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These Tone-Deaf Hip-Hop Moments Prove Rappers Can Get Hit With Serious Backlash
We are certainly living in some weird times, and oftentimes, hip-hop is part of the strange happenings. Rappers getting caught up in some tone-deaf moments, […]
Silento’s Publicist Releases Statement Following Rapper’s Arrest for Murder
UPDATE (Feb. 2): Silento's publicist spoke with XXL this afternoon and provided an additional statement on the recently incarcerated rapper. "I have been in contact with […]
Honorary Beastie Boys Member Ricky Powell Has Died
Ricky Powell, well-known photographer, author and honorary fourth member of the Beastie Boys, has died. According to a report from Page Six on Monday (Feb. 1), which […]
The ZYG 808 – Glory of History (feat. JJ Nice & Chris Koch)
The ZYG 808 drops his new single release, ‘Glory of History’ featuring JJ Nice & Chris Koch What happens when you’re 17, socially aware, and […]
Maxxxey G’93 – TenTexxxas/Texxxaco
Maxxxey G’93 introducing a brand new studio release: TWOTENTEXXXAS/TEXXXACO (prod. DYLAN & TEEMX). January 2021 – Maxxxey G’93 is back on the scene with a […]
Silento Arrested for Murdering His Cousin
Silento has been arrested for the murder of his cousin. According to information obtained by XXL via Georgia's DeKalb County Police Department on Monday (Feb. 1), Silento, born […]
Macklemore Reveals He Was 'About to Die' Before Going to Rehab
Macklemore has spoken candidly over the years about his battle with drug addiction. Now, the rapper is sharing details about his experience prior to the first […]
These Are the Hip-Hop Mixtapes We Need on Streaming Services ASAP
As hard as it may be for some to believe, there was definitely a world before streaming services. In the really early days, you had […]
The Game Claims He's the Best Rapper From Compton, Says He Showed Kendrick Lamar the Ropes
The Game has never been shy about making bold claims and he recently crowned himself the G.O.A.T. of Compton, Calif. rap. The proclamation came when […]