Biz Markie

Sampling in hip-hop has been going on since the genre’s inception, but in 2023, it’s been more prevalent than ever. XXL dives deep to discuss why everything sounds familiar.

Pushin' pen.

Read about how the hip-hop remix was created and how rappers like SpotemGottem are transforming the way the remix is viewed today.

Hip-hop's most in-demand jewelers tell the stories behind working with rap stars to create icy works of art that are completely unmatched.

The "Just a Friend" rapper has passed away.

Reports of Biz Markie's death are false.

Rest In Peace, Shock G.

These rap songs represent the best of times and the worst of times.

Everyone's gotta start somewhere.

Another debt collected.

Hip Hop Hooray!

Biz talked about the Juice Crew reunion and the uproar over Trump.

Somewhere in America, there's a frat house or some teenager blasting "Just a Friend." The song is just that timeless. We have its creator Biz Markie to thank for that. The rapper turns 51 today (April 8).

Topps, arguably the biggest baseball card company in the business, is releasing special cards featuring some of your favorite rappers, including 50 Cent, Macklemore and Biz Markie.

Memorable fails from Snoop Dogg, Ghostface Killah, Da Brat, Grandmaster Flash, Fabolous, Ice-T, Diddy and Foxy Brown, among others, prove good music isn't enough to steer clear of the fashion police. Check out 30 Awkward Style Moments in Hip-Hop.

My brain is back at it again!! The wheels are turning and I am wondering again! We are only a couple days away from the 1st day of Spring!! And I am wondering, if we will be able to celebrate once it hits!

Let's take a trip to Philly shall we?  How about on May 31st so we can check out the 7th Annual Roots Picnic? They have announced the line up for this year's Roots Picnic, and it is jam packed with musical goodness!