The Best Rock Urban Hip Hop Music Compilation of 2015

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This is the best rock urban hip hop music compilation of 2015. It features some of the biggest names in the genre, and it’s sure to get your head nodding.

The best rock songs of 2015

It’s been a great year for rock music, with a wide variety of artists and bands releasing some truly outstanding tracks. This year’s selection of the best rock songs reflects the diversity of the genre, with everything from classic rock to urban hip hop represented. Here are our picks for the best rock songs of 2015.

The best urban songs of 2015

The best urban songs of 2015 had a little bit of everything. There were politically charged anthems, party-ready bangers, heart-wrenching ballads, and even a few surprises. We saw the return of some veteran MCs, the rise of some new stars, and the evolution of some already established artists. In short, it was a great year for hip hop.

Here are our picks for the best urban songs of 2015:

Kendrick Lamar – “Alright”
Kendrick Lamar reminded us that despite all the darkness and struggle in the world, we will be “alright”. The song became an anthem for the Black Lives Matter movement, and its ominous yet uplifting message resonated with people all over the world.

Drake – “Hotline Bling”
Drake dropped a surprise mixtape in February of 2015, and “Hotline Bling” was the stand-out track. The song was catchy, seductive, and had everyone doing their best Drake impression on social media.

Big Sean feat. E-40 – “I Don’t F**k With You”
Big Sean put his ex-girlfriend on blast with this catchy diss track. The song was an instant hit, and it cemented Big Sean’s place as one of the most respected rappers in the game.

Kanye West – “All Day”
Kanye West had a busy year in 2015, but he still found time to drop this banger featuring Paul McCartney on hooks. The song was produced by French Montana and Wiz Khalifa collaborator Pierre Bourne, and it sounds like nothing else that came out this year.

The best hip hop songs of 2015

In 2015, the best hip hop songs came from a variety of artists, including Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Drake, and Fetty Wap. These artists brought their own unique flavor to the hip hop genre, and each had multiple hits that topped the charts.

The best rock albums of 2015

2015 was a great year for rock music, with a wide variety of different styles and genres represented. Here are some of the best rock albums of 2015, according to critics:

-Anohni, “Hopelessness”
-Beyoncé, “Lemonade”
-David Bowie, “Blackstar”
-Deafheaven, “New Bermuda”
-Death Grips, “The Powers That B”
-Drake, “If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late”
-Advertisement Father John Misty, “I Love You, Honeybear”
– Grimes, “Art Angels”
-Kendrick Lamar, “To Pimp a Butterfly”
-lambchop, “Flotus”
-Nicolas Jaar, “Sirens”
-Oneohtrix Point Never, “Garden of Delete”
-Run the Jewels, “!Run the Jewels 3

The best urban albums of 2015

Urban music is a term created to describe music with strong African American influences, including but not limited to hip hop, R&B, soul and funk. While the genre is often associated with negative stereotypes, there are many urban artists who are using their platform to create positive and uplifting messages.

Here are our picks for the best urban albums of 2015:

-Kendrick Lamar – To Pimp a Butterfly
-D’Angelo and The Vanguard – Black Messiah
-Vince Staples – Summertime ’06
-Big Sean – Dark Sky Paradise
-Death Grips – The Powers That B

The best hip hop albums of 2015

There were a lot of great hip hop albums released in 2015, but these are the 20 that really stood out. From Kendrick Lamar to Vince Staples, these are the records that defined the genre this year.

The best rock artists of 2015

In 2015, many artists broke onto the rock music scene and established themselves as some of the best in the genre. These artists bring a fresh perspective to rock music and have revitalized the genre. Here are some of the best rock artists of 2015.

The 1975
The 1975 is a British rock band that formed in 2002. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Matthew Healy, bassist Ross MacDonald, drummer George Daniel, and keyboardist Adam Hann. The band’s debut album, “The 1975,” was released in 2013 and reached number one on the UK Albums Chart. The band’s second album, “I Like It When You Sleep for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It,” was released in 2016 and reached number one on the UK Albums Chart and number three on the US Billboard 200.

Halsey
Halsey is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She gained attention after she was featured on The Chainsmokers’ single “Closer.” Her debut album, “Badlands,” was released in 2015 and debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200. Halsey’s second album, “Hopeless Fountain Kingdom,” was released in 2017 and debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.

PVRIS
PVRIS is an American rock band from Lowell, Massachusetts. The band consists of lead vocalist Lyndsey Gunnulfsen, guitarist Alex Babinski, and bassist Brian Macdonald. PVRIS’ debut album, “White Noise,” was released in 2014 and reached number five on the US Billboard Top Alternative Albums chart. PVRIS’ second album, “All We Know of Heaven All We Need of Hell,” was released in 2017 and reached number one on the US Billboard Top Alternative Albums chart.

