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Get Out Of My Face RiFF RAFF, AKA Jody Highroller, AKA Neon Icon, in his own words As told to Jeff Weiss Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the August/September 2014 issue of XXL Magazine. The Neon Icon needs no introduction. If R...

Two Toronto natives are getting a good laugh at Drake’s expense. After the rapper revealed that he had gotten a tattoo of the emoji for praying hands, the duo made a Tumblr page of the rapper donning some of their favorite emojis. “We just found it funny that everyone’s first reaction to his new ink was to debate the emoji’s meaning – not to instantly question what other potential pieces he passed

Rich Gang is ready to start off the Fall with a bang. Although Rich Homie Quan and Young Thug’s affiliation with the label are still unannounced, the pair seem right at home as Birdman’s two newest proteges. Their single “Lifestyle” is currently No. 30 on Billboard’s Hot ...

Here's a fact of life: If you rap, people are going to talk shit on the Internets. A talented rhymer like Saigon is no exception. Like many others will in the future, he takes a poke at Internet thugs and gossips in the "Nunya" video. Twitter, YouTube and Instagram are all lampooned here as DJ Premier — who produces the track — is just as anti-media in his cameo appearance. "Nunya&q

After inspiring a few thinkpieces with "i," Kendrick Lamar finds himself mixed up in some satire in the video for Mayer Hawthorne's "Crime" video. The visual is directed by Rashida Jones from Parks & Recreation and that one Chappelle's Show skit. ...

With Kanye West unleashing a rant or two nearly every month, XXL couldn't help but think how great it would be if someone put them all together. From Kanye's "You ain't got the answers Sway" to "We the real rockstars, and I'm the biggest of all of them," check out the video above...

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Update (Sept. 30 5:55 p.m.): Here's the trailer for Dreamville signee Cozz's deput project Cozz N Effect, watch above. ----- Dreamville signee Cozz is dropping his highly anticipated debut project Cozz N Effect next month. Last wee...

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OutKast returned to their hometown of Atlanta for ATLast over the weekend. Future, 2 Chainz, Janelle Monae, Kid Cudi, Raury, Childish Gambino, Bun B, Killer Mike, Devin the Dude, and B.o.B were all in attendance and performed at the star studded festival. However ...

Update (Sept. 30, 2:02 p.m.): Cudi took to Twitter to respond to his improvised remix to "Pursuit of Happiness" Id like to say thank you to all who came out to the show Saturday to see me and I apologize to deprive u of a full set. Shit happens :) — Scott Mescudi (@KidCudi) September 30, 2014 If I offended anyone with my vulgar remix of Pursuit, well I cant apologize for that cause it wa

The Air Jordan 13 "Reflective Silver" is set to be introduced on October 4th at select Nike store retailers. After successful 3M launches from the Jordan Brand with their Air Jordan 3 silhouettes, MJ puts the focus on the Air Jordan 13. The "Reflective Silver" has a flashy silver upper, black midsole, and a red and black outsole...