Turk Says B.G. May Be Out Of Jail This Year
Turk Says B.G. May Be Out Of Jail This Year
Turk Says B.G. May Be Out Of Jail This Year
Original Hot Boys member B.G. has been serving a 14-year prison sentence stemming from a weapons possession and witness tampering charge for the past two years. But, according to fellow 'Nawlins rapper Turk, B.G. may be getting out as soon as this year due to a "legal loophole...
Lil Wayne Previews His New Song “Side B**ch” On Weezy Wednesdays
Lil Wayne Previews His New Song “Side B**ch” On Weezy Wednesdays
Lil Wayne Previews His New Song “Side B**ch” On Weezy Wednesdays
Lil Wayne is back with a new episode of Weezy Wednesdays. After going through a lengthly explanation on why a side chick is a healthy solution to your relationship, Weezy previews a snippet of the song called "Side Bitch." Backed by some hard drums, the track sounds like it'll be an banger...
8 Rappers Trying To Save Chicago
8 Rappers Trying To Save Chicago
8 Rappers Trying To Save Chicago
The violence that's happening in Chicago is well documented. There have been countless documentaries, music releases and reports of what's going in the area, but some hip-hop artists are thinking bigger by fighting back and campaigning against the violence...
Migos Rises From The Bando To The Mainstream
Migos Rises From The Bando To The Mainstream
Migos Rises From The Bando To The Mainstream
Lift Off It's been a minute since hip-hop had a relevant group, but Atlanta's trio Migos are changing all that. Words Max Bell Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the June/July 2014 issue of XXL Magazine. The "Bando": a residence, possibly abandoned, where drugs are sold and/or manufactured. Prop...
Dreezy Featuring Common And Ross Augusta “No Good”
Dreezy Featuring Common And Ross Augusta “No Good”
Dreezy Featuring Common And Ross Augusta “No Good”
Chicago's own Dreezy is quickly rising as a fresh-faced talent after her release of Schizo caught people's attention. For her first high-profile single, Dreezy grabs veteran Common and R&B crooner Ross Augusta for "No Good," which has a lot of potential to be a big hit...
Kanye West Says He Works On Behalf Of J Dilla
Kanye West Says He Works On Behalf Of J Dilla
Kanye West Says He Works On Behalf Of J Dilla
The Stones Throw documentary Our Vinyl Weighs A Ton was released on DVD and Blu-ray this week and a 30-minute outtake reel from the film is beginning to make its rounds on the web. Originally found on Rolling Stone, In Extra Special Loving for the People includes footage from founding DJ/producer Peanut Butter Wolf, Madlib, Gaslamp Killer, and an exclusive clip of an interview with Kanye West. In
Hear Two New Riff Raff Songs: “Kokayne” And “How To Be The Man (Remix)”
Hear Two New Riff Raff Songs: “Kokayne” And “How To Be The Man (Remix)”
Hear Two New Riff Raff Songs: “Kokayne” And “How To Be The Man (Remix)”
Riff Raff is finally rolling out his debut album, Neon Icon, after a number of setbacks. Slated to release on Jun. 24, the Internet sensation has been releasing tons of free previews in anticipation for the LP. Today, he drops his Diplo-assisted "Kokayne," which has a country western feel, and the H-Town remix of "How To Be The Man...
Nas Is Starting A Scholarship Fund
Nas Is Starting A Scholarship Fund
Nas Is Starting A Scholarship Fund
Now that he has reached a point in his career where he is finally comfortable with his personal and professional life, Nas is using his wealth to spread good. Yesterday afternoon, the Street's Disciple announced that he has partnered with the educational company Koru to start the Nas Scholarship Fund which will assist top graduates in making successful college-to-career transitions with high-growt
Watch Lil Durk And OTF Nunu’s New Video For “OC”
Watch Lil Durk And OTF Nunu’s New Video For “OC”
Watch Lil Durk And OTF Nunu’s New Video For “OC”
With Lil Durk's Signed To The Streets 2 officially locked in for Jun. 18, he releases the first visual for the song "OC." Accompanied by his homie OTF Nunu, the two seem to hold their own just fine. Watch the video above, and check out Durk's XXL Freshman profile if you missed it...

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