J. Cole ‘Disgusted’ by Drake Backlash

J. Cole is speaking candidly about the fallout from the explosive feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, calling out what he views as opportunistic criticism disguised as commentary. In a recently surfaced clip from his sit down with Cam’ron on an upcoming episode of Cam’ron’s Talk With Flee podcast, the North Carolina lyricist reflected on how quickly the culture became divided once … Read more

‘My images have appeared on billboards in Times Square, on the cover of Rolling Stone’ – The Irish Times

I grew up in Lucan in west Dublin. It was very typical suburban Dublin. We lived in a cul-de-sac, in a housing estate. I was always creative growing up, always into any kind of visual art: drawing, painting and making things out of Lego. Photography started as something like that. I never thought of it … Read more

‘It was a real joy’ – The Irish Times

The Killarney man who mastered Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy award-winning record Luther has said “it was a real joy” to work with the rapper. Mastering engineer Ruairí O’Flaherty worked with Lamar on his surprise release album, GNX. “It was really fun to be part of an album that was under wraps. No one knew it was … Read more

From rap to chamber music, here are the Irish winners from the 2026 Grammys

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Kendrick Lamar Breaks Grammys Record as Most-Awarded Rapper, Beats Jay-Z

Kendrick Lamar is officially the most-awarded hip-hop artist in Grammys history. The “Not Like Us” rapper took home the awards for best rap album for “GNX,” best rap song for “TV Off,” melodic rap performance for “Luther” and rap performance for being featured in Clipse’s “Chains & Whips,” bringing his total to 26. He surpassed … Read more

2026 Grammy Winners: Full List

Music’s biggest night has arrived. The 2026 Grammy Awards are being handed out Sunday, as the Recording Academy celebrates the artists, albums, and songs that defined the past year. From chart-dominating hits to critically acclaimed standouts, expect unforgettable performances, emotional acceptance speeches, and more than a few surprises as the trophies roll in. The celebration … Read more

Grammys 2026 winners: The complete list

This year’s Grammy Awards are sure to be defined by historic firsts and lasts. Music’s biggest night returns to L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+ starting at 5 p.m. Pacific. After more than half a century on CBS, the awards show will move to Disney outlets in 2027. … Read more

Grammys 2026 Predictions: Who Will and Should Win?

The Grammy Awards return this Sunday, February 1, and will once again be hosted by Trevor Noah. It’s the comedian’s sixth—and, according to him, final—time leading the ceremony. Topping this year’s list of nominees is Kendrick Lamar, with nine nods, including appearances in three categories he won in 2025: Record of the Year, Song of … Read more

Drake’s Label Files Motion to Dismiss ‘Not Like Us’ Suit

Universal Music Group has filed a scathing motion to dismiss Drake‘s New York lawsuit against them for promoting Kendrick Lamar‘s “Not Like Us,” stating that he’s only suing because he “lost a rap battle” and took legal action to “salve his wounds.” The motion, filed earlier today and reviewed by Variety, took a cutting approach … Read more