August is closing out strong on the music tip. This week, one of New York’s dopest MCs comes through with his first album since 2022, Buffalo’s king curator doubles back with a sequel, a Cali rapper with Southern roots puts a…
Cardi B is on trial for a civil case where she is accused of assaulting a security guard while pregnant with her first child in 2018. Cardi B Faces Trial for Alleged Assault On Monday (Aug. 25), Cardi’s trial began…
Offset opens up about the reasons his marriage to Cardi B was in shambles and ended in divorce on his new album, Kiari. Offset Addresses Fail Marriage to Cardi B On Friday (Aug. 22), the former Migos member released his…
With another work week coming to an end, it’s time to press play on the latest hip-hop offerings. This week, a former Migos member puts out his latest solo LP, a popular Midwest rapper delivers his unrestrained new offering, an…
The second Young Dolph murder trial has ended in a not guilty verdict. Man Prosecutors Say Masterminded Young Dolph’s Murder Gets Off On Thursday (Aug. 21), the trial wrapped up for Hernandez Govan, the person accused of being the middleman…
Top of My GameAfter beating down the block and throwing bows, Monaleo aims to save lives with her message of resilience.Interview: Kyle EusticeEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Summer 2025 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale…
With over 30 years in the rap game, most of which have been spent with the Cash Money Records army, Juvenile is a seasoned veteran. The 50-year-old rapper is still in the field. Having reinvigorated his career with a viral Tiny Desk performance last…
The only woman charged for the 2024 murder of Florida rapper Foolio is set to stand trial next week. First Foolio Murder Trial Looms Jury selection for murder suspect Alicia Andrews’ trial is expected to begin in Hillsborough County, Fla., on…
A judge shot down Tory Lanez‘s appeal to enter new alleged evidence in the Megan Thee Stallion shooting case yesterday. Judge Rejects Tory Lanez’s Petitions to Enter New Evidence On Tuesday (Aug. 12), the California Court of Appeals rejected two…