of Puerto Rican roots music.

• Bad Bunny Becomes First Latin Artist with Over 100 Hits on Billboard Hot 100 After 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' | los40.us | Jan. 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
With 15 new songs entering the chart this week, Bad Bunny’s record of charting singles has grown from 98 to 113.

• 9 books to pair with Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS | Libby Life blog
Explore books on Libby that complement the vibes and themes of Bad Bunny’s new album, from powerful storytelling to deep cultural insights.

• Bad Bunny: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS | Pitchfork
Read Tatiana Lee Rodriguez’s review of the album.

• Every Track on Bad Bunny's Debí Tirar Más Fotos Ranked From Worst to Best | Miami New Times
On his sixth album, Bad Bunny is longing for home and preserving the culture he loves so much.

• Bad Bunny Reflects on New Album DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS Before Swapping Places to Interview Jimmy | Finger Lakes Times
Bad Bunny talks about taking over a morning news show in Puerto Rico and the meaning behind his latest album DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS before switching places to interview Jimmy.

• Lil Baby and Bad Bunny have fantastic chart debuts | NPR
Two debuts claim the top two spots on Billboard's main album's chart: Lil Baby and Bad Bunny.

• What Bad Bunny’s Chart-Topping Salsa Means for Latin Music | Time | Jan. 14, 2025, 9:20 p.m.
The surprise streaming star of the album arrived in “Baile Inolvidable,” a salsa track which went #1 on the U.S. Apple Music chart.

• Bad Bunny Gets His Laundry Done During 'Voy a LLevarte Pa PR' Performance on Fallon | Rolling Stone Australia | Jan. 14, 2025, 10:34 p.m.
Bad Bunny performs 'Voy a LLevarte Pa PR' from his new album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' while doing laundry on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.'

• Bad Bunny teams up with Jorell Meléndez-Badillo to unpack Puerto Rican history | Tone Madison | Jan. 13, 2025, 6 a.m.
The UW-Madison professor accompanies the singer's new album with rich political context.

• Bad Bunny: 'What's the Point in Being Here? To Show the World Who I Am' | Rolling Stone | Jan. 13, 2025, 3 p.m.
Bad Bunny talks about his new album, 'Debi Tirar Mas Fotos,' and why he'll never stop speaking up for Puerto Rico

• Bad Bunny Phoned Home | Vulture | Jan. 13, 2025, 5 p.m.
His new album, a spirited homage to Puerto Rico, smokes its predecessor.

• Bad Bunny's 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' Trend Leads Children Of Celebrities To Post Unseen Photos Of Their Parents | Latin Times | Jan. 13, 2025, 7:56 p.m.
The single from Bad Bunny's newest album has ignited a trend on social media where people are sharing photos of those who have passed away.

• Bad Bunny’s ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Streaming Albums Chart | K-Jewel 99.3 FM
Bad Bunny’s new album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, opens at No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Streaming Albums chart (dated Jan. 18), with the largest streaming week for a Latin title in over a year. Also in the

• ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ de Bad Bunny debuta en el No. 1 de Top Streaming Albums de Billboard | Billboard | Jan. 13, 2025, 3:59 p.m.
'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' de Bad Bunny encabeza Top Streaming Albums de Billboard con la mayor semana de streaming para un álbum latino en más de un año.

• ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ de Bad Bunny debuta en el No. 1 de la lista Top Latin Albums | Billboard | Jan. 14, 2025, 12:27 a.m.
'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' de Bad Bunny debuta en el No. 1 de la lista Top Latin Albums

• Bad Bunny em Debí Tirar Más Fotos: fantasmas de relações passadas e neocolonialismo | PÚBLICO
No sexto álbum, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, o astro do reggaetón e do trap porto-riquenho reconfigura e devolve ao presente outros ritmos tradicionais da ilha. É um assombro.

• Who is Gabriela Berlingeri? Bad Bunny's Ex-Girlfriend Behind New Album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' | los40.us | Jan. 13, 2025, 5:26 p.m.
Bad Bunny has impressed all his fans with his new album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, a studio album that celebrates his roots, Puerto Rican culture, and openly talks about nostalgia, the passage of time, uprooting, and themes like love and […]

• Bad Bunny Draws Impressive Final First Week Sales For New Album "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" | HotNewHipHop | Jan. 12, 2025, 8:18 p.m.
Bad Bunny's "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" garnered a lot of success and acclaim following its unorthodox Sunday release.

• Bad Bunny revela si su nuevo álbum, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, tiene canciones sobre Kendall Jenner | Diario AS | Jan. 9, 2025, 5:54 a.m.
¿El nuevo álbum de Bad Bunny, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, habla sobre su ex, Kendall Jenner? Esto ha dicho el puertorriqueño al respecto.

• 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' and the lessons Bad Bunny has for Latinos | The University Daily Kansan
Bad Bunny’s new album’s unapologetic Puerto Rican-ness is a musical masterpiece with a deeper message. Through his catchy rhythms Bad Bunny teaches Latinos the power of embracing our heritage and

• “Debí tirar más fotos” y cómo Bad Bunny puso a Puerto Rico en los ojos y oídos del mundo | El Comercio Perú
Con récords que se baten día a día, “DtMF”, el nuevo álbum del puertorriqueño Bad Bunny, nos dice que recién empezó el 2025 y ya tenemos candidato al disco del año.

