Rappers on the BET Awards Red CarpetRappers on the BET Awards Red CarpetIce Spice, 4batz, Gunna and more get their ’fits off. Georgette ClineGeorgette Cline
How Navigating Life on Social Media Gets Complicated in Hip-HopHow Navigating Life on Social Media Gets Complicated in Hip-HopHere's a look at how navigating life online and the pressure it brings gets complicated in hip-hop. XXL StaffXXL Staff
Rappers Who Claim to Be in the IlluminatiRappers Who Claim to Be in the IlluminatiThe Eye of Providence plays a huge role in these rappers' lives. Natalee GilbertNatalee Gilbert
Every Rapper on BET Red CarpetEvery Rapper on BET Red CarpetHere is who fans can expect to see.Mackenzie Cummings-GradyMackenzie Cummings-Grady
The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This WeekThe 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This WeekWhole lotta bangers.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
September 2023 New Music ReleasesSeptember 2023 New Music ReleasesThe end of summer doesn't mean the end of good music.Mackenzie Cummings-GradyMackenzie Cummings-Grady
Vic Admits Dissing Drake Was a MistakeVic Admits Dissing Drake Was a MistakeThis man spittin'.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
June 2023 New Music Releases June 2023 New Music Releases June coming in hot with new drops. Joey EchJoey Ech
Lil Durk Covers XXL Magazine’s Spring 2023 IssueLil Durk Covers XXL Magazine’s Spring 2023 IssueLil Durk covers XXL magazine’s Spring 2023 issue and gives an exclusive interview about new album, seven kids, Jay-Z's memorable words, India Royale and more.Georgette ClineGeorgette Cline
Here Are the XXL Awards 2023 NomineesHere Are the XXL Awards 2023 NomineesThe XXL Awards 2023 nominees and new board members have arrived.XXL StaffXXL Staff
Here’s a Calculated Look at 15 Years of XXL Freshman By The NumbersHere’s a Calculated Look at 15 Years of XXL Freshman By The NumbersAll 15 XXL Freshman classes have put some serious numbers on the board.Joey EchJoey Ech
Curren$y and The Alchemist, Big K.R.I.T., Yeat and More – New Projects This WeekCurren$y and The Alchemist, Big K.R.I.T., Yeat and More – New Projects This WeekMore heaters this week.C. Vernon Coleman IIC. Vernon Coleman II
February 2022 New Music ReleasesFebruary 2022 New Music ReleasesAnother month of music drops.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
Vic Mensa Arrested on Felony Drug Charge – ReportVic Mensa Arrested on Felony Drug Charge – ReportVic Mensa was taken into custody at Virginia's Dulles International Airport.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
Rick Ross Does His Own Crate Challenge – WatchRick Ross Does His Own Crate Challenge – WatchRoss did the crate challenge his way.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
Here Are Hidden Messages on Hip-Hop Album Covers You May Have MissedHere Are Hidden Messages on Hip-Hop Album Covers You May Have MissedKendrick, Em and Rico are just some of the rappers intriguing fans with their artwork.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
These Are the Best Space Jam References in Hip-HopThese Are the Best Space Jam References in Hip-HopHoop, there it is.Kemet HighKemet High
Young Dolph and Key Glock, Rod Wave, Vic Mensa and More – New Projects This WeekYoung Dolph and Key Glock, Rod Wave, Vic Mensa and More – New Projects This WeekPlenty of new music to listen to as spring gets underway.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
These Rappers Have No Problem Shooting Their Shot at Celebrity Crushes in LyricsThese Rappers Have No Problem Shooting Their Shot at Celebrity Crushes in LyricsMegan Thee Stallion, Drake, Yo Gotti and more have tried shooting their shot in their lyrics.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
The 13 Best New Songs This WeekThe 13 Best New Songs This WeekThe summer's almost over, but the new jams aren't.Robby Seabrook IIIRobby Seabrook III
Nas, Lecrae, Mulatto and More: New Projects This WeekNas, Lecrae, Mulatto and More: New Projects This WeekComeback season in full effect. Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
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Here Are Unforgettable Words of Advice That Rappers Took From Their FathersHere Are Unforgettable Words of Advice That Rappers Took From Their FathersMajor keys from your favorite rappers' fathers.Kemet HighKemet High
Rappers Participate in Protests for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and MoreRappers Participate in Protests for George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and MoreRappers are standing up for George Floyd.Aleia WoodsAleia Woods
Vic Mensa Arrested for Felony Possession of Brass Knuckles: ReportVic Mensa Arrested for Felony Possession of Brass Knuckles: ReportVic caught slippin. C. Vernon Coleman IIC. Vernon Coleman II
Vic Mensa Believes Jay-Z Will Get Colin Kaepernick Back Into NFLVic Mensa Believes Jay-Z Will Get Colin Kaepernick Back Into NFLVic Mensa speaks.Trent FitzgeraldTrent Fitzgerald
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