Foals
Foals is a British rock band from Oxford, England. The band consists of lead vocalist Yannis Philippakis, guitarist Jimmy Smith, bassist Edwin Congreave, drummer Jack Bevan, and keyboardist Walter Gervers. Foals’ debut album, “Antidotes,” was released in 2008 and reached number three on the UK Albums Chart. Foals’ fifth album, “What Went Down,” was released in 2015 and reached number two on the UK Albums Chart.

The best urban artists of 2015

In 2015, the top urban artists came from a variety of musical backgrounds, including rock, hip hop, and R&B. These artists represent the best of what the genre has to offer, and they are sure to keep your feet moving all night long.

The best urban artists of 2015 include:

– Kendrick Lamar: Kendrick Lamar is a hip hop artist from Compton, California. He is one of the most successful and acclaimed rappers of his generation, and his album To Pimp a Butterfly was one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed albums of 2015. Kendrick Lamar is a master of wordplay and lyrical prowess, and he is able to weave together stories of personal struggle and social commentary with ease.

– D’Angelo: D’Angelo is an R&B singer, songwriter, and producer from Richmond, Virginia. He rose to prominence in the mid-1990s with his debut album Brown Sugar, which topped the R&B charts and went on to sell over two million copies. D’Angelo’s follow-up album Voodoo was even more successful, winning multiple Grammy Awards and cementing his place as one of the best urban artists of all time. In 2015, D’Angelo released Black Messiah, his first album in fourteen years. The album was met with critical acclaim, and it cemented D’Angelo’s place as one of the greatest R&B singers of our time.

– Janelle Monae: Janelle Monae is an R&B singer, songwriter, and actress from Kansas City, Kansas. She came to prominence in 2010 with her debut album The ArchAndroid, which received critical acclaim and sold over one million copies worldwide. In 2015, Janelle Monae released her third album Dirty Computer. The album was met with rave reviews from critics, who praised its blend of R&B, funk, pop, and hip hop sounds.

– Mark Ronson: Mark Ronson is a DJ, producer, songwriter from London, England. He first gained fame in the early 2000s for his work with a variety of artists including Amy Winehouse and Lily Allen. In 2014, Mark Ronson released his fourth studio album Uptown Special. The album was led by the single “Uptown Funk” featuring Bruno Mars, which became one of the biggest hits of all time. In 2015 Mark Ronson won multiple Grammy Awards for his work on Uptown Special including Record of the Year for “Uptown Funk”

The best hip hop artists of 2015

In 2015, we saw the continuation of a number of outstanding hip hop artists, as well as the rise of some new talents. Here are our picks for the best hip hop artists of 2015.

1. Kendrick Lamar
Kendrick Lamar is one of the most successful hip hop artists of the past few years, and 2015 was no different. He released his third studio album, “To Pimp a Butterfly,” to critical acclaim, and it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Lamar also went on a successful world tour in support of the album.

2. Drake
Drake had another big year in 2015, releasing his fourth studio album, “Views,” which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. He also toured extensively in support of the album, and won several awards, including two Grammy Awards.

3. Chance the Rapper
Chance the Rapper is an up-and-coming hip hop artist who had a breakout year in 2015. He released his debut mixtape, “Acid Rap,” to critical acclaim, and followed it up with an appearance on “Saturday Night Live.” He also toured extensively throughout the year.

4. J Cole
J Cole released his third studio album, “2014 Forest Hills Drive,” in 2014, but it continued to gain popularity in 2015. The album was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and received several awards and nominations. Cole also went on a world tour in support of the album.

5. Big Sean
Big Sean released his second studio album, “Dark Sky Paradise,” in early 2015, and it debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The album was certified platinum by the RIAA and received positive reviews from critics. Sean also went on a successful world tour in support of the album.

The best rock, urban, and hip hop music of 2015

There was a lot of great music released in 2015, so it was tough to narrow it down to just 10 albums. But we did it! Here are our picks for the best rock, urban, and hip hop albums of 2015.

1. Kendrick Lamar – To Pimp a Butterfly
2. Tame Impala – Currents
3. D’Angelo and the Vanguard – Black Messiah
4. Courtney Barnett – Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit
5. Viet Cong – Viet Cong
6. Sleater-Kinney – No Cities to Love
7. Jamie xx – In Colour
8. Vince Staples – Summertime ’06
9. Big Sean – Dark Sky Paradise
10. Drake – If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late

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