• Bad Bunny’s Debí Tirar Más Fotos Is a Living, Breathing Snapshot of Puerto Rico | Vogue | Jan. 10, 2025, 11 a.m.
The rapper’s sixth album is a passionate homecoming that looks to the past to revel in daring new ideas.

• Bad Bunny Shares the Stories Behind 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' | Rolling Stone | Jan. 10, 2025, 3 p.m.
Bad Bunny tells us which song on his new album made his mom cry, which one means the most to him, and which were last-minute additions

• Unpacking Bad Bunny's personal and political 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' | WSSB | Jan. 10, 2025, 3:32 p.m.
Time and time again Bad Bunny has proven that he's strongest creatively when he anchors himself to the island and if DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS is to be believed, home is where he's insistent on staying.

• Bad Bunny's "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" is a rejection of an Americanized Puerto Rico | Salon | Jan. 9, 2025, 10:12 p.m.
Bad Bunny's song "Lo que le pasó a Hawaii" highlights colonialism's destructive woes

• Bad Bunny's Messages to Ex Girfriends Kendall Jenner and Gabriela Berlingeri in 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' | los40.us | Jan. 9, 2025, 6:45 p.m.
The artist wasn’t going to miss the chance to stir the pot about his love life with the release of his new album.

• Watch Bad Bunny's emotional reaction to 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' trend on TikTok | NME | Jan. 9, 2025, 5:46 a.m.
Bad Bunny has shared his wholesome reaction to the 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' trend that has gone viral on TikTok – watch his reaction here.

• Bad Bunny Receives Opening Week Sales Predictions For "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" | HotNewHipHop | Jan. 8, 2025, 10:48 p.m.
Bad Bunny quickly followed up his previous album with "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" this weekend and the sales projections for it are now in.

• Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' Explained : All Songs Considered | NPR
Alt.Latino hosts Anamaria Sayre and Felix Contreras, and NPR reporter Isabella Gomez Sarmiento break down what exactly makes the record so Puerto Rican and why its Bad Bunny's most reflective, ambitious and ingenious album yet.

• ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ Is Bad Bunny’s Most Determined and Resonant Work Yet: Album Review | Variety | Jan. 8, 2025, 3 p.m.
Bad Bunny sets the bar higher with his sixth studio LP, 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' a declaration of resistance and pride for Puerto Rico.

• Why Bad Bunny's 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' is an act of political resistance | WRVO Public Media | Jan. 8, 2025, 9:02 p.m.
On Sunday, Bad Bunny released his sixth studio album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, and people are saying it's his most "Puerto Rican" record yet. The global pop star has clearly come home to his roots in a meaningful way and given the political situation on the island, releasing an album so proudly Puerto Rican is a major act of resistance. Anamaria Sayre, Felix Contreras and Isabella Gomez Sarmiento break down what exactly makes the record so Puerto Rican and why its Bad Bunny's most reflective, ambitious and ingenious era yet. Songs featured in this episode: •Bad Bunny, "EL CLúB" •Bad Bunny, "NUEVAYoL" •Bad Bunny, "BAILE INoLVIDABLE" •Bad Bunny, "LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAii" •Bad Bunny, "TURiSTA" •Bad Bunny, "CAFé CON RON" •Los Pleneros de la Cresta, "Resistencia" •Bad Bunny, "PIToRRO DE COCO" •Ecos de Borinquen, "El Alma de Puerto Rico (The Soul of Puerto Rico)" •Bad Bunny, "WELTiTA" Audio for this episode of Alt.Latino was edited and mixed by Simon Rentner. Editorial support from Hazel Cills

• Watch Bad Bunny's Sweet Reaction to a 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' TikTok Trend | Rolling Stone | Jan. 8, 2025, 9:24 p.m.
Bad Bunny posted his own TikTok reacting to a trend tied to his new album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos.'

• Bad Bunny – 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' review: ode to homeland is a new high for the Puerto Rican star | NME | Jan. 8, 2025, 8 a.m.
After going global, Bad Bunny returns to his roots and reclaims his reggaeton throne on 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos', his most daring LP yet.

• Review: Bad Bunny’s ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’ Is an Unapologetic Love Letter to Puerto Rico | Atwood Magazine | Jan. 7, 2025, 6:49 p.m.
Bad Bunny is going back to his roots in the most fresh and innovative way thanks to his sixth solo album, ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.’

• DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS by Bad Bunny | Album Review | Medium | Jan. 7, 2025, 5:07 p.m.
The Puerto Rican superstar kicks off 2025 with new music

• Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' is a love letter to Puerto Rico. This professor helped him tell the island's history | Los Angeles Times | Jan. 8, 2025, 12:24 a.m.
Released Jan. 5, the record pays homage to the island’s rich rhythms like plena and salsa, and delves into it’s seldom taught history.

• Is Bad Bunny’s New Album About Kendall Jenner? He Says | E! Online | Jan. 7, 2025, 4:43 p.m.
Bad Bunny discussed the themes of his latest album Debí Tirar Más Fotos and shared insight into whether any of the songs are about his ex Kendall Jenner. 

