Kendrick Lamar is set to take the stage at halftime of the 2025 Super Bowl in New Orleans on Feb. 9 in what has been one of the most talked about halftime show performances in recent memory. The biggest question that…
UPDATE (Jan. 15): A spokesperson for UMG has released the following statement to XXL in response to Drake‘s new lawsuit: “Not only are these claims untrue, but the notion that we would seek to harm the reputation of any artist—let alone…
Drake has withdrawn his legal case against Universal Music Group and Spotify in New York Supreme Court. Drake Drops One Case Against UMG On Tuesday (Jan. 14), Drake’s lawyers filed a motion to drop the case against the music giants,…
Diddy‘s attorneys contend the alleged freak-off tapes that the government is using as evidence show consensual sex. Diddy’s Legal Team Downplay Alleged Freak-Off Tapes On Tuesday (Jan. 14), Diddy’s legal team filed a new motion in his criminal case, where they…
Ye proclaims to be the G.O.A.T. of all G.O.A.T.s as he rolls out a new line of Yeezy slipper shoes. Ye Goes on Epic Rant After Announcing New Shoe Model On Monday night (Jan. 13), the artist formerly known as Kanye…
The 2025 Grammy Awards will reportedly go on as scheduled despite the wildfires ravaging Southern California. Still a Green Light on the Grammys The future of the upcoming Grammy Awards, set to take place on Feb. 2 in Los Angeles, has…
Quando Rondo has turned himself in to serve 33 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug conspiracy charges last year. Quando Rondo Begins Prison Sentence On Jan. 10, Quando Rondo officially began his nearly three-year prison sentence. The…
The Southern California wildfires continue to claim lives and property as firefighters effort to battle the massive blaze, which has been raging on for the past four days. Multiple rappers have been lending a helping hand in an attempt to help…
It looks like TikTok might soon meet its demise in the United States, which means hip-hop will no longer be using the app. The Supreme Court is leaning toward banning the app during a recent hearing on Capitol Hill. TikTok Ban Seems…
While January is typically a slow month for music releases, there are still some rappers trying to make their mark on the new year. This week, an elite New Jersey lyricist drops his latest offering, a melodic newcomer delivers some early…