Kendrick Lamar’s GNX Album SURPRISES EVERYONE!Well, it’s finally here! The much-anticipated Kendrick Lamar solo album dropped out of the blue today, and fans are overjoyed. The Compton rapper surprised everyone with the 12-track project GNX. This is K-Dot’s first full-length release since 2022's Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers. GNX arrives eight months after Kendrick's epic rap battle with Drake, which hit a fever pitch back in spring. Subscribe to XXL's channel: http://youtube.com...
Cardi B's Album Update!? Kendrick Lamar's Missed Opp?! Cardi's Manager Speaks! [Inside Track]For Giant Music cofounder Shawn "Tubby" Holiday, just one top-level job in hip-hop is not enough. The Brooklyn-bred industry veteran also holds a position at Full Stop Management, where he manages the careers of Cardi B and Offset. On this episode of XXL's Inside Track podcast, Tubby discusses his unique ascension in the music business and balancing a dual role as the president of a label and a...
Kai Cenat Moments We LoveThere’s a streaming king on the internet but he’s no rapper. He’s just friends with all of them. Kai Cenat has become one of the most entertaining figures online thanks to his wit, charisma and celebrity-filled Twitch livestreams. 21 Savage, Nicki Minaj, Lil Baby, Lil Yachty, Denzel Curry and more have gone through Kai’s crib to kick it while streaming. And many of those visits have created memorable moments that have saturated the internet. In celebr...
Can you see a rapper's level of talent?? Sauce Walka speaksWatch Sauce Walka discuss lyricism in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. PST. Tap link above the caption to watch on XXL's YouTube channel.
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Sauce Walka Goes In for XXL CypherWatch Sauce Walka bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Ab-Soul’s Hilarious Shout-Out to Shannon Sharpe in XXL CypherWatch Ab-Soul bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Ferg Brings the Bars in XXL CypherWatch Ferg bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Sauce Walka Preaches His Self-Proclaimed Ghetto GospelWatch Sauce Walka discuss lyricism in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. PST / 5 p.m. EST
Ferg Speaks on Jay-Z’s InfluenceWatch Ferg discuss lyricism in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. PST.
Young Thug and Gucci Mane's Manager Spills Secrets on Career Growth [Inside Track]Amina Diop has had a bird's eye view of hip-hop from multiple angles. The current CEO of the thriving artist management company The Diop Agency, Amina moved her way through the music industry by wearing a number of hats. She manages some of hip-hop's favorite artists. On this episode of XXL's Inside Track podcast, the Queens native discusses working closely with Gucci Mane, being a gatekeeper for Young Th...
Is the Young Thug and Gunna Snitching Saga Finally Over?Young Thug spent 906 days behind bars fighting a Georgia RICO case, but he is now a free man after pleading guilty and being sentenced to time served and 15 years of probation. With Thug's attorney requesting the rapper be allowed to work with Gunna as part of the stipulations of his plea deal, the controversy surrounding Gunna’s snitching allegations appears to be put to rest. Or is it? Here's a look at whether or not Young Thug ...
Ab-Soul Proclaims He’s the Best of All TimeWatch Ab-Soul discuss lyricism in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. EST / 5 p.m. PST.
Ab-Soul Keeps It Real on Who’s a LyricistWatch Ab-Soul have a much-needed conversation about lyricism, collaboration and competition in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Sauce Walka Breaks Down Layers of LyricismWatch Sauce Walka have a much-needed conversation about lyricism, collaboration and competition in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Lyrics or Vibes? What are rappers paying attention to?Watch Ferg have a much-needed conversation about lyricism, collaboration and competition in hip-hop for XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Ferg and Sauce Walka Get to the Gaula in New FreestyleWatch Sauce Walka and Ferg freestyle as Ab-Soul serves as the hype man in a behind-the-scenes look at XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Sauce Walka and Ferg’s Surprise FreestyleWatch Sauce Walka and Ferg freestyle as Ab-Soul serves as the hype man in a behind-the-scenes look at XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. EST/5 p.m. PST. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Latto Rolls Up on Backwoods Factory in DRStaying fresh is what Latto's all about, so she found herself in familiar territory on a recent trip to La Romana, Dominican Republic to visit the Backwoods cigar factory. The Atlanta rapper, style icon and "Queen of the Souf" witnessed firsthand how much care goes into maintaining the quality and freshness in every pack of Backwoods. Beat for video by Real Talk Inc. #XXL #Latto Subscribe to XXL http://youtube.com/@XXLMagazine?sub_confirmation...
Ab-Soul Is Still Herbin’ ‘EmWatch Ab-Soul bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Sauce Walka Gives a Nod to Fat Joe and Big PunWatch Sauce Walka bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Ferg Floods His Teeth Like Young DolphWatch Ferg bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Ab-Soul Used to Pledge Allegiance to the Rag of the UnitedWatch Ab-Soul bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
Sauce Walka Asks Why Entrepreneurship Is Not Part of the CurriculumWatch Sauce Walka bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.
It’s Not Halloween But Ferg’s in the GhostWatch Ferg bring the bars in XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the must-see boxing event: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, live on Netflix, Friday, November 15 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. See full video on XXL's YouTube channel.