• On “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” Bad Bunny Comes Home | Harper's BAZAAR | Jan. 7, 2025, 7:25 p.m.
For Benito and boricuas across the diaspora, the recognizable rhythms on his sixth studio album symbolize the power in resistance

• Bad Bunny's new album 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' has fans saying the same thing | The Mirror US | Jan. 6, 2025, 12:18 a.m.
Bad Bunny released his sixth album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, a 'love letter' to the island of Puerto Rico and fans agree. The 17 track album features other Puerto Rican artist

• Bad Bunny's album 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' introduces traditional Puerto Rican sounds to the world | HOLA | Jan. 6, 2025, 8:54 p.m.
This album marks a departure from Bad Bunny's reggaeton-heavy past, emphasizing live instrumentation, emotional storytelling, and cultural homage

• Bad Bunny estrena su álbum “Debí tirar más fotos”, un homenaje a Puerto Rico | Telemundo McAllen (40)
Bad Bunny habla en una de las canciones de la migración puertorriqueña a Estados Unidos y de problemas como la gentrificación, pidiendo que no hagan con Puerto Rico lo mismo que con Hawaii.

• Bad Bunny's ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOTos’ Is a Celebration of Puerto Rico | HYPEBEAST | Jan. 6, 2025, 5:44 a.m.
Featuring guest appearances from Omar Courtz, Dei V and more.

• Bad Bunny Releases New Album, ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos,’ That Celebrates His Puerto Rican Heritage | WLAV-FM
Bad Bunny released his sixth solo album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, on Sunday (January 5). The record, which translated into English means "I Should Have Taken More Photos," is a celebration of Puerto Rico’s rich culture and history, and a musical love letter from the international music superstar to his

• Exploring the Themes of Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos... | Complex
Bad Bunny’s 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Reviewed

• Bad Bunny Makes a Triumphant Homecoming on 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' | Rolling Stone | Jan. 6, 2025, 5:54 p.m.
Bad Bunny's 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Review

• Bad Bunny Makes a Homecoming of His New Album | Vulture | Jan. 6, 2025, 4:58 p.m.
Debí Tirar Más Fotos was made in Puerto Rico, inspired by Puerto Rico.

• Bad Bunny Addresses Whether New Album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' Is About Kendall Jenner | PEOPLE.com
Bad Bunny addresses whether or not songs from his new album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos' are about Kendall Jenner.

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• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from Adversity | Vinyl Me, Please
Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from AdversityTable of Contents Key Highlights Introduction Behind Bars: The Making of

• Breaking Down Kanye West Interview With Akademics and Lil Durk Deep Thoughts Album Review - The Real Oshow Podcast | Buzzsprout
Welcome To The Real Oshow,0:00 Intro1:14 Kanye West Interview With Akademics4:40 Kanye West Wearing A Cappa Rota  15:15 Kayne West Exposing Industry Plants 30:40 Lil Durk Deep Thoughts A;bum Review34:00 Closing Thoughts This week on...

• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from Adversity | Vinyl Me, Please
Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts': A Collaborative Masterpiece Born from AdversityTable of Contents Key Highlights Introduction Behind Bars: The Making of

• Lil Durk Captures 10th Top 10 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart With ‘Deep Thoughts’ | Billboard | April 9, 2025, 9:11 p.m.
As 'Deep Thoughts' opens at No. 2, Lil Durk reaches his 10th top 10 album on the genre list, while he remains behind bars on murder-for-hire charges

• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts' Debuts at No. 3 on Billboard 200 | HYPEBEAST | April 7, 2025, 7:51 a.m.
Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar and PARTYNEXTDOOR x Drake also appear in this week's top 10.

• Lil Durk Scores Billboard Top 10 Debut Despite Divisive First Week Sales For "Deep Thoughts" | HotNewHipHop
Lil Durk recently thanked fans in a heartfelt message for supporting his new album "Deep Thoughts" amid his prison stay.

• Lil Durk Dives Into "Deep Thoughts" On Our New "Fire Emoji" Playlist Update | HotNewHipHop
This week's "Fire Emoji" playlist update is brought to you by Lil Durk, NAV, Wiz Khalifa, Icewear Vezzo, Anycia, and more.

• Lil Durk's Sleepy Prison Opus 'Deep Thoughts' | Rolling Stone | March 31, 2025, 5:16 p.m.
Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts'

• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts' Album Released from Behind Bars | Vinyl Me, Please
Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts' Album Released from Behind BarsTable of Contents Key Highlights Introduction The Making of 'Deep Thoughts' Industry Impact and Recognition The Effects of Incarceration on Creativity Legal Challenges and Future Outlook Conclusion FAQ Key Highlights R&B and hip-hop artist Lil Durk released his new album,

• Lil Durk Drops New Album 'Deep Thoughts' | News | Clash Magazine Music News, Reviews & Interviews | Clash Magazine | March 31, 2025, 9:27 a.m.
Lil Durk has shared his new album 'Deep Thoughts' in full. The rapper reached fresh heights with his revelatory 2023 album 'Almost Healed', which CLASH

• Lil Durk ‘Deep Thoughts’ Review: An Aimless Dip into Shallow Waters | Slant Magazine | March 31, 2025, 5:06 p.m.
Despite being marketed as a penetrating self-reflection, the album offers few pearls of wisdom.

