Rod Wave, The Game, Megan Thee Stallion and More – New Hip-Hop Projects This Week
August continues to pile on the heat with new hip-hop projects.
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New York To Officially Honor All Time Great Beastie Boys Album
After years of trying to get a Lower East Side intersection recognized by NYC, the cover of Paul's Boutique will now become a city landmark.
Here Are Hidden Messages on Hip-Hop Album Covers You May Have Missed
Kendrick, Em and Rico are just some of the rappers intriguing fans with their artwork.
The Best Instrument Solos You’ll Hear on Hip-Hop Songs
These instrument solos deserve a standing ovation.
Check Out Funny Voicemails on Hip-Hop Songs That Remind You to Hang Up Before the Beep
In case you needed a laugh...
Lil Baby, Pop Smoke, Travis Scott and More Nominated for 2021 Grammy Awards
The nominees for the biggest night in music are in.
Ty Dolla Sign, Joyner Lucas, Junglepussy and More: New Projects This Week
More new projects this week.
9 Times Rappers Changed Their Album Titles Following Backlash
XXL takes a look back at several albums with controversial titles that were changed.
These Rappers Love to Skateboard and Have the Skills to Prove Their Passion
From Lil Wayne to Tyler, The Creator and more, these rappers love to skateboard.
A Look at the Hip-Hop Events Happening During Coronavirus Quarantine
XXL takes a look at hip-hop events happening during the coronavirus pandemic.
50 of the Best Candy References in Hip-Hop
Welcome to the candy shop.
10 Biggest Rap Snubs in Grammy History
The Grammys have a checkered past with rap, and these are the most egregious hip-hop snubs in Grammys history.
Rolling Stone’s 20 Best Hip-Hop Covers
In recognition of the lengthy list of artists who preceded Future, here are the 20 best Rolling Stone hip-hop covers.
Russell Simmons Thinks the Beastie Boys Could Have Been Greater Than Eminem
"I'm sure that had Rick stayed with the Beastie Boys they would have been Eminem or greater."
Ghostwriters
Just when you thought Drake was the only big-name in hip-hop accused of relying on the next man's pen game, check out 10 Hip-Hop Songs You Probably Didn't Know Were Written by Another Rapper.
See Your Favorite Hip-Hop and R&B Album Covers Featuring Kittens
See your favorite hip-hop and R&B album covers featuring kittens and prepare to feel all fluffy inside.
Too Many Rappers
The Beastie Boys and Nas join forces for the visuals to their 2011 collaboration 'Too Many Rappers.' The video surfaces now, four years after the song debuted.
Rappers Then & Now
A side by side comparison of your favorite rappers' style back in the day to how they dress now.
Beastie Boys’ Copyright Infringement Trial Against Monster Underway
The Beastie Boys' copyright-infringement trial against Monster Energy Drink is underway.
Tibetan Monks Breakdance in Honor of MCA Day [VIDEO]
On Saturday (May 3), the 3rd annual MCA Day was held in New Yor to honor Beastie Boys rapper Adam "MCA" Yauch, who passed away on May 4, 2012 from cancer.
Beastie Boys Square Rejected By New York City Community Board
Beastie Boys Square may never see the light of day in New York City. A chance to name the intersection featured on the Beastie Boys' 1989 album cover, 'Paul's Boutique,' has been put to an end -- for now-- after the proposal was rejected on Tuesday (Jan. 28).
‘Beastie Boys Square’ Needs More Support to Become an Official New York City Location
Beastie Boys Square won't be a location on any New York City map anytime soon.
Beastie Boys Win
The legal tiff between toymaker Goldieblox and the surviving members of the Beastie Boys appears to be over. The California-based company has removed the group’s song 'Girls' from its video.