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As the pioneering frontman of the legendary group Sly & the Family Stone, Sly Stone, who died Monday (June 9) at age 82, blazed a trail that merged funk and R&B with tastes of rock and soul for an influential catalog that surged to mainstream success in the late 1960s and early ’70s. Like contemporaries Jimi Hendrix, Parliament and Isaac Hayes, Sly & the Family Stone were pivotal players in the late ’60s psychedelic soul scene, which blended classic R&B and soul elements with guitar-driven rock and jazz into a new sonic fusion. The group made its Billboard chart debut…
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The best from the Sly Stone-led funk and soul outfit, following its leader’s passing at age 82. Sly and the Family Stone photographed in 1969. Bettmann/Contributor/Getty Images Funk, rock and soul maverick Sly Stone died at 82 on Monday (June 9). According to a statement from his family, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s passing came after “a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues,” while he was surrounded by family and loved ones. “While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy will continue to resonate and inspire for generations…
Last year around this time, Drake and Kendrick Lamar trading lyrical uppercuts was the biggest event in music. This year? We got Joey Badass vs. Ray Vaughn. Which is to say: as we approach the halfway point of 2025, it’s been a relatively quiet year—especially compared to the shenanigans of 2024.That doesn’t mean the music hasn’t been good. In compiling our list of the best songs of 2025 so far, we found a healthy mix of viral novelty hits, reliable songs from veterans staying in their lane, mid-tier acts experimenting with new sounds, and breakout singles from some of pop’s…
Finny Da Legend was killed near the Bellagio fountains during a live-streamed dispute with another YouTuber that turned deadly. AllHipHop.com Since 1998, AllHipHop.com has pioneered delivering Hip-Hop news. Get our daily email for exclusive, breaking news, and weekly digests, all curated for the true Hip-Hop enthusiast. Stay connected and informed with the heartbeat of Hip-Hop culture. Subscribe now! Subscribe A YouTuber known as Finny Da Legend was gunned down alongside a companion late Sunday (June 8) near the Bellagio fountains on the Las Vegas Strip in a deadly confrontation that played out live on YouTube. Authorities say the violence stemmed…
Loopmasters has introduced a sample pack in which cinematic power meets street-level grit. Orchestral Hip Hop steps into a world where symphonic grandeur collides with raw urban energy, blending the emotional depth of classical instrumentation with the hard-hitting edge of modern hip hop.Designed for producers who want to add dramatic flair to their beats, this collection features lush strings, bold brass, haunting choirs, piano stabs, epic drums, and orchestral hits—all meticulously crafted for instant inspiration. Whether you’re scoring a cinematic trailer or laying down bars over dark, moody beats, Orchestral Hip Hop gives you the tools to build tracks that…
Karol G is gearing up to light up the summer with all her tropical splendor. The Colombian superstar announced her fifth studio album, Tropicoqueta, in an Instagram video posted on Monday (June 9). “Finally sharing this with you,” she wrote in the caption. “My heart is overflowing.” While she hasn’t revealed the official release date yet, Karol promised that Tropicoqueta is coming “very soon.” In the 50-second video, the singer surprises fans by channeling iconic artists Charo and Carmen Miranda, but with her own unique twist: instead of Miranda’s classic fruit headpieces, she rocks a pair of bongos strapped to…
Britney Spears just gave fans a rare look into her life — and this time, it wasn’t a dance video.On Monday, June 9, the 43-year-old pop star took to Instagram with a clip of her 18-year-old son, Jayden, driving a convertible with Lenny Kravitz’s “Fly Away” playing in the background.“He is 6’3 and his hands are so big now !!!” Spears wrote in the caption. “How long am I going to be in shock ??? It’s so incredibly crazy, it’s not even funny !!! I’m blessed !!! Just please be careful with my heart too !!! 🙄🙄🙄.”The proud mom shares…
At Monday night’s (June 9) 2025 BET Awards, Kendrick Lamar is the top nominee heading into the show, with a whopping nine nods. But who will leave Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles as the biggest winner? Billboard will be updating our winners list all night, in all the top music categories — like album of the year and best new artist — as well as all the movie, TV and sports categories too. Stick with this page to see the winners list updating live all night, and get all the details about how to watch the 25th-anniversary BET Awards…
Sly Stone, the legendary frontman of Sly and the Family Stone and funk-rock pioneer, has died. He was 82. His family released a statement on Monday (June 9) that read, “After a prolonged battle with COPD and other underlying health issues, Sly passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three children, his closest friend and his extended family. While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy will continue to resonate and inspire for generations to come.” Stone, born Sylvester Stewart, was a revolutionary force in American music, whose vibrant blend of funk, rock, soul…