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The Hitmen
Kanye West Joins Diddy’s Producer Supergroup
Following the announcement that he would be returning to the production world--albeit for a limited time and only with a carefully picked group of rappers--Diddy has dropped another bombshell. The Bad Boy founder announced on his Instagram that Kanye West has joined The Hitmen, his longtime production team that was responsible for the bulk of work by Bad Boy stars like Mase and The Notorious B...
Who You Wit: Kanye West Ranks No.1 As Jay-Z’s Best Go-To Producer
Kanye West reigns supreme as Jay-Z's best go-to producer. Find out why...
Who You Wit: Diddy and The Hitmen Rank No.6 As Jay-Z’s Go-To Producers
Certified bangers like "Where I'm From" and "Roc Boys" land Diddy and The Hitmen at No.6 as Jay-Z's best go-to producer. See why...
![Production Credit: Deric “D-Dot” Angelettie [’90s Edition]](http://townsquare.media/site/812/files/2011/06/ddot-featured.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Production Credit: Deric “D-Dot” Angelettie [’90s Edition]
In celebration of '90s Week, XXL speaks to Deric "D-Dot" Angelettie about his classic studio sessions with The Notorious B.I.G. and Ma$e, telling Diddy he couldn't add production to "It's All About the Benjamins" and Kanye West's lack of loyalty...