The FADER

Why are drug cartels stepping up their threats against corridos musicians?

In recent years, Peso Pluma and Natanael Cano have received death threats from singing corridos. The FADER speaks to Rafael Acosta Morales about the threats corridos musicians face from drug cartels.

music / Pop

Jennie’s solo debut album will feature Childish Gambino, Doechii, and more

Jennie will release her solo debut Ruby on March 7. Joining the BLACKPINK member on the album will be guests including Childish Gambino, Doechii, and Dua Lipa.

music / K-pop

A$AP Rocky, A$AP Relli, & the ongoing gun charges trial, explained

A$AP Rocky faces two gun charges after allegedly firing a gun at A$AP Relli in November 2021. Here’s what to know about the trial which began January 21, 2025.

music / Hip-Hop

Yung Lean announces new album Jonatan

'Jonatan,' Yung Lean's fifth studio album has been announced for release in spring 2025.

music / Hip-Hop

10 important lyrics from Mac Miller’s Balloonerism

The FADER breaks down lyrics from Mac Miller's posthumous album 'Balloonerism' including lines from "Funny Papers," "Rick's Piano," and more.

music / Hip-Hop

I raved for 12 hours at Tulum’s Day Zero festival. Here’s what I saw.

12 hours at a Tulum rave in the jungle

Read our scene report of Damian Lazarus’ Day Zero festival in Tulum, complete with a swimmable cenote and sets from Fatboy Slim, Major League Djz, and more.

music / Electronic

New Music Friday: Stream projects from Ela Minus, jasmine.4.t, and more

The FADER picks the best new albums to stream on New Music Friday, including Ela Minus, jasmine.4.t, and more.

music / Rock

Central Cee and 21 Savage join forces on the transatlantic “GBP”

Watch Central Cee and 21 Savage's "GBP" video. The song will appear on Central Cee's new album Can't Rush Greatness, due on January 24.

music / Hip-Hop

Billie Eilish, Lil Baby, Joni Mitchell, and more set for California FireAid fundraiser

FireAid, a fundraising event for victims of the L.A. wildfires, will take place on January 30 and will include appearances from Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Gracie Abrams, Lady Gaga, and more. See the full line-up and get details on how to watch from home.

music / Rock

Rap Blog: Lelo has a closetful of designer problems

Watch the music video for "Main Event" by Michigan rapper Lelo.

music / Hip-Hop

Lil Baby, Sexyy Red, 21 Savage, and many more to perform at Big Meech’s Welcome Home Concert

This February, Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory will be celebrated with a "Welcome Home Concert" featuring rappers like Lil Baby, Sexyy Red, 21 Savage, and many more.

music / Hip-Hop