Hip-hop and R&B are making major waves this week with much-anticipated album announcements and milestone anniversaries. Cardi B has officially unveiled her upcoming sophomore album, Am I The Drama?, dropping on September 19, seven years after her debut, promising new singles like “Outside” and “Imaginary Players” with a mix of surprise features as reported by XXL Mag. Ye is also in the spotlight, gearing up to release his long-teased Bully album on September 26. Ty Dolla $ign just dropped his latest solo project, Tycoon, on September 12—it’s his first solo effort since 2020 and features 15 tracks, continuing his momentum following two recent joint albums with Ye, also according to XXL Mag.

Looking back, today marks some significant anniversaries and birthdays in music history. Nas, the legendary Queens MC behind Illmatic, was born on this day in 1973, which V 101.9 WBAV notes as a moment that changed lyrical rap forever. Amy Winehouse, another genre-defining artist blending R&B and soul, was also born on September 14, 1983. Additionally, the very first MTV Video Music Awards took place on this date in 1984, representing a pivotal moment for music videos and pop culture recognition.

In the classic rock world, Ultimate Classic Rock highlights September releases from major acts, including Ghost’s Skeleta, Dream Theater’s Parasomnia, Jethro Tull’s Curious Ruminant, and a new record from The Darkness, keeping the spotlight on veteran artists as the season shifts. A notable story from American Songwriter reflects on Jon Bon Jovi’s early career hustle, reminding listeners how foundational record deals shaped the era of arena rock bands.

The global music scene is buzzing too, with Nigerian star Adekunle Gold announcing his new album Fuji during an interview with ABC News Live, further underscoring the international reach of Afrobeat and crossover genres this year. For fans of experimental pop, Metacritic is tracking anticipated autumn releases, including FKA twigs’ EUSEXUA Afterglow slated for later in September.

The festival calendar is expanding as Zamna Bali 2025 prepares for an electronic music takeover in Indonesia, promising a blend of immersive experiences and cutting-edge DJ sets, as detailed by Travel and Tour World—an event sure to draw a global audience looking for fresh sounds and lush escapes.

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