• Lil Durk’s Sleepy Prison Opus ‘Deep Thoughts’ | Rolling Stone MENA | March 31, 2025, 5:16 p.m.
Say what you will about Lil Durk, but understand upfront that he’s all about a vibe: whether bucking lyrical shots…

• Lil Durk - Deep Thoughts (Album Review) | Ratings Game Music | March 28, 2025, 5:53 a.m.
"Deep Thoughts" reveals Lil Durk's growth as an artist, blending introspection with his signature crash-out energy, while offering raw insights into his struggles with addiction, religion, and personal loss, though its standard production and dated vocal styles hold it back.

• Lil Durk Drops New Album ‘Deep Thoughts’ With Future, Lil Baby & More | iHeartRadio | iHeart
Listen to Lil Durk's brand-new album plus more new music!

• Lil Durk Drops New Album ‘Deep Thoughts’ With Future, Lil Baby & More | Hot 98.3
Listen to Lil Durk's brand-new album plus more new music!

• Lil Durk's New Album "Deep Thoughts" Boasts Divisive Streaming Debut Amid Prison Stay | HotNewHipHop
Lil Durk recently issued a hopeful and determined message to fans after "Deep Thoughts" landed during his alleged murder-for-hire case.

• Lil Durk’s new album consists of some ‘Deep Thoughts’ | Power 106.9 - Omaha's #1 For Hip Hop & Hits
Alamo Records, LLC/Sony Music EntertainmentLil Durk is sharing some Deep Thoughts on his new album, released while he's behind bars.The project was pieced together with help from his management team. It boast 20 tracks and features Future, Lil Bab...

• Album of the Week: Lil Durk shines on 'Deep Thoughts' | Hip Hop Hero | March 28, 2025, 5:27 p.m.
Lil Durk released his new album 'Deep Thoughts' on March 28th despite being in prison on conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire charges.

• Lil Durk’s ‘Deep Thoughts’: All 17 Songs Ranked | Billboard | March 28, 2025, 5:43 p.m.
Billboard ranks all 17 songs on Lil Durk's new album 'Deep Thoughts.'

• Lil Durk releases ‘Deep Thoughts’ album while jailed on murder-for-hire charges | Chicago Sun-Times | March 29, 2025, 2:58 a.m.
The 32-year-old Chicago rapper released the 17-track album Friday. He remains jailed in Los Angeles on murder-for-hire charges in the killing of a rival rapper.

• Lil Durk's 'Deep Thoughts' Hits a Little Too Close to Hom... | Complex
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• Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' First Hip-Hop Album To Sell 1 Million Units In 2025 | Black Enterprise | March 26, 2025, 4:30 p.m.
Compton native Kendrick Lamar is the first hip-hop artist to sell over one million units of his album for 2025.

• Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' Is the First Rap Album to Hit Major 2025 Milestone | www.vice.com | March 24, 2025, 5:05 p.m.
Continuing his reign of terror over Drake's entire existence, Kendrick Lamar just hit a major 2025 milestone with his 2024 album GNX.

• Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' Becomes First Rap Album of 2025 To Sell One Million Units | HYPEBEAST | March 24, 2025, 10 a.m.
In the U.S.

• Guest Review From Album of the Year Club: gnx by Kendrick Lamar | The BleuPrint
On Friday, November 22nd, Kendrick Lamar dropped a surprise album titled GNX, about the Buick Grand National. There was little to no roll-out for this LP, apart from a snippet of “squabble up” at the end of the recently released “Not Like Us” music video. Most people, including me, didn’t even realize Lamar was in...

• Punch Reveals Why Kendrick Lamar Decided to Not Include ‘Not Like Us’ on ‘GNX’ | Billboard | Feb. 4, 2025, 8:44 p.m.
Terrence "Punch" Henderson revealed why.Kendrick Lamar decided not to include "Not Like Us" on his chart-topping album 'GNX.' Get details.

• Kendrick Lamar’s GNX has entirely changed my perception of rap music | The Central Trend
Rap fans of the United States are no stranger to diss tracks; from Tupac and Biggie to Jay-Z and Nas, rap “beef” has existed since the birth of the genre. And at the end of last year, two musicians—Drake and Kendrick Lamar—engaged in one of the most iconic and impactful series of diss tracks in...

• Drake's album 'Some Sexy Songs 4 U' knocks Kendrick Lamar out of the top spot | KNKX Public Radio | Feb. 25, 2025, 9:44 a.m.
Kendrick Lamar won his rap war with Drake by just about any measure, but this week Drake got a small measure of revenge when his new album "Some Sexy Songs 4 U" knocked Lamar out of the No. 1 spot.

• Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX” Reaches Yet Another Impressive Milestone | HotNewHipHop
Kendrick Lamar's latest album "GNX" only continues to impress with even more streaming and sales milestones.

