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NLE Choppa Wants to Build His Own Music Empire
XXL profiles the Memphis rapper for its Fall 2019 issue.


Rico Nasty's Blend of Sugar & Spice Leads to Major Label Success
After signing with Atlantic Records in June of 2018, Rico Nasty's perfect blend of sugar and spice is reaching an even wider audience.

City Girls' Unapologetic Attitude Help Them Get Noticed
City Girls are ready to make their mark in hip-hop.

Gunna Speaks His Success Into Existence
Gunna has come a long way since dropping his first mixtape in 2013.

Tee Grizzley Hopes His Struggle Inspires People
Tee Grizzley knows all about losses. Now, the rising rapper wants to use his struggle to inspire people.

J.I.D's Years of Hard Work Have Finally Paid Off
J.I.D is known for being organic and sticking to his roots. Now, his hard work has finally paid off.

Trippie Redd Aims to Prevail at Everything in His Career
Trippie Redd wants to get better and prevail at everything he does, including his career in hip-hop.

Jazz Cartier Prepares for His Time to Shine in Hip-Hop's Spotlight
Jazz Cartier continues to build his fan base and put out good music while he patiently waits for his time to shine in hip-hop.

Ski Mask The Slump God Is on a Path to Self-Made Success
Ski Mask The Slump God is determined to become successful.

6lack Shows No Signs of Slowing Down
6lack has found his lane and people are taking notice.

Saba Proves He's a Rising Star With Big Plans for Pivot Gang
Saba's known for melodic flows and cadences, but his skills as a producer have also put him on the map.