Latin Pop Thrives, No Bieber Required

Latin Pop Thrives, No Bieber Required

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Lil Baby on Mental Health Struggles, Young Thug, Lil Durk & ‘Dead Fresh’

Ahead of his new album “Fresh,” out Nov. 6, the Atlanta rap superstar Lil Baby sat down with Joe and Jon to chat about the project — including his recent Pharrell-produced single “Dead Fresh” — and how it marks a new chapter for him as he expands from his regular circle of local ...  Show more

Billy Corgan Is Tired of Your ‘Mocking, Bullying, Laughing’

Billy Corgan, the frontman and creative engine of the 90s alt-rockers the Smashing Pumpkins, sat down with Joe and Jon for a frisky conversation about his personal and professional rebirth — including his passion for the emotional intensity of guitar rock; the passion with which ...  Show more

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