• This Is Why Kendrick Lamar Left 'Not Like Us' Off His 'GNX' Album | iHeart
Kendrick Lamar's Grammy award-winning hit wasn't included on his 'GNX' album. Here's why | iHeart

• Kendrick Lamar "GNX" Album Review | Reveille | Jan. 9, 2025, 6:08 p.m.
It’s been almost seven months since critically acclaimed hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar released “Not Like Us”, his concluding statement towards the equally prolific rapstar Drake in a rap beef that created some of the biggest buzz in the musical landscape this year. Even after all this time, the feud still feels fresh in many people’s...

• SZA Herself Was Surprised to Be on Kendrick Lamar's Album Drop: 'OK, That's the Vocals!' | PEOPLE.com
SZA was surprised to find her vocals on Kendrick Lamar's latest album drop 'GNX.' The singer told Sherri Shepherd during her eponymous talk show about her upcoming Grand Stadium Tour with the Pulitzer Prize winner.

• Punch Says Why Kendrick Lamar’s ’Not Like Us’ Isn’t On ’GNX’ | UPROXX | Feb. 4, 2025, 2:20 p.m.
’Could have put it on there to boost overall sales but...’

• Kendrick Lamar Releases Surprise Album ‘GNX’  | EBONY
Kendrick Lamar surprises fans with GNX, a 12-track album showcasing his independence and innovation. Available on all streaming platforms. Kendrick Lamar just brought the music world to a halt. Without warning, Kendrick surprised fans by dropping GNX, a 12-track album now available on all streaming platforms. The project, which comes after his 2022 release, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, signals a shift for the rapper. For the first…

• Kendrick Lamar Nabs Three Platinum-Eligible Hits Off Of "GNX" With Over One Million Units Sold | HotNewHipHop
Kendrick Lamar fans have clearly picked their favorite bangers off of "GNX" as the album continues to resonate and succeed.

• Kendrick Lamar’s new album GNX: him versus everyone | Daily Emerald
On Nov. 22, Kendrick Lamar surprised the hip-hop and rap community by unexpectedly dropping his brand new album “GNX.” Lamar has been at the forefront of the rap game this year from his three recently released diss tracks, “Euphoria,” “Meet the Grahams” and “Not Like Us,” which were mainly targeted at the Canadian rapper Drake....

• Kendrick Lamar raps about Black Hippy and why the group “didn’t work” on “heart pt. 6” | REVOLT
Lamar took a sobering stance regarding the four-man collective on his new album ‘GNX.’

• Kendrick Lamar just shock-dropped a new album, and Twitter is losing its mind | REVOLT
Fans can stream ‘GNX’ on all DSPs now.

• The Guide #167: Could Kendrick Lamar’s GNX jumpstart a new wave of surprise releases? | The Guardian | Dec. 6, 2024, 1:31 p.m.
In this week’s newsletter: Just when it seemed there was nothing shocking about an unexpected album drop, Lamar made a truly transgressive move

• Kendrick Lamar’s New Album 'GNX' Takes Over 'Billboard' Hot 100 | Glitter Magazine | Dec. 20, 2024, 6:57 p.m.
Since the release of Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album, GNX, all 12 tracks have debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

• No surprise this week: Kendrick Lamar rules the charts | VPM | Dec. 4, 2024, 10:08 a.m.
A week after Kendrick Lamar's new album, GNX, was surprise released, it proved to be a chart phenomenon, debuting at No. 1 on the album chart and claiming the Top 5 spots on the singles chart.

• GNX by Kendrick Lamar- Album Review - | The Badger | Dec. 14, 2024, 8:45 p.m.
West Coast 90’s throwback dispels any argument for the Greatest of All Time. This is evidently the most 2Pac-inspired album Kendrick has released

• Kendrick Lamar's surprise 'GNX' drop comments on hip-hop's influence | The Daily Orange | Dec. 5, 2024, 4:22 a.m.
Hip-hop poet Kendrick Lamar’s latest album, “GNX,” reflects on the genre, but lacks focus and fails to break new ground, according to our columnist.

• ‘GNX’ solidifies Kendrick Lamar’s status in the rap game | Old Gold & Black
Released in 1987 at a low production number, a GNX (Grand National Experimental) is the slightly more evolved cousin of the beloved Buick Grand National. Along with its sleek — but by no means ornate or grand — exterior and striking accents of silver chrome and black rubber it is a car known for its...

• Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Album Debuts At No. 1 On Billboard 200 | VIBE | Dec. 2, 2024, 3:50 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' album debuts at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart with 319,000 equivalent album units sold in its first week.

• Kendrick Lamar : GNX | Album review | Treble | Dec. 12, 2024, 3:25 a.m.
A surprise album released without warning or fanfare, on 'GNX', Kendrick Lamar delivers a concise, immediate record that simply slaps

• Kendrick Lamar's GNX album disses including Drake and other rappers | Prestige Online - Malaysia | Dec. 9, 2024, 11 a.m.
Surprising his fans with a new album drop, Kendrick Lamar continues to launch some major disses at Drake and others in GNX album.

• Every Kendrick Lamar Album Ranked Worst To Best (Including GNX) | ScreenRant | Dec. 8, 2024, 6 p.m.
See how GNX stacks up with Kendrick's discography.

