Maino Thinks New York Rap Lost Its Culture
Maino Thinks New York Rap Lost Its Culture
Maino Thinks New York Rap Lost Its Culture
Throwing his hat into the ring of the Kendrick conversation, New York rapper Maino stopped by DJ Kay Slay's radio show on Shade 45 to discuss why Kendrick Lamar might actually be the King Of New York. In the brief interview, Maino explains that Drake, DJ Khaled and Rick Ross are as much Kings of NY as Kendrick is, since 85% of what he hears on the radio and in the clubs is songs by out-of-town art
Shawn Kemp’s Surprise Appearance At Rucker Park: Launch Of Reebok Kamikaze II “Letter of Intent”
Shawn Kemp’s Surprise Appearance At Rucker Park: Launch Of Reebok Kamikaze II “Letter of Intent”
Shawn Kemp’s Surprise Appearance At Rucker Park: Launch Of Reebok Kamikaze II “Letter of Intent”
NBA Legend Shawn Kemp also known as "The Reignman" took to the streets of Harlem, New York last-night for the release of his highly anticipated Reebok Kamikaze II "Letter of Intent" color-way releasing today. Another special guest in attendance for last nights festivities was Sacramento Kings' point guard Isaiah Thomas, who played in his very first game at Rucker Park... Read M
In The Cut: Earl Sweatshirt & Chief Keef Made XXL’s Top Songs Of The Week
In The Cut: Earl Sweatshirt & Chief Keef Made XXL’s Top Songs Of The Week
In The Cut: Earl Sweatshirt & Chief Keef Made XXL’s Top Songs Of The Week
What is there to say that hasn't already been said about Kendrick Lamar and his epic, industry-inspiring and headline-terrorizing verse on Big Sean's "Control"? For five days, Kendrick—who has no project or tour to promote—has singlehandedly inspired just about all of the stories posted on hip-hop websites, including XXL's. It'd be ea...
Recap Of ‘Marrying The Game’ Episode 2
Recap Of ‘Marrying The Game’ Episode 2
Recap Of ‘Marrying The Game’ Episode 2
Last week on the season premiere of VH1’s Marrying The Game, Tiffney decided to let her guard down and extend a peace treaty to Game via text message. On the second episode, we learn that Game has yet to respond, leaving Tiff at a standstill. I...
KRS-One And Son Drop Knowledge Supreme on NYC
KRS-One And Son Drop Knowledge Supreme on NYC
KRS-One And Son Drop Knowledge Supreme on NYC
Photos: Lauren Gesswein KRS-One and his son, DJ Predator Prime, stormed through New York City’s S.O.B.’s last night (August 15) with an airtight performance billed as “One Night Only.”  The club was packed wall-to-wall, and at one point in the evening, KRS even reminded the crowd in a freestyle:  “This S.O.B.’s, you see, is original hip-hop hi...
Is Lil Wayne’s ‘Dedication 5′ On The Way?
Is Lil Wayne’s ‘Dedication 5′ On The Way?
Is Lil Wayne’s ‘Dedication 5′ On The Way?
Responding to a fan on Twitter, Lil Wayne announced that a new mixtape might be on the way as soon as ten days from now. Dedication 5, the latest in Wayne's critically acclaimed mixtape series with DJ Drama and the Gangsta Grillz brand appears to be on the horizon for the prodigiously productive rapper. The rapper t ...

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