Category: Industry Stories

Show & ProveInterview: Kemet HighEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2021 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now. A unique voice is […]

Ever since music moved from physical copies to primarily digital downloads, Drake has ruled the charts as one of the most-streamed artists of the last […]

As the executive music producer providing the soundtrack curation for each episode of EPIX’s gangster drama Godfather of Harlem, Swizz Beatz has found another home to showcase his expert […]

The wrongful death lawsuit Lil Peep's mother has filed against the late rapper's management and tour company has apparently had a negative impact on her health. […]

Lil Jon is shifting gigs and will be remodeling homes on a TV screen near you. According to a report from Page Six on Tuesday (May 18), the […]

Train of ThoughtYBN Nahmir on "Opp Stoppa" featuring 21 Savage.Interview: Zoe JohnsonEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Spring 2021 issue of XXL Magazine, […]

While he's been working on music for about 11 years, Jackson, Miss. rapper Akeem Ali's time in the spotlight actually came faster than he expected. Now […]

A$AP Rocky has officially confirmed his relationship with Rihanna and the Harlem native is taking things very seriously. In an article from the June/July issue of GQ […]

Tap InHow social media and its popular new platforms are continuing to shape the rap game.Interview: Luke FoxEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the […]

Jake Paul wants his next opponent in the ring to be 6ix9ine, but Tekashi doesn't look like he's game for it. During a Q&A on […]