• Chris Brown Shows Love To Kendrick Lamar’s New Album “GNX” | HotNewHipHop | Dec. 7, 2024, 6:55 p.m.
Recently, Chris Brown took to Instagram to share a video of himself, featuring Kendrick Lamar's new track "tv off."

• REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' album freezes time with surprise release | The University Daily Kansan
Hip-hop artist Kendrick Lamar surprised fans with the release of his sixth studio album, "GNX," on Nov. 22, 2024. Music review writer Rae Green decodes each song in the album,

• Album Review: Kendrick Lamar Reclaims the Rap Throne on ‘GNX’ | Atwood Magazine | Dec. 9, 2024, 6:40 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar’s sixth studio album ‘GNX’ is, simply put, one of the best records yet by one of the greatest rappers of all time.

• No surprise this week: Kendrick Lamar rules the charts | NPR
A week after Kendrick Lamar's new album, GNX, was surprise released, it proved to be a chart phenomenon, debuting at No. 1 on the album chart and claiming the Top 5 spots on the singles chart.

• Staff Picks: Every Kendrick Lamar Album, Ranked | Billboard | Dec. 5, 2024, 2 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar's albums ranked worst to best.

• Ben Baller Claims Kendrick Lamar's New Album "GNX" Is Full Of Skips | HotNewHipHop | Dec. 4, 2024, 5:53 a.m.
Ben Baller has made chains for most of the major rappers in the game, but he was not feeling the new release from K. Dot.

• No surprise this week: Kendrick Lamar rules the charts | NPR
A week after Kendrick Lamar's new album GNX was surprise released, it proved to be a chart phenomenon, debuting at No. 1 on the album chart and claiming the top five spots on the singles chart.

• Album Review: GNX by Kendrick Lamar | The Township Times
General Background: “GNX” is the sixth studio album by hip-hop artist Kendrick Lamar. It was released on Nov. 22 at noon in a surprise release. It contains 12 tracks with a runtime of 44 minutes. Notable featured artists include SZA, Sam Dew, Roddy Ricch and many other West Coast rappers. How I Rated the Songs:...

• Kendrick Lamar’s GNX Review | Niles West News
Kendrick Lamar released a new album, GNX, in silence without promotion or marketing, on Nov. 22, 2024. Lamar is well-known in the hip-hop music industry for his groundbreaking lyrics. In 2018 he won a Pulitzer Prize for his album DAMN., becoming the first rapper ever to do so. In the spring of 2024, he garnered...

• Kendrick Lamar Continues His Huge 2024 Run As ’GNX’ Debuts At No. 1 | UPROXX | Dec. 2, 2024, 1:23 p.m.
Nobody has been like Kendrick in 2024.

• Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard 200 | Billboard Canada | Dec. 1, 2024, 8 p.m.
Plus: the "Wicked" movie soundtrack arrives at No. 2.

• Kendrick Lamar Achieves 7th Biggest Rap Album Debut with GNX | T.H.E - Music Essentials | Dec. 1, 2024, 10:25 a.m.
Kendrick Lamar's album 'GNX' debuts at #1, achieving massive commercial and streaming success. Explore its impact in numbers!

• Kendrick Lamar's Surprise 'GNX' Debuts at Number One | Rolling Stone | Dec. 1, 2024, 10:13 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar has earned his fifth consecutive album chart-topper with 'GNX.'

• Kendrick Lamar drops surprise full album ‘GNX’ | The Tartan | Dec. 2, 2024, 4:24 a.m.
Photo from @kendricklamar on Instagram  “Kendrick just opened his mouth, someone go hand him a Grammy right now.” -Certain Certified Loverboys Full transparency: I was supposed to be reviewing “The…

• Kendrick Lamar Rules ARIA Charts Again with Surprise Album ‘GNX’ | Billboard | Dec. 3, 2024, 10:35 a.m.
Kendrick Lamar has done it again. The Grammy-winning rap visionary's 'GNX' made a debut at No. 1 on the ARIA Albums Chart.

• Kendrick Lamar Lands No. 1 Album With GNX | Pitchfork | Dec. 2, 2024, 3:35 p.m.
It’s the rapper’s fourth consecutive studio album to debut atop the Billboard 200

• Kendrick Lamar Claims Entire Top Five On Billboard Hot 100—Tying Record With Drake | Forbes Advisor
Kendrick Lamar ties Drake as one of few artists to claim the entire top five on the Billboard Hot 100, days after Drake took their months-long rap beef to court.

• Kendrick Lamar might release a deluxe version of 'GNX' soon | NME | Nov. 29, 2024, 3:12 p.m.
According to Lefty Gunplay, Kendrick Lamar is gearing up to release a deluxe version of his sixth album, 'GNX'.

• Kendrick Lamar’s Surprise LP ‘GNX’ Tops U.K.’s Albums Chart | Billboard | Nov. 29, 2024, 6 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' has seen the Compton rapper land his second No.1 album on the U.K. Albums Chart. Get the full run down.

• Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' First-Week Sales Projections Revealed | HipHopDX | Nov. 27, 2024, 12:03 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' first-week sales projections are here, revealing the surprise album is expected to debut at number one on the Billboard 200.

