An In-Depth Look at Sampling in Hip-Hop in 2023
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.
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These Are the Best Hip-Hop Producers of 2021
Hats off to a solid effort by these impactful producers.
Hip-Hop Reacts to the Death of Young Dolph
Dolph will be sorely missed.
Nick Mira Puts His Touch on the Beats for the 2021 XXL Freshman Class Cyphers
The Virginia-bred producer and Internet Money creative speaks on being the musical curator for the 2021 XXL Freshman Class.
Internet Money Champion the Artists Behind the Boards While Creating an Empire Bigger Than Themselves
As the go-to producer collective crafting beats for today’s hip-hop stars, Internet Money is championing the artists behind the boards while creating an empire bigger than themselves.
Here Are the Best Hip-Hop Producers of 2020
The best beat architects of 2020.
Here Are the Best Hip-Hop Beats Made by Respected Producers in the Game
XXL highlights the best hip-hop beats throughout rap's history from producers old and new.
Here Are 50 of the Greatest Producer Tags in Hip-Hop
Pi'erre Bourne, Tay Keith, Southside and more have some of the coolest producer tags in hip-hop.
50 of the Best Hip-Hop Producers of 2018
These beatmakers soundtracked your 2018 turn up.