The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This Week
Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand-new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be really difficult to stay aware of what's out and also Continue Reading
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Eminem, Jim Jones and Maino, Millyz and More – New Hip-Hop Projects This Week
Another dose of hip-hop projects has arrived. This go-round, we get the 20th anniversary deluxe album from hip-hop's best-selling artist, a collab project from two New York City mainstays, a Continue Reading
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Exclusive Interview: Grammy Winner Naomi Raine-x-Drops Solo Debut Single “Not Ready”
Naomi Raine is best known as one of the breakout stars from GRAMMY® Award-Winning supergroup, Maverick City Music. Whether songwriting, singing or playing the guitar, she has always found it Continue Reading
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Grammy-nominated artist Aloe Blacc Celebrates The Godfather’s 50th Anniversary with New Single “Mercy The GodFather Mix”
As part of the ongoing celebration of the 50th anniversary of “THE GODFATHER “this year, Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and activist Aloe Blacc has released a new original composition incorporating Continue Reading
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Doin’ Lines With RZA – Wants to Work With Dr. Dre, Opening Chess Move and Key to Happiness
Doin' LinesRZA fills in the blanks.Interview: Aleia WoodsEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. 1. I wish I would have directed Malcolm Continue Reading
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Rising Star Malachii delivers debut EP ” The Ascension”
Rising singer, songwriter, and producer Malachii comes out the door swinging on his sonically, and one could even say, “perfect pitch” on his debut EP titled “Ascension” which was released Continue Reading
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A Look at the Biggest Hip-Hop Stars and Their Recent Ghostwriters
The ghostwriting debate in hip-hop is always healthy. Some artists and fans alike think that having writing help discredits the overall product. On his 2015 track, "King Kunta," Kendrick Lamar Continue Reading
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Morray Breaks Down the Truth of His Song ‘Still Here’
Train of ThoughtMorray on "Still Here" featuring CordaeInterview: Robby Seabrook IIIEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. “Just reminiscin’ ’bout the Continue Reading
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Sleepy Hallow to Flex New Flows and Vibes on Next Album
Show & Prove: Sleepy HallowWords: Kemet HighEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. There’s a war on drill music going on. Continue Reading
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Saucy Santana Thinks He Was Ahead of His Time With Viral Hit ‘Material Girl’
Define MeInterview: Kemet HighEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. When it comes to the rap game, Saucy Santana, 28, has Continue Reading
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June 2022 New Music Releases
The first half of 2022 is almost over and the last several weeks have provided us with some big-name releases from artists like Pusha-T, Future, Jack Harlow and Kendrick Lamar. Continue Reading
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Here Are Rappers You Didn’t Realize Were Related
Rappers often talk about the importance of brotherhood and sisterhood in their lyrics. Sometimes it's not literal, but on the flip side, there are plenty of rappers you didn't know Continue Reading
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The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This Week
Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand-new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be really difficult to stay aware of what's out and also Continue Reading
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Dreezy, Boldy James and Real Bad Man, Lil Gnar and More – New Hip-Hop Projects This Week
As another week comes to a close, new music releases are rolling all the way in. This time, a Chicago spitter drops an LP in collaboration with one of the Continue Reading
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Jacquees Drops Hot New Single “Say Yea”
Jacquees never misses. The single “Say Yea” out now can definitely become the summer anthem for all the smooth talkers, as he puts its several times throughout the lyrics “I Continue Reading
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Rising Star Kendy X Drops EP and Unveils Official Video for Single “Options”
Rising artist Kendy X is touching the top with her highly anticipated debut EP titled “Misplaced” which hit the airwaves on 4/29. And today (5/19) the singer-songwriter unveils a new Continue Reading
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SSGKobe Plans to Keep the People Invested With Upcoming U4EYA Album
Show & Prove: SSGKobeWords: Kathy IandoliEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. Louisiana is known for its rich, soulful roots, as Continue Reading
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Here Are 7 Rappers Who Accused Other Rappers of Stealing Their Sound
It’s hard for anything in music to be fully original, but sometimes, a shared sound between artists is far too identical. More often than not, rappers call out other rappers Continue Reading
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Nardo Wick’s Next Album Is on the Way and He’s Got Lil Baby’s Advice in Mind
Show & Prove: Nardo WickWords: Georgette ClineEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. Twenty years ago, Clipse’s “Grindin’” was the soundtrack Continue Reading
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Kali’s Coming and She’s Here to Stay
Show & Prove: KaliWords: Grant RindnerEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. Booming, minimalist, with a brilliantly simple call-and-response hook, Kali’s 2021 Continue Reading
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