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Music Joey Bada$$ Wants All The Smoke But Is The Throne Within Reach? Joey Bada$$ is already setting the tone for 2025. By Aron A. January 24, 2025
Music The History Of Russell Simmons & Def Jam: How He & Rick Rubin Established Hip-Hop's First Powerhouse Label A prolific rise, to a highly controversial exit. By Demi Phillips June 30, 2023
Music Lil Xan Never Felt Better: On Mac Miller, Sobriety & Emo Rap Legacy EXCLUSIVE: Lil Xan discusses his upcoming album, sobriety, meeting Mac Miller, and reflects on Hip-Hop's 50th anniversary. By Josh Megson June 30, 2023
Music Fridayy's Melodic Journey: Rising Star Making Waves Fridayy is starting his career in a major way, producing and singing for big names, signing to Def Jam, and releasing his debut EP. By Wyatt Westlake June 28, 2023
TV "Squid Game: The Challenge"—What We Know About The Netflix Series 456 players aim for a whopping $4.56 million, reality TV’s biggest cash prize ever! By Demi Phillips June 28, 2023
Music Rappers Like Baby Keem: JID, Smino, Denzel Curry & More Explore the fresh wave of hip-hop artists like Baby Keem, JID, Smino, Denzel Curry, Rico Nasty, and Kenny Mason shaping the music scene. By Jake Skudder June 28, 2023
Music Quincy Jones Net Worth 2024: Updated Wealth Of The Legend Explore Quincy Jones's incredibly massive net worth. Discover his musical journey, lasting influence, and philanthropy in our tribute. By Jake Skudder February 08, 2024
Gaming Exoprimal: Release Date, Xbox Game Pass, Trailer, Gameplay, Street Fighter 6 Collab & More Discover the world of Exoprimal - Capcom's thrilling new game. Learn about its release date, Xbox Game Pass availability, trailer, and more. By Jake Skudder June 26, 2023
Music Flyana Boss: The Viral Dynamic Femcee Rap Duo Flyana Boss, a viral Rap duo from Detroit and Dallas, is shaking up the music scene and placing themselves as Hip Hop's next superstars. By Erika Marie June 27, 2023
Music Why Was Chief Keef Banned From The BET Awards? BET finally lifted their 10-year ban on Chief Keef and he'll be performing this weekend as part of the Hip-Hop 50 medley. By Aron A. June 23, 2023
Music Lola Brooke: The Rise Of A Formidable Force In Rap Lola Brooke is apart of this year's XXL Freshmen class, so get to know the rising New York star. By Paul Barnes June 22, 2023
Music Rappers Like Dave: J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Stormzy & More Explore the rise of conscious rap with artists like Dave, using their music to reflect reality, challenge norms, and inspire change. By Jake Skudder June 22, 2023