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July 2024 New Music Releases
When it's hot, it's hot.
February 2024 New Music Releases
New month, new music.
Rappers’ Birthdays – Jay-Z, GloRilla, Lil Baby, Travis Scott and More
Here's a convenient list of rappers' birthdays.
New Hip-Hop Releases
Fresh February fire for the head top.
These Are Rappers’ Bizarre Tweets You Need to See
A lengthy, definitive list of the most bizarre tweets from rappers.
February 2023 New Music Releases
All the new drops for the second month of the year.
These Are the SoundCloud-Era Rappers Ranked on Current Impact
XXL compiles a list of SoundCloud-era rappers, from XXXTentacion and Juice Wrld to Lil Uzi Vert and more, to determine their rankings based on current impact.
Here’s a Calculated Look at 15 Years of XXL Freshman By The Numbers
All 15 XXL Freshman classes have put some serious numbers on the board.
Juice Wrld, Rick Ross, Big Boi and Sleepy Brown and More – New Projects This Week
The music doesn't stop.
Here Are Rappers You Didn’t Realize Were Related
These rappers that are related may be surprising.
The 13 Best New Songs This Week
Jams on jams.
The 13 Best New Songs This Week
XXL takes a look at the 13 best new songs this week.
The 13 Best New Songs This Week
New jams.
Here’s a Complete List of Every XXL Freshman Over the Years
A look at all of the stars who have graced XXL Freshman covers over the years.
Here’s What Rappers Are Doing During the Coronavirus Quarantine
Here's what your faves have been up to.
Here’s Everyone Featured on Chance The Rapper’s ‘The Big Day’ Album
Uncovering the big guestlist on Chano's 'The Big Day'.
Watch Madeintyo’s 2017 XXL Freshman Freestyle and Interview
Madeintyo has landed a spot on the coveted 2017 XXL Freshman Class cover. Find out more about his music and movement in this exclusive interview and freestyle.
Watch a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the 2017 XXL Freshman Cover Shoot
Take a peek into what's it like to be a part of the XXL Freshman shoot.