XXL Magazine

June 28, 2024 - 10:00 PM
Yella Beezy Executive Defends Mo3 Response Plan at Rapper's Trial

Yella Beezy Executive Defends Mo3 Response Plan at Rapper's Trial

November 09, 2026

The state rests, defense calls their first witness. Continue reading…

Lil Yachty Reveals He Quit Drinking Lean Seven Months Ago

Lil Yachty Reveals He Quit Drinking Lean Seven Months Ago

November 09, 2026

Yachty kicks the cup. Continue reading…

Ye Breaks U.S. Rap Concert Attendance Record for Third Time

Ye Breaks U.S. Rap Concert Attendance Record for Third Time

November 09, 2026

Ye previously broke the record in Houston and in Los Angeles. Continue reading…

Blueface Gets White House Tattoo to Cover Up Chrisean Rock’s Name

Blueface Gets White House Tattoo to Cover Up Chrisean Rock’s Name

November 09, 2026

Rock is also planning to cover her face tat of Blue's portrait. Continue reading…

YNW Melly’s Murder Retrial Takes New Turn With Casey Anthony

YNW Melly’s Murder Retrial Takes New Turn With Casey Anthony

November 09, 2026

Casey knows a thing or two about the Florida legal system. Continue reading…

Fetty Wap Gets Married in Extravagant New Jersey Wedding

Fetty Wap Gets Married in Extravagant New Jersey Wedding

November 09, 2026

The pair got engaged in July. Continue reading…

T-Pain Supports the Polyamory Lifestyle With New Dating Show

T-Pain Supports the Polyamory Lifestyle With New Dating Show

November 07, 2026

The show stars his friends DJ Montay and Shonte Renee, and features Pain as a host. Continue reading…

Macklemore Claims U.S. Arenas Refuse to Host Free Palestine Tour

Macklemore Claims U.S. Arenas Refuse to Host Free Palestine Tour

November 06, 2026

Macklemore claps back. Continue reading…

The Weeknd Makes Touring History With $1.3 Billion Haul

The Weeknd Makes Touring History With $1.3 Billion Haul

November 06, 2026

The four-year long trek launched in July 2022. Continue reading…

Master P's Son Hercy Miller to Portray His Father in Snoop Biopic

Master P's Son Hercy Miller to Portray His Father in Snoop Biopic

November 06, 2026

This marks Hercy's feature film debut. Continue reading…

Future Taps Drake, Travis Scott and Loe Shimmy for 'Ya Hit'

Future Taps Drake, Travis Scott and Loe Shimmy for 'Ya Hit'

November 06, 2026

The track also features ad-libs from Sexyy Red. Continue reading…

Another One of Yella Beezy's Friends Testifies Against Him

Another One of Yella Beezy's Friends Testifies Against Him

November 06, 2026

Cedric Bradley smirked at Beezy as he exited the courtroom after testifying. Continue reading…

Yung Miami on Why She'd Go Back to Relive the City Girls Days

Yung Miami on Why She'd Go Back to Relive the City Girls Days

November 05, 2026

Yung Miami shares her honest, unfiltered takes on rap myths, industry scenarios and thought-provoking "would you rather" topics in XXL’s Keep It a Buck. Continue reading…

Biggest First-Week Sales for Hip-Hop Projects in 2026

Biggest First-Week Sales for Hip-Hop Projects in 2026

November 05, 2026

Big numbers, so far. Continue reading…

Ye Debuts New Yeezy Collection at Season 01 Fashion Show

Ye Debuts New Yeezy Collection at Season 01 Fashion Show

November 05, 2026

The brand returned to the runway after over a four-year hiatus. Continue reading…

Nicki Minaj Catches Ire of Chucky Doll Creator Over AI Memes

Nicki Minaj Catches Ire of Chucky Doll Creator Over AI Memes

November 05, 2026

Don't mess with Chucky. Continue reading…

Lil Durk Under Investigation for Alleged Contraband in Jail

Lil Durk Under Investigation for Alleged Contraband in Jail

November 05, 2026

The rapper is awaiting the judge's decision on his release on bond. Continue reading…

