Robyn has popped up here and there with new music over the past few years, but it’s been a while since her latest album, 2018’s Honey (which itself was Robyn’s first album since 2010’s Body Talk). There was some excitement…
The start of a new year tends to be a bit of a slow period in the music world; After a relaxing holiday season, it takes a moment for artists to wake up. Not multi-talented icon Bruno Mars: This week,…
NBA star Kyrie Irving spent $11,001 for LaRussell’s new album as the rapper aims to sell 100,000 copies independently. On Jan. 1, Bay Area rapper announced he was selling his new album, Something’s in the Water, with no label support,…
6ix9ine has turned himself in to begin his three-month sentence for violating his supervised release. On Tuesday (Jan. 6), Tekashi surrendered to the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., where he will spend the next roughly 90 days. 6ix9ine turning…
She WillKenTheMan pursued her vision and achieved success. After a major tour and the release of her debut album in 2025, she continues to build on her achievements.Interview: Georgette ClineEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Fall 2025 issue of XXL Magazine,…
Bruno Mars has been as busy and successful as anybody lately. He had two huge singles in 2024 with the Rosé collaboration “APT.” and the Lady Gaga duet “Die With A Smile.” In 2021, he and Anderson .Paak formed the…
We’re just a few days into 2026, but this year’s festival landscape is already starting to take shape: Today (January 6), Governors Ball organizers announced the 2026 lineup. The festival runs from June 5 to 7 at Flushing Meadows Corona…
YNW Melly’s witness tampering case is scheduled to go to trial in a few weeks. On Monday (Jan. 5), the Florida rapper appeared in Broward County Court for a motion hearing. During Monday’s hearing, both sides filed motions as to what…
Back in June 2025, there were reports that BTS were preparing their long-awaited comeback for March 2026. It turns out the reports were accurate: Over the weekend, BTS announced they are set to release a new album, the name of…
Imagine the excitement of seeing your favorite artists on the red carpet or walking on stage to accept the music’s most important award at Crypto Arena in Los Angeles, California on February 1. We’re making this dream a reality with…