Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

BENTONVILLE --Reese Sullivan's alter-ego landed him in jail recently by rapping with lyrics police considered threatening, his attorney said. Ken Paulsen, director of the Free Speech Center at Middle ...

What came first, the chicken or the egg? I often ask myself similar questions but with words or rap music. Do I love words because of rap music or rap music because of the words? I’m 44 and no closer ...

He’s getting a second chance to beat the rap. A Brooklyn man convicted of helping a killer pull off a 2016 shooting will get ...

BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A song appearing to include the teen awaiting sentencing after being convicted of voluntary manslaughter in connection to Timothy Reynolds’ death is raising questions. A post to ...

As an accomplished American singer, Rod Wave is renowned for his emotionally charged singing style and melodic voice. He uses real-life struggles and heartfelt lyrics to connect with his audience. He ...

On the afternoon of March 16th, 2017, aspiring rapper Anthony Murillo stood to hear the jury’s verdict – the culmination of a weeklong trial in which prosecutors argued that he had used a rap song to ...

Chris Brown is a renowned singer, songwriter, and dancer recognized for his smooth vocals and energetic performances. He began his music career as a teenager and quickly gained fame with hits such as ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury on Monday found that Katy Perry’s 2013 hit “Dark Horse” improperly copied a 2009 Christian rap song in a unanimous decision that represented a rare takedown of a pop ...