DAMN.

It’s a scattered, raw, honest approach to the scenes playing out in Lamar’s head and beyond.

As we edge closer to finals season, you may find yourself in need of something to listen to while you’re hard at work. Take this quiz to find the Kendrick Lamar album that’s perfect for your taste!

The music industry is experiencing a blossoming revolution –– one completely unlike the style shifts that have come before it and vastly more important.

The Pulitzer Prize jury awarded Kendrick Lamar’s "DAMN." with its award for music. This award will change how mainstream culture sees the art of rap music.

While American politics may continue to divide, music in 2017 amplified oft-marginalized voices, providing a glimmer of hope, however small, for 2018.

Across all genres, 2017 has seen some new breakouts and returning heavyweights tackle the roiling social and political climate this year has brought — or help us escape it.

This year’s Record of the Year category may come as a surprise to some, featuring the funky, groovy “Redbone” and “The Story Of O.J.”

Kendrick Lamar’s performance at the Staples Center isn’t so much of a culmination for me as it is a milestone.

Legends like Hans Zimmer and Kendrick Lamar are certain to draw massive crowds, but they aren't the only artists taking over next week.