New artists try to prove they deserve the buzz.
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Young M.A Was Once Lost But Has Now Found Her Way in Hip-Hop
Coming off the high of her debut hit single “OOOUUU,” Young M.A has hit the ground running in hip-hop.
PnB Rock Went From Singing in a Cell to Killing It Onstage
PnB Rock shows and proves why his distinct sound will make him famous.
Madeintyo Turns an Uber Anthem Into a Giant Stepping-Stone
Uber has rapper Madeintyo to thank for crafting an unofficial turn-up anthem for their riders. Find out more about the rising rapper in XXL Magazine's Show & Prove interview.
Lil Uzi Vert's Eclectic Style and Sound Proves He's Rap's Newest Rock Star
Forget rap, Lil Uzi Vert wants to be a rock star. XXL spoke to the rhymer about the inspiration behind his style and music for the 2016 Spring issue.
Fetty Wap Rides a New Wave Heading Into His Sophomore Album - Exclusive
XXL speaks with Fetty Wap about his breakout year, the unfortunate accident with his leg and what he’s got on deck.
Anderson .Paak Is Changing the Game With Dr. Dre in His Corner
Anderson .Paak is a changed man. Formerly known as the artist Breezy Lovejoy, the singing, drumming and rapping virtuoso now has Dr. Dre in his corner and his sights set on stardom.
Show And Prove: Boogie Is a New Type of West Coast Rapper
L.A. rapper Boogie’s rhymes walk a more personal line than hip-hop’s typical bottles and models and now he's proving why that's important.
Show And Prove: Post Malone Is More Than "White Iverson"
Post Malone is making some serious waves in the rap game. Get to know his story in his Show And Prove.
Show And Prove: Jidenna Brings a Breath of Fresh Air
Stylish 29-year-old rapper Jidenna has brought a breath of fresh air to hip-hop style with his impeccable three-piece suits and self-described Swank movement, riding the back of his breakout smash record “Classic Man” to radio ubiquity.
Show And Prove: GoldLink Is Leading The Future Bounce Movement
Show And Prove: GoldLink
Words Max Bell
Show & Prove is our section in the magazine where we highlight which artists are hot in hip-hop now. Many who have appeared in S&P have gone on to launch successful music careers. Here is the story from GoldLink from our October/November 2014 issue featuring G-Unit, available on newsstands now.
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Show And Prove: Raury Represents Atlanta’s Next Generation
Show And Prove: Raury
Words C. Vernon Coleman II
Show & Prove is our section in the magazine where we highlight which artists are hot in hip-hop now. Many who have appeared in S&P have gone on to launch successful music careers. Here i...
Show And Prove: Bobby Shmurda Is Brooklyn’s Latest Fresh Face
Show And Prove: Bobby Shmurda
Words Emmanuel Maduakolam
Show & Prove is our section in the magazine where we highlight which artists are hot in hip-hop now. Many who have appeared in S&P have gone on to launch successful music careers. Here i...