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Sony Music Publishing signs a global deal with BigXthaPlug, who has collaborated with stars like Post Malone, Jelly Roll, ...

BigXthaPlug signed to Sony Music Publishing. The deal was announced ahead of the Texas-born hip-hop artist's "Take Care" tour through the U.S.

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Clipse and Tyler, the Creatorenjoy a creepy meal with some furry animatronics in the new "P.O.V." music video.