• Kendrick Lamar blasts to Number 1 with surprise album GNX | www.officialcharts.com
Kendrick Lamar earns this week’s Official Number 1 Album with sixth studio release GNX.

• Kendrick Lamar achieves new milestone with surprise album 'GNX' | Geo.tv
Kendrick Lamar just achieved yet another musical milestone.As he dropped his sixth and unannounced studio album, GNX, on November 22, it has already secured the top position on Official Charts’ number one album.GNX marks the...

• Kendrick Lamar Claims Salvation for Satan on ‘GNX’ | Sojourners | Nov. 27, 2024, 7:45 p.m.
The greatest rapper of all time stands in the tradition of Christian universalists who claim “apocatastasis” extends even to the prince of darkness.

• Meet the Emerging California Rappers Who Appeared on Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Album | Billboard | Nov. 27, 2024, 3:59 p.m.
From AzChike to Dody 6, meet all of the emerging California rappers who appeared on Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' album.

• Kendrick Lamar Might Be Releasing Deluxe Version Of ’GNX’ | UPROXX | Nov. 27, 2024, 7:05 p.m.
There might be even more to Lamar’s new album.

• Here Are 10 of the Best Easter Eggs From Kendrick Lamar's GNX Album and 'Squabble Up' Music Video | XXL Mag
Details here.

• Busta Rhymes Claims Kendrick Lamar Raised The Bar With New Album "GNX" | HotNewHipHop | Nov. 27, 2024, 12:58 a.m.
Busta Rhymes is the latest hip hop legend to be taken aback by Kendrick Lamar's new body of work, and he said so via social media.

• Kendrick Lamar's 'GNX' Album Reportedly Receiving Deluxe Edition | HYPEBEAST | Nov. 28, 2024, 8:02 a.m.
One of his collaborators on the album, Lefty Gunplay, shared new information about the deluxe edition.

• Kendrick Lamar Declares Why He’s The G.O.A.T In Surprise Album GNX | Medium | Nov. 28, 2024, 6:56 a.m.
Album Review

• Which songs will Kendrick Lamar perform during the Super Bowl LIX halftime show? | New York Times
Lamar's discography is lengthy, but he added more options to his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show with his new album, "GNX."

• For the guest rappers on 'GNX,' recording with Kendrick Lamar means 'You’ve got to be a student.' | Los Angeles Times | Nov. 27, 2024, 10 p.m.
A few months ago, the Compton rapper Siete7x was up in the Bay Area shooting a music video.

• REVIEW | Kendrick Lamar's surprise album 'GNX' proves even at his weakest, he towers above the rest | Life | Channel
Kendrick Lamar's new surprise album, 'GNX', is not like his other LPs.

• Kendrick Lamar - GNX | Northern Transmissions | Nov. 26, 2024, 9:04 p.m.
GNX by Kendrick Lamar album review by Adam Fink for Northern Transmissions. The modern legendary hip hop artist's new LP is now available

• Kendrick Lamar surprises with new album 'GNX' | New Castle News
Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present with a new album. The Grammy winner released his sixth studio album “GNX” on Friday. The 12-track project is the rapper’s

• You Wanted the Beast, You Got the Beast | Vulture | Nov. 26, 2024, 7:24 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar’s jittery, claustrophobic new album understands the value of being a hero and a villain.

• Kendrick Lamar makes his peace with war on GNX | The FADER
The FADER's Vivian Medithi reviews Kendrick Lamar's new album 'GNX,' a West Coast pastiche that strives for title belt status.

• This Kendrick Lamar Album Is Enough | GQ | Nov. 26, 2024, 2 p.m.
While we’d certainly take a second project if the rumors are true, the idea that ‘GNX’ is too slight on its own is a misguided one.

• Kendrick Lamar - GNX | The Needle Drop | Nov. 26, 2024, 6:07 p.m.
What you see is what you get.

• Kendrick Lamar: GNX | Pitchfork
Read Alphonse Pierre’s review of the album.

• Kendrick Lamar drops surprise new album, "GNX" | CBS News
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.

• Album Review: Kendrick Lamar – GNX | Beats Per Minute
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• Kendrick Lamar's rules for rap's new administration | South Carolina Public Radio | Nov. 25, 2024, 6:28 p.m.
Lamar already won the year in a landslide. On his bristly new album, GNX, the rapper aims to change the state of play for everyone else.

• All the disses on Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX” album - Culted | CULTED | Nov. 25, 2024, 3:16 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar came to assassinate on his new album GNX: “It used to be f*ck that n**** but now it’s plural / F*ck everybody”.

• Kendrick Lamar Reimagines Rap's Future and Reckons With His Past on 'GNX' | Paste
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• ‘GNX’ gives us Kendrick Lamar at his realest | Andscape | Nov. 25, 2024, 7:59 p.m.
The Compton rapper dropped a surprise album. It's his rawest project yet

• ‘GNX’ Review: Kendrick Lamar Heads Back to His Comfort Zone on Surprise Album | New York Times | Nov. 25, 2024, 4:48 p.m.
After a war of words with Drake that yielded one of the biggest hits of Lamar’s career, the Los Angeles rapper is eager to shift back on his sixth album.

