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    DJ Khaled, Major Key © Epic
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    DJ Khaled Delivers Plenty of Hits on ‘Major Key’

    DJ Khaled received a lift from buzz singles promoting his latest album, ‘Major Key’, a star-studded affair featuring Drake, JAY Z, Kendrick Lamar & others.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 9, 2016 ago
    DJ Khaled, Major Key © Epic
    Columns

    Billboard: DJ Khaled Dethrones Drake for No. 1

    DJ Khaled halts Drake’s historic run with ‘Views.’ ‘Major Key’ gives DJ Khaled his first no. 1 on the Billboard 200.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 8, 2016 ago
    Sia, This Is Acting © RCA
    Columns

    Hot 100 Jewels: Sia and Those ‘Cheap Thrills’ the ‘One’ to Beat

    For a second consecutive week, Sia – with the help of reggae artist Sean Paul – holds the no. 1 spot on the Hot 100 with “Cheap Thrills.”

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 3, 2016 ago
    Gucci Mane, Everybody Looking © Atlantic
    Columns

    BB Grooves: Gucci Mane Has ‘Everybody Looking’ at No. 2

    Despite a strong showing (contextually) from southern rapper Gucci Mane (Everybody Looking), Drake (Views) remains at no. 1 on the Billboard 200.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 3, 2016 ago
    Gucci Mane, Everybody Looking © Atlantic
    Columns

    Billboard: Gucci Mane ‘Everybody Looking’ Debuts at No. 2

    Despite a “valiant” effort from recently freed rapper Gucci Mane (Everybody Looking), Drake (Views) remains at no. 1 on the Billboard 200.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsAugust 1, 2016 ago
    NEEDTOBREATHE, H A R D L O V E © Atlantic
    Columns

    BB Grooves: NEEDTOBREATHE Takes ‘HARDLOVE’ to No. 2

    In news that will shock no one, Drake spends his 11th week at no. 1 with ‘Views.’ Who is the victim of being stuck behind Drizzy this week? NEEDTOBREATHE.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 27, 2016 ago
    Drake, Views [📷: Cash Money]
    Columns

    Billboard 200: Drake Spends 11th Week at No. 1

    Drake won’t be stopped. For an 11th nonconsecutive week, Views sits at no. 1, holding off NEEDTOBREATHE (HARDLOVE) from the top spot.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 25, 2016 ago
    ScHoolboy Q, Blank Face LP © Interscope
    Columns

    BB Grooves: ScHoolboy Q Settles for No. 2 on Billboard 200

    In a slow sales week, Drake (‘Views’) reclaims no. 1 on the Billboard 200. Schoolboy Q’s fourth album, ‘Blank Face LP’, settles for no. 2.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2016 ago
    French Montana, MC4 © Epic
    Music

    French Montana, No Shopping | Track Review 🎵

    French Montana delivers a banger with “No Shopping.” Problem is, He’s too selfless, allowing Drake to take over the spotlight.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 19, 2016 ago
    ScHoolboy Q, Blank Face LP © Interscope
    Music

    Drake Reclaims No. 1 on Billboard 200, ScHoolboy Q No. 2

    After “taking a week off,” Drake returns to his rightful spot – atop the Billboard 200. As for ScHoolboy Q, the West Coast MC settles for no. 2.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 18, 2016 ago
    Blink-182, California © BMG Rights Management
    Columns

    BB Grooves: Blink-182 Take ‘Cali’ To The Penthouse

    Blink-182 takes California to no. 1 on the Billboard 200 after nine long, arduous weeks with Drake’s ‘Views’ reigning supreme.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 13, 2016 ago
    Jidenna, Little Bit More - Single © Epic
    Music

    Jidenna, Little Bit More | Track Review 🎵

    Jidenna follows up “Classic Man” with “Little Bit More.” “Little Bit More” has some of the underpinnings of a hit, it’s lukewarm at best.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsJuly 12, 2016 ago

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