Known for intricate lyricism true to the foundation of hiphop, Rapsody is finally back with a full length project after nearly five years. Her latest, Please Don’t Cry, follows the 2019 album Eve in a commendable fashion — boasting…
Show & Prove: That Mexican OTWords: Kyle EusticeEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Spring 2024 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. Continuing in the tradition of UGK, Paul Wall and Slim Thug, That Mexican OT, which stands for…
If you’ve been a longtime fan of Cardi B, you’d be forgiven for being a little confused about her relationship status. After all, she and (ex?)husband Offset have gone back and forth quite a few times over…
T.I. is back rapping. The rap legend is working on his final album called Kill The King which is expected to come out later this summer. He recently released a new single titled ‘LLOGCLAY’ that you can…
In early March, The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) acknowledged the expiration of its license with TikTok in late April by sending a letter to its members. “At this time, we do not anticipate that there will…
50 Cent is relentless when it comes to trolling celebrities. The New York rapper recently claimed that Jay-Z is laying low until Diddy’s legal situation blows over. He also posted a distorted image of Hov. Cop Your…
Soulja Boy has decided to apologize to Metro Boomin for the disrespectful tweets he sent towards him the last few days. Soulja went on an unexpected rant dragging in Metro Boomin’s mother, who was allegedly murdered by…
Cop Your XXL Merch Now Diddy‘s sexual assault accuser Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones has dropped some prominent figures from his high-profile lawsuit against the hip-hop mogul. Lil Rod Removes Motown, UMG from Sexual Assault Suit According to…
Kehlani is about to have the summer on lock. Last month, they released a new single, “After Hours,” a sexy ladies anthem sung over the Coolie Dance riddim — popularized in songs like Nina Sky’s “Move Ya…
Producer Madlib celebrated a big milestone this past weekend. On Saturday (May 11) at a 10th anniversary celebration of his album Piñata, which featured raps by Freddie Gibbs. The celebration took place at The Rooftop at Pier…
Cop Your XXL Merch Now Fat Joe says rap beefs are out of control and agrees with Boosie BadAzz that things are on the verge of getting dangerous. Fat Joe Says Rap Beefs Are Out of Control…
Cop Your XXL Merch Now DJ Akademiks has responded to a new lawsuit accusing him of rape and defamation by calling the move a shakedown. DJ Akademiks Speaks on New Rape Lawsuit On Tuesday (May 14), hours after…
Trigger Warning; violent, graphic descriptions. Proceed at your discretion. DJ Akademiks, a prominent hip hop personality who often finds himself in the midst of controversy, has recently been sued for sexual assault, rape and defamation. The survivor,…
Cheer up, Toronto. It’s not all bad news. While Drake licks his wounds, another of T. Dot’s favorite sons, Nav, has announced his new album, On My Way 2 Rexdale, is… well … on the way. The…
NAV has confirmed that he is set to release his new album On My Way 2 Rexdale this Summer. The rapper-producer had previously teased the title during his set at Coachella’s Sahara stage last month but it…