Feds Reject Lil Durk Support Letters, Want Rapper to Stay in Jail

Feds Reject Lil Durk Support Letters, Want Rapper to Stay in Jail

November 04, 2026

Feds want to keep Durk in jail. Continue reading…

Cynthia Erivo Cast as Tupac Shakur's Mother in Snoop Dogg Biopic

Cynthia Erivo Cast as Tupac Shakur's Mother in Snoop Dogg Biopic

November 04, 2026

The cast includes Lauren London, Algee Smith, G Perico and more. Continue reading…

Looze Cannon's Big Michael Freestyles Are Comedy Gold

Looze Cannon's Big Michael Freestyles Are Comedy Gold

November 04, 2026

Big Michael is hilarious. Continue reading…

Cardi B Introduces Son Grey Diggs to the World in New Photos

Cardi B Introduces Son Grey Diggs to the World in New Photos

November 04, 2026

Baby Brim's name has been revealed. Continue reading…

Blueface Posts Alleged Texts From All Three of His Kids' Mothers

Blueface Posts Alleged Texts From All Three of His Kids' Mothers

November 04, 2026

Blue shares texts from Chrisean Rock, Jaidyn Alexis and Nevaeh Akirah. Continue reading…

50 Cent Appears on Zoom for Cyberstalking Case, Tia Kemp No-Show

50 Cent Appears on Zoom for Cyberstalking Case, Tia Kemp No-Show

November 03, 2026

50 is not letting up on Yauntie. Continue reading…

The Ultimate 2026 Festival Guide for Hip-Hop Fans

The Ultimate 2026 Festival Guide for Hip-Hop Fans

November 03, 2026

LL Cool J, Big Boi, PND and more. Continue reading…

Takeoff Murder Trial Scheduled for Next Year

Takeoff Murder Trial Scheduled for Next Year

November 03, 2026

Takeoff's murder case continues to drag on. Continue reading…

Kool DJ Red Alert Announces Retirement From Radio After 40 Years

Kool DJ Red Alert Announces Retirement From Radio After 40 Years

November 03, 2026

What a run. Continue reading…

BigXThaPlug Feels Rap Is Dying, Says Drill Music Killed Hip-Hop

BigXThaPlug Feels Rap Is Dying, Says Drill Music Killed Hip-Hop

November 03, 2026

X hopes he's bringing it back, though. Continue reading…

The Only Thing Diddy Keeps Dropping Is Prison Release Dates

The Only Thing Diddy Keeps Dropping Is Prison Release Dates

November 03, 2026

The date has been changed nearly a dozen times since he was sentenced. Continue reading…

Yella Beezy's Friend Admits He Lied in Grand Jury Testimony

Yella Beezy's Friend Admits He Lied in Grand Jury Testimony

November 02, 2026

Beezy's friend finally testifies. Continue reading…

Lil Durk Put In Solitary for Talking Back to Jail Staff - Report

Lil Durk Put In Solitary for Talking Back to Jail Staff - Report

November 02, 2026

Durk is caught up in jail. Continue reading…

Ice Cube & Mike Epps Bring Craig & Day-Day Energy to New Podcast

Ice Cube & Mike Epps Bring Craig & Day-Day Energy to New Podcast

November 02, 2026

A stacked lineup of guests include rappers, comedians and more. Continue reading…

Spotify's New AI Feature Lets Fans Remix Songs for an Extra $5

Spotify's New AI Feature Lets Fans Remix Songs for an Extra $5

November 02, 2026

Spotify first announced plans for the feature in May. Continue reading…

Cardi B Condemns Bullying in NYC After Javits Frimpong's Death

Cardi B Condemns Bullying in NYC After Javits Frimpong's Death

November 02, 2026

The tragedy hits close to home for Bardi. Continue reading…

Drake Pulling Up to Ye's Show Was Not on Anyone's Bingo Card

Drake Pulling Up to Ye's Show Was Not on Anyone's Bingo Card

November 02, 2026

Drizzy pulled up with Travis Scott after hitting a Houston Rockets game. Continue reading…

Sexyy Red, Maino, Coi Leray & More Dress Up in Halloween Costumes

Sexyy Red, Maino, Coi Leray & More Dress Up in Halloween Costumes

November 02, 2026

Plus GloRilla, Dave East, Fabolous, Jim Jones and more. Continue reading…