Eric Diep
Comparing YMCMB Albums By The Numbers
Young Money is Lil Wayne’s crowning jewel. After years of being a member of the Hot Boys and branching out to do his own thing on Cash Money, the 31-year-old MC has grown into the CEO of his own company. YM houses a number of talents that includes superstars Drake, Nicki Minaj and Tyga. In s...
Premiere: Tracy T “In Studio” #16BarsSeries
Tracy T, who is one of the newest signees of MMG, is riding high after his single “16,” which is still available on iTunes if you missed it. To get more familiar with the Atlanta upstart, he is giving XXL an exclusive look of his in-studio sessions and behind-the-scenes happenings. Dubbed “#16Bars Series”, ...
Future “Good Morning” (Produced By Detail)
Future’s “Good Morning” was originally debuted at SXSW this past week. Producer Detail’s handy work is on full display as the beat is worked around Beyonce’s “Drunk In Love.” Although this track won’t make the cut on Honest, it’s just another track to build anticipation for the Apr. 22 release date. Check it out above.
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King Los “Woke Up Like This”
Free agent King Los is looking ahead after leaving Bad Boy. Next week, the Baltimore MC is releasing Zero Gravity II, which is a collection of original songs and previously released freestyles over Drake’s “Pound Cake,” Que’s “O.G. Bobby Johnson” and more. F...
The Complete Guide To Lil Wayne’s Singles
During Lil Wayne’s CRWN interview at SXSW, he revealed the big news that his first single off Tha Carter V is releasing this week. Throughout Wayne’s catalogue, which spans from 1999 to today, the Best Rapper Alive has amassed over 40 songs that serve as markers of progression and growth in his career. With CV du...
DJ Mathematics Says Wu-Tang Clan Reunion Album Is Coming In June
Last night, Wu-Tang Clan pulled a Beyonce and released their new track “Keep Watch.” The single, which follows last summer’s “Family Reunion,” officially introduces the Wu’s long-awaited album for diehard fans.
The ‘90s-esque “Keep Watch” is ...
Young Scooter Featuring Future, Juicy J, And Young Thug “Disfunction”
Producers Metro Boomin’ and 808 Mafia have been supplying the turn up anthems constantly. In Young Scooter’s latest track, he gathers energetic spitters Juicy J, Future, and the newest sensation Young Thug for “Disfunction.” Who knows where...
Vince Staples Rejects The Typical Rapper Lifestyle
Vince Staples is among a strong class of new West Coast artists making their presence known in the game. Earlier this month, Vince’s name popped up in even more headlines when he released the second installment of his Shyne Coldchain series. The ...
Keyshia Cole Featuring Juicy J “Rick James”
Keyshia Cole and Juicy J team up for “Rick James.” The powerful record centers around Keyshia addressing a former flame that may have done her wrong. She displays an intensity in her voice that we haven’t heard in a while. Seriously, you d...
Eminem’s ‘The Marshall Mathers LP 2′ Goes Double Platinum In This Week’s Album Sales (3-19-2014)
Eminem’s latest album, The Marshall Mathers LP 2, is officially double platinum. Em’s LP sold 13,000 copies this week, which allowed him to cross the two million mark. This is the 7th album for Em that has reached the milestone.
What cl...
Pusha T And A$AP Ferg “Hand In My Pocket”
Pusha T and A$AP Ferg go verse for verse in “Hand In My Pocket.” Produced by veteran producers Sean C & LV, the track is another standout off their upcoming compilation Loud Dreams Vol. 1 due out on Mar. 25.
Watch Troy Ave’s Video For His KEYMiX To “Cuffin’ Season”
Troy Ave hits the studio for his “Cuffin Season” KEYMiX. In the clip, the Brooklyn rapper shows his grind never stops. Can't knock the hustle. Look out for BSB Volume 4 coming soon.