Brand New GuyA tireless work ethic and long look in the mirror have turned Kevin Gates into both a selfless and successful rapper.Interview: Robby Seabrook IIIEditor’s Note: This story will appear in Continue Reading
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Worldwide SteppersLil Uzi Vert, Denzel Curry, 21 Savage, Kodak Black, Lil Yachty, G Herbo, Dave East, Anderson .Paak, Desiigner and Lil Dicky united as one for the 2016 XXL Freshman Continue Reading
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Nardo Wick is the new kid on the block. Short on words, the 20-year-old Jacksonville, Fla. native lets his monotone and matter-of-fact delivery of visceral street raps do most of Continue Reading
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Applying PressureAn in-depth look at how the 2021 XXL Freshmen fared in the rap game since their class debut.Words: Kemet HighEditor’s Note: This story will appear in the Summer 2022 issue Continue Reading
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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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The vocal pairing of John Legend and Muni Long on the new single “Honey” is absolutely brilliant! Welcome to the summer of your life with the sexy, silky, smooth r&b Continue Reading
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Legendary singer, songwriter, and producer Babyface and Ella Mai team up for the first time on their new single, “Keeps on Fallin,” just in time for summer, and it does Continue Reading
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North Dakota-born, Geaorgia-raised singer, and innovative R&B artist Elhae brings a unique sound to his new single ” Know,” and visualizer which released today via Motown Records. Set over a Continue Reading
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Motown Records, three-time Grammy Award- Winning R&B artist, and actor Ne-Yo puts forth a steaming hot new single “You Got The Body.” Ne-Yo is bringing the heat right from the Continue Reading
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Surprise! Chloe releases a new single “Surprise” after Beyonce’s and fans’ input along with an accompanying super sultry video. The track is co-produced by executive record producer and songwriter Scott Continue Reading
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Week after week, hip-hop never disappoints when it's time for new music to drop. This week, the biggest rapper on the planet returns with a surprise new LP, a spitter Continue Reading
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It was on a late August night in New York City in 1987, when hip-hop may have first lost its innocence. Almost 14 years to the day after DJ Kool Herc spun Continue Reading
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Life can offer twists and turns. But a commitment to goals can stabilize everything. Big Boss Vette wanted to be a rapper ever since she was a child and covered Continue Reading
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FX network shows Pose and American Horror Stories actor Dyllón Burnside returns with his first new music of 2022, the inspirational Pride-themed anthem “Superpowers.” “Superpowers” is written by Dyllón Burnside, Jeremy Dussolliet and Tim Sommers, with Continue Reading
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Producer and multi-instrumentalist SLMN (pr. SOLOMON) is back with his latest offering “Where Did You Go” with Kvn Rose ft. anders. The new track is an upbeat anthem that arrives Continue Reading
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The newest starting lineup of XXL-approved rising artists is here, as the 2022 XXL Freshman Class has finally been unveiled. This year, there are 12 promising prospects, including Nardo Wick, Doechii, Continue Reading
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Today (June 14), XXL has officially unveiled the 2022 XXL Freshman Class. The 2022 XXL Freshman Class includes rappers from across the U.S. Big30 and Big Scarr both serve up their raps Continue Reading
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When the rising rap talent of the mid-2000s—from Lupe Fiasco to Plies to Papoose—graced the 2007 cover of XXL Magazine, no one foresaw the "Leaders of the New School" tagline evolving Continue Reading
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No hindsight music unit displayed. Check back on this artist's individual launch date to see their interview, freestyle, ABCs and cypher. See Every Artist in the 2022 XXL Freshman Class Which rapper Continue Reading
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No hindsight music unit displayed. Check back on this artist's individual launch date to see their interview, freestyle, ABCs and cypher. See Every Artist in the 2022 XXL Freshman Class Which rapper Continue Reading
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