Jay-Z’s new docuseries starts tonight—how to stream ‘JAŸ-Z in 8’ on Sling

Jay-Z has spent more than three decades building one of the most influential careers in hip-hop, but his latest project is taking fans all the way back to where it started. The new eight-part docuseries “JAŸ-Z IN 8" airs the first two chapters tonight on Sling with HBO Max.

The rapper sits down with legendary producer Rick Rubin for a candid conversation about his childhood, songwriting process and the experiences that shaped both his music and career. Jay-Z has spent the better part of 2026 honoring his career, from anniversary shows at Yankee Stadium to several concerts in Los Angeles, Paris and more. Now, fans can go behind the music and hear from the rapper himself starting on Friday, Sept. 18.

Here's what you need to know to watch the eight-part docuseries on Jay-Z's storied career:

JAŸ-Z in 8 will air the first two chapters in this eight-part docuseries at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, Sept. 18 on HBO Max, which you can add on to your Sling Subscription. The subsequent six chapters will air every Friday, two at a time, until Friday, Oct. 9.

JAŸ-Z IN 8 features a candid and intimate conversation with JAŸ-Z and Rick Rubin. Jay-Z…

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