20 Hip-Hop Songs by New York Rappers That Borrow From Other Regions
History shows that New York rappers have long been venturing outside of its borders in terms of sound and style and these recent occurrences are just rappers carrying on tradition.
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5 of the Most Infamous Murder-Related Cases Rappers Faced
Here are five of the most infamous murder-related cases that rappers have had to face.
20 Rappers Who Released Projects From Jail
Prison can take one's freedom, but it can't deprive an artist of his or her musical expression.
Where Are They Now: Tracing the History of the Bad Boy Records Family Tree
In celebration of more than 20 years of greatness, we take a comprehensive look at the history of Bad Boy and the artists who have called the label home.
Today in Hip-Hop: Shyne Sentenced To 10 Years in Prison
Brooklyn by way of Belize rapper Shyne was sentenced to ten years in prison for that infamous 1999 nightclub shooting.
Shyne Has a Documentary and World Tour Coming
After his appearance at the Bad Boy Reunion show, Shyne has big plans.
34 Bad Boy Artists Who Have Left the Label
As Diddy prepares for another new chapter in Bad Boy's long history, XXL takes a look back at 34 artists who have left the label over the years.
21 of Hip-Hop's Most Unfortunate Rap Beefs
XXL looks through some of the most unfortunate hip-hop beefs, from Baby vs. Wayne to Diddy vs. Shyne to C-Murder vs. Master P to Gucci Mane vs. the world.
Shyne: The Last Real Rapper Alive
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of his self-titled debut album, XXL reprints our three-part series with Shyne from 2010.