Stereogum — In 2023 Lil Yachty pivoted from rap to psychedelic rock with his polarizing record Let’s Start Here . This year, in addition to his own non-album singles, he’s appeared on tracks with Faye Webster, Fred Again.., Kid Cudi, and Chief Keef. Now ... more info

Stereogum — Last month, Kid Cudi released a new album, INSANO . Last week, he released the first issue in a new comic series called Moon Man — the initial run sold out quickly and is being reprinted alongside Moon Man #2 at the end of February. more info

Stereogum — This past Friday, Kid Cudi released a new album, INSANO, which featured guest appearances from A$AP Rocky, Young Thug, Lil Wayne, and more. Over the weekend, a giant statue of Cudi appeared off the coast of Southern California as a way to promote... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — The 33-foot statues of the Grammy-winning rapper have sparked both praise and incredulity online. Over the weekend, one is reportedly scheduled to pass by Redondo, Marina Del Rey, Santa Monica and Malibu. more info

Stereogum — We’re getting a couple of would-be blockbuster rap albums this morning. There’s 21 Savage’s american dream , announced just a few days ahead of time. And there’s also Kid Cudi’s INSANO, which has been teased for months. At this point, C... more info

Stereogum — Last year, the chart fortunes of rap music were a big conversation point. It was the year of hip-hop’s much-marketed 50th anniversary, but we got through most of the year before any rap singles or albums went to #1 on the Billboard charts. It do... more info

Stereogum — This weekend, the Biblical comedy epic The Book Of Clarence hits theaters. It was directed by Jeymes Samuel (Seal’s brother) and executive produced by Jay-Z, who also backed Samuel for his debut feature The Harder They Fall, which came out on Ne... more info

Stereogum — The Red Hot Chili Peppers, tireless American alternative rock institution that they are, are back to their core-four lineup, with John Frusciante back in the mix alongside Anthony Kiedis, Flea, and Chad Smith. They are keeping themselves very busy... more info

Consequence Of Sound — Kid Cudi, Ice Cube, Ken Carson, Otoboke Beaver, Seun Kuti & Egypt80, Wand, and IRONTOM will open on select dates. Red Hot Chili Peppers Announce 2024 “Unlimited Love Tour” Eddie Fu more info

Stereogum — In 2021, director Jeymes Samuel came out with his first feature, a cool and violent Netflix Western called The Harder They Fall. Jay-Z was one of that film’s producers, and he had a couple of tracks on its soundtrack. Jay is also producing The ... more info