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Drake smashes UK chart record with three new albums in top ten

The records are Drake’s first releases since his headline-making feud with US rapper Kendrick Lamar

The Independent UK

6ix9ine Says Drake's Humiliation and Lil Durk's Arrest Are 'God's Revenge' for Dissing Him

Rapper 6ix9ine claims Drake's backlash and Lil Durk's legal troubles are divine retribution for dissing him in their 2020 song 'Laugh Now Cry Later', sparking debate in hip-hop circles.

International Business Times UK

Drake wins, whether we like it or not

Drake's overlong, petty trilogy is the perfect soundtrack to the “no one asked for this” era

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Drake sets 2026 streaming record, almost doubling figures for Kendrick’s latest album

‘Iceman’ is the most streamed-album in a single day of 2026 so far

The Independent UK

Drake’s Iceman Cover Gets MAGA Treatment from The White House

Drake’s cover for Iceman got a MAGA palette swap straight from The White House. And, it’s more “Twitter fingers” from the federal government. The rapper released a staggering 3 albums to close out this week. Iceman, Maid of Honor and Habibti. It’s an interesting strategy from the Canadian performer coming…

The Mary Sue

Spotify Caught Lying About Drake's Record; BTS' 'Swim' Reigns Supreme With 14.6M Streams

Spotify corrected a data error, confirming BTS's 'Swim' holds the 2026 streaming record, not Drake's 'Make Them Cry'. The mistake highlights the importance of accurate chart data.

International Business Times UK

Who did drake diss in his new album? Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z and more

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All the people Drake shades on his three new albums, from Kendrick Lamar to LeBron James

The Canadian star’s new music is packed full of dismissive references to the likes of A$AP Rocky, J.Cole and Dr Dre

The Independent UK

"Handin' out turkeys on camera inside of your hood, then you go back to the hills”: Drake stokes Kendrick Lamar feud once more on one of three new albums

They end up breaking streaming services

MusicRadar

Drake Drops Three Secret Albums Packed With Savage Disses Targeting Rihanna, DJ Khaled And Kendrick Lamar

Drake has quietly released three albums — Iceman, Habibti and Maid of Honour — featuring lyrical jabs at Rihanna, DJ Khaled and Kendrick Lamar, sparking fan debate.

International Business Times UK

Is Drake Taking A Page Out of Taylor Swift's Book? Rapper Drops 3 Surprise Albums With Easter Egg Covers

Drake's surprise 43-song triple album release fuels speculation over a 'bot farm' diss track allegation, Easter egg visuals, and lingering tension from his Kendrick Lamar beef aftermath.

International Business Times UK

Did Drake Just Diss DJ Khaled in New Song 'Make Them Pay'? 'Your People Are Still Waiting for Free Palestine'

Drake's new track 'Make Them Pay' criticises DJ Khaled's silence on Palestine, sparking intense debate and highlighting tensions in the music industry.

International Business Times UK

Drake releases three new albums...all on the same day

Canadian musician Drake, 39, has simultaneously released three new albums titled Iceman, Maid Of Honour and Habibti, marking his first album release since 2023's For All the Dogs. The albums were accompanied by a stream of new music videos for tracks such as Janice STFU and Burning Bridges, and feature…

The Independent UK

Drake can still produce gold. So why does he insist on being such a loser?

COMMENT: The Canadian star has returned two years after his smackdown by Kendrick Lamar with no less than three new albums, all released on the same day. Listening to this mixed bag of tracks, Roisin O’Connor is exasperated by his insistence on being his own worst enemy

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Drake New Album 2026: Will 'Iceman' Features Reveal Who Sided With Kendrick?

Drake prepares to release his new album, Iceman, after his widely perceived loss to Kendrick Lamar, in what many see as a crucial test of his relevance in hip-hop.

Evening Standard

Drake releases three new albums at once

The 39-year old Canadian musician, known for One Dance and God’s Plan, released a trio of records, Iceman, Maid Of Honour and Habibti, on Friday.

The Independent UK

After the Kendrick Lamar beef, can Drake come back with 'Iceman'?

A new album from Drake is nearly here

International Business Times UK

Is Kendrick Lamar Going Independent? Reddit Fans Spot Strange Change to 'Not Like Us' Upload

Kendrick Lamar's album 'GNX' and related videos temporarily disappeared from streaming platforms, sparking speculation about his future with Interscope Records. No official explanation has been provided.

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Is Karol G in Drake's Next Album? Leaks of 'ICEMAN' Include the Colombian Artist in the List of Surprise Cameos

Discover the latest updates and rumored collaborations ahead of the release of Drake's upcoming album, ICEMAN, dropping May 15, as insiders reveal that it features Future, Molly Santana, and Karol G.

The Independent UK

Super Bowl halftime performer who ran with protest flag found guilty of resisting an officer

A performer who disrupted Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime performance has been found guilty of resisting an officer

International Business Times UK

Are There Any Changes in Kendrick Lamar's Re-Uploaded 'Not Like Us' and 'Luther' Videos?

Kendrick Lamar's music videos for 'Not Like Us' and 'Luther' were unexpectedly removed and re-uploaded on YouTube, sparking fan theories about licensing, strategy, and technical errors.

Euronews

Drake’s ICEMAN album stunt explained: Flamethrowers, fan frenzy and a hidden release date

A giant sculpture in downtown Toronto, created as part of Drake’s promotional rollout for his upcoming album ICEMAN, quickly spiralled into chaos after fans discovered the album’s release date was hidden inside it.

International Business Times UK

Drake Triggers Debate After Spotify's 'Most Streamed Artists Ever' List; Taylor Swift Still No. 1

Spotify's 20th-anniversary list crowns Taylor Swift and Drake as the most streamed artists ever, highlighting their enduring popularity and influence in the music industry.

International Business Times UK

Toronto Fire Department Melts Down Drake's ICEMAN Structure For His Album Stint Over Safety Concerns

Toronto fire crews dismantled a large ice installation linked to Drake's album rollout due to safety concerns over its stability in warming temperatures.

The Independent UK

Drake’s ostentatious album stunt sparks chaos in Toronto

Rapper’s new album, ‘Iceman,’ is out next month

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