Eric Diep
Wu-Tang Clan Returns In Full Force On Upcoming Album ‘A Better Tomorrow’
The Wu-Tang Clan’s sixth studio album, A Better Tomorrow, seemed like it was never going to come out. In 2013, the Staten Island crew announced they were celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers by dropping another LP. Hard...
Listen To Young Moe’s ‘Humble Hustle 3′
Young Moe releases his third volume of his Humble Hustle series today. The DMV rapper gathers collaborators such as Fat Trel and Kevin Gates for a few guest verses, as well as newcomers Sergio Cortez and BassHedz on the production tip. To complete the package, Moe drops a video for "All I Got Is Me," which you can peep below after you download the tape...
LL Cool J “Break Your Face” (Produced By 808 Mafia)
Queens veteran LL Cool J decides to take his chances on the sound of the moment. Produced by 808 Mafia, LL rides the high-energy production with menacing rhymes aimed at his haters. Break your face, for real.
Previously: LL Cool J On Def Jam’s 30th Anniversary And His New Street Album
King Los “Try Me”
Coming off his recent signing to RCA, King Los continues to keep his name hot in the streets with a remix to Dej Loaf's "Try Me." While his “Only One Of Me” single is pure bars, the Baltimore rapper shows off his versatility by blending well with Dej's catchy hook. You can ex...
French Montana Heads To The Desert In “Julius Caesar” Video
French Montana has his sights set on a release date for Mac & Cheese (Dec. 16), so he's getting fans excited with some new material today. Previously released last year, the song finally gets a visual treatment directed by Eif Rivera. French is posted up in the middle of the desert, wearing all white and stunting with ATVs and expensive cars...
OG Maco Rises Above Rap Jealousy With His New Mixtape
Related: Listen to OG Maco’s Live Life 2 EP
Premiere: OG Maco “All In 2?
OG Maco Featuring 2 Chainz “U Guessed It”
The Break Presents: OG Maco
Jeezy Featuring Beenie Man And Ty Dolla $ign “Link Up”
Jeezy is no stranger to DJ Mustard beats. Shortly after announcing his joint project with T.I. called Dope Boy Academy, Jeezy returns with a loose single for the Internet. Gathering Beenie Man and Ty Dolla $ign, the reggae-infused banger is evened out by Ty's smooth crooning...
Watch Rich Gang’s “Flava” Video Featuring Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan And Birdman
Rich Gang week continues. After a busy press run in NYC promoting the next Rich Gang project, Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan and Birdman drop the video for their standout cut "Flava."
The video is as exuberant as it goes, with Rich Gang stunting in front of expensive cars...
Ludacris “Tom Ford” (Freestyle)
Ludacris is back with another installment of his #LudaVerses series. This week, the Atlanta rapper tackles Jay Z's "Tom Ford" with a fire verse. Stay tuned for another one, as well as his upcoming EP in December.
Previously: Ludacris “Numbers On The Boards”
Ludacris Announces New EP And ‘Ludaversal’ Release Date
Classic Material: Scarface Looks Back At ‘The Diary’ 20 Years Later
Classic Material: Scarface, The Diary
Scarface reminisces on his XXL-rated third solo album that defined his career.
As told to Eric Diep
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the October/November 2014 issue of XXL Magazine.
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The Break Presents: QuESt
The Florida rap scene has grown a reputation for SpaceGhostPurrp and his Raider Klan, but there are other rising talents coming up fast. Visionary Music Group's QuESt garnered a lot of attention for his revealing Searching Sylvan mixtape, and is focused on making a bigger name for himself...
Gucci Mane Featuring Rich Homie Quan And Pizzle “Say A Prayer”
Gucci Mane is a living, breathing hit factory. Earlier this month, Gucci released his third installment of Trap God, and is now getting ready to release yet another project called Honorable C.N.O.T.E. vs Gucci Mane. Similar to when he paired up with Atlanta producer C4 for The Oddfather, Guwop is back taking over one producer's beats...