stic.man

The soundtrack of 2011.

M-1, Talib Kweli, Kanye West, Sticman and Common all take part in the talk with Dave Chappelle, originally featured in XXL magazine's 2004 issue.

This week, Kanye West had an in-depth interview with the New York Times’ Jon Caramanica. We learned a lot of things from their conversation, especially the moment when he developed his artistic style and songwriting. He credited dead prez, who are known to have powerful messages behind their music. "...

Jay Electronica once again addressed the rumors of his ghostwriting for Nas, though he didn't put the issue to rest...

Jay Electronica and stic.man each show love to Nas following reports that they wrote much of his Untitled album...

From Big Pooh to Yak Ballz, XXL presents a list of rappers that should follow Mos Def's lead and change their monikers, quick...

The old hip-hop saying has been flipped over and over. XXL counts down its favorite references...

Some cats might consider a name change after this one...

DP takes responsibility for Soulja Boy's lack of knowledge...

Stic.man and M1 talk to XXLMag.com about their new projects....

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