• Lil Wayne Seemingly Responds To Kendrick Lamar's Mention On 'GNX' Album | iHeart
Weezy sounds off after Kendrick Lamar addressed the controversy surrounding the Super Bowl Halftime Show on his new album | iHeart

• Kendrick Lamar Reacts To Lil Wayne Super Bowl Diss And Snoop Dogg On Surprise 'GNX' Album Drop | Black Enterprise | Nov. 25, 2024, midnight
Kendrick Lamar addresses Lil Wayne and the Super Bowl controversy, as well as Snoop Dogg, on one of his "GNX" album tracks.

• ’GNX’ Is The Kendrick Lamar Album We’ve Always Wanted | UPROXX | Nov. 25, 2024, 6:09 p.m.
K. Dot’s latest is for those who know.

• For Kendrick Lamar, spite is an engine on the exhilarating 'GNX' | Los Angeles Times | Nov. 24, 2024, 11:38 p.m.
The Compton rapper's new LP dropped without warning on Friday in the wake of his epic feud with Drake.

• Kendrick Lamar's rules for rap's new administration | 88Nine Radio Milwaukee | Nov. 25, 2024, 8:25 p.m.
Lamar already won the year in a landslide. On his bristly new album, GNX, the rapper aims to change the state of play for everyone else.

• On 'GNX,' Kendrick Lamar Evaluates the Throne | tylerhuckabee.substack.com
Kendrick knows he deserves it all, and that kind of terrifies him.

• Wack 100 & DJ Hed Defend Kendrick Lamar Against The Haters Dragging New Album "GNX" | HotNewHipHop | Nov. 24, 2024, 8:56 p.m.
The reception to Kendrick Lamar's new album "GNX" hasn't been all flowery, and Wack 100 and DJ Hed love a debate.

• Lil Wayne Appears to Respond to Kendrick Lamar's Mention on 'GNX' | Rolling Stone Australia | Nov. 24, 2024, 1:14 a.m.
Lil Wayne, Nas, and Snoop Dogg responded to being named in Kendrick Lamar's 'Wacced Out Murals' from new album 'GNX.'

• Kendrick Lamar asserts he’s “the greatest of all time” on surprise album ‘GNX’ | Our Generation Music | Nov. 24, 2024, 1:56 a.m.
Kendrick Lamar shocked the world—and claimed GOAT status—with his new album, GNX.... K-dot is nowhere near finished...

• Compton Rapper Snoopy Badazz Disses Kendrick Lamar's New Album "GNX" And Defends Drake | HotNewHipHop | Nov. 24, 2024, 4:45 p.m.
Just because you're from L.A. doesn't mean you have to be a Kendrick Lamar fan, but Snoopy Badazz is taking things quite far.

• Album review: Kendrick Lamar's surprise release 'GNX' is unsurprisingly brilliant | Daily Bruin
On his latest album, Kendrick Lamar says it best himself: “Ain’t no other king in this rap thing.” In a tight 12 tracks totaling 44 minutes, the surprise Friday release “GNX” is Kendrick Lamar’s shortest project since 2016’s “untitled unmastered.” and uses every moment of music to its fullest extent.

• Kendrick Lamar’s ‘GNX’ Is a Meticulous, Versatile, Hard-Hitting Masterpiece: Album Review | Variety | Nov. 24, 2024, 5:57 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar's surprise-released 'GNX,' is a hard-hitting, deeply coded masterpiece that cements his status as the world's greatest rapper.

• Review: Kendrick Lamar’s New Hip-Hop Album ‘GNX’ Needs Work | Stanisland Magazine | News, Music, Culture, Film and Essays and | Nov. 24, 2024, 2:40 p.m.
The rapper’s new album is loved by his fans, but genre lovers are on the fence.

• Father John Misty, Lil Wayne, Nas, and Snoop Dogg Respond to Kendrick Lamar’s Surprise New Album GNX | Pitchfork | Nov. 23, 2024, 7:47 p.m.
Lamar mentions Wayne, Nas, and Snoop Dogg on his album-opening “Wacced Out Murals,” while he just can’t help but drop records at the same time as Father John Misty

• Kendrick Lamar surprises with new album 'GNX' | TribLIVE.com | Nov. 22, 2024, 7:10 p.m.
LOS ANGELES — Kendrick Lamar gave music listeners an early holiday present Friday with the surprise drop of a new album. The Grammy winner’s 12-track “GNX” is his first release since 2022’s “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers” and his sixth studio album overall. It also comes just months after

• On GNX, Kendrick Lamar Chooses Violence | Consequence | Nov. 23, 2024, 7:04 p.m.
Kendrick Lamar is back with his surprise album, GNX, fueled by a reinvigorated competitive spirit and desire to burn down the industry.

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Scheda album Viscerale di Mezzosangue con a, Viscerale, Idiocracy (feat. Gemitaiz), Flowricoltura, Kenny Wells

• “Viscerale”: il nuovo album di MezzoSangue fuori il 4 aprile | Atom Heart Magazine | April 2, 2025, 3:54 p.m.
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