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This year marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 XXL Freshman Class, one of the most influential groups of  rappers ever assembled, a pivotal moment in hip-hop’s evolution. The legendary 2016 Class introduced fans to 10 new forces in rap: Lil Uzi Vert, 21 Savage, Kodak Black, Lil Yachty, Denzel Curry, Anderson .Paak, Desiigner, G Herbo, Dave East and Lil Dicky.In partnership with Rémy Martin—who launched a campaign last year celebrating a new definition of success—the 2016 XXL Freshman Class 10-Year Anniversary series, hosted by DJ Drama, brings the same spirit to life by discovering how intention, authenticity and personal calling have shaped the…

The Tupac Shakur murder trial is scheduled to begin next month, with the judge reportedly ruling yesterday that an old interview that suspect Duane “Keefe D” Davis gave to the police is admissible at trial.Nearly 30 years after the rap icon’s killing, the trial for the only person charged with the crime is slated ot being on Aug. 10, following multiple delays. During a pre-trial hearing on Tuesday (July 28), Las Vegas judge Carli Kierny made a ruling, allowing a 2008 police interview where Keefe D gave details about the murder to be used in court, The Associated Press reports.…

21 Savage is already looking to go for baby number two with Latto after the new mom’s most recent Instagram post. Last Sunday (July 26), 21 had a moment when viewing Latto’s carousel post of photos from the set of her new video “Okayyy” with Doja Cat. Choosing a photo where his girl leaves very little to the imagination, 21 shared it to his Instagram Story and asked for a second child with her.”Can we have another 1 pleaseeeeeeeee,” he wrote with heart eye emojis.The pair welcomed their first baby together in May, just a few weeks ahead of the…

And just that fast, Blueface has already denied that he finally claimed paternity of his son with Chrisean Rock, instead insinuating that Chrisean shared the post from his page.On Tuesday (July 28), just hours after sharing a photo on his Instagram Story of Chrisean holding her two-year-old son Chrisean Jr. with the caption, “My son,” Blue had a different tune in a post to X. “Yall know damn well I ain’t post none of dat sh*t lol but as you can see what’s making Chrisean hurt by the post she took down,” he wrote. Blue was seemingly referring to a…

The 2026 XXL Freshman Class season is coming to a close with the last of the Freshman Class cyphers. After Chris Patrick, La Reezy, Sosocamo, Slayr, Miles Minnick and Hurricane Wisdom showcased their skills in the first cypher, now it’s time for Trap Dickey, YKNiece, Skrilla, Babyfxce E and Belly Gang Kushington raise the bar in their cypher.This time, each rapper spits their verses over a menacing, piano-driven beat courtesy of producers Smkexclsv and Dewhaun. And DJ Drama is back to make sure the cypher’s complete.South Carolina native Trap Dickey kicks things off first by repping the Palmetto State. “Ni**as love to say they rich, but do…

Ye admits that he had a mental health episode during the making of his Bully album.On Tuesday (July 28), Yeezy spoke to attendees at the Urban One Summit on a phone call with Gamma. CEO Larry Jackson, where Ye talked about his recent musical achievements meaning more because he was going through such turmoil personally.“A year into making the project [Bully], I went into an episode,” Ye said. “So, this right here is a celebration and a victory, and a success story of people who have dealt with mental health crises.””To be able to come out of it and have…

Harlem, New York emcee Dave East reuniting with Harry Fraud for his 6th solo LP. Breaking out in 2014 off his 8th mixtape Black Rose, this resulted in the man signing a joint deal with Def Jam Recordings & even Nas’ independently owned Mass Appeal Records as well as a spot in the iconic 2016 XXL Freshman Class. However, his full-length debut Survival wouldn’t come out until 3 years later & was very disappointing in the sense that he tried appealing to a more mainstream audience that just didn’t exist. The sophomore effort Hoffa proved to be better as did his final Def Jam offering Fortune Favors the Bold & APT 6E produced by Mike &…

After repeatedly denying his paternity, it appears that Blueface has seemingly confirmed he’s the father of Chrisean Rock’s son.On Monday (July 27), Blueface shared a photo on his Instagram Story of Chrisean holding her two-year-old son Chrisean Jesus Porter Jr., along with the caption, “My son.” The Los Angeles rapper deleted the photo shortly after, but he was too late as it already gone viral on social media.The post comes after Blue reunited with his ex Chrisean at a boat party in Los Angeles last week. Despite the reality-TV star-turned boxer telling Blue their longstanding beef won’t be over until…

Ice Spice is adding another venture to her résumé with the release of her first-ever fragrance.Last Wednