Once seen as a curiosity, the blend of country and rap has grown into a defining sound of modern music. From playful early mashups to chart-shaking collaborations, it’s now embraced by major artists ...

Country rap is finding broader audiences in 2026, propelled by curated streaming playlists that merge rural storytelling with hip-hop energy. Collections from major platforms and music curators are ...

Randy Rainbow released a new parody song on Monday morning, and he’s bringing back the “Barbie” magic with it. But this time, the song is for President Trump’s cabinet, rather than the man himself. As ...

Composer and writer Dylan MarcAurele on developing the off-Broadway show, which pays loving homage to the series with songs like “Big Ass, Cold Heart” and “Shane Hollander Slap That Stick.” By Caitlin ...

B igXthaPlug is standing in front of his six-car garage, trying to decide which of his luxury SUVs to drive. We’re outside his Mediterranean-style estate just north of Dallas on a windy January day, ...

A new music festival is coming to Franklin Field. Social House Entertainment - the promoters behind the throwback hip-hop-flavored Tacos and Tequila Festival, which has been staged every year since ...

“Syracuse Playlist” is a quarterly feature on syracuse.com highlighting music from local artists. If you’re a Syracuse-area musician, email gherbert@syracuse.com to share your music, including your ...

Kid Rock is bringing a lineup of country friends out on the road with him in 2026. He just announced a spring tour that includes several mainstream hitmakers. The Freedom 250 Tour includes 10 dates ...

Forget all that new-fangled pop country, bro-country and country rap. Tracy Lawrence promises fans an evening of “real country music” on his 2026 tour, playing hits such as “Sticks and Stones,” “Can’t ...

What's going on with rap? After celebrating 50 years of legacy in 2023 with marquee moments like the Hip Hop 50 multi-headliner concert at Yankee Stadium, plus Kendrick Lamar's historic run – capped ...

The crossover between hip-hop and country is nothing new. In fact, rappers and country singers have crossed paths on many occasions over the last couple of decades, from joint collaborations to award ...

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee on Thursday granted a pardon to musician Jelly Roll for robbery and drug convictions dating to before 2010, following a yearlong review of the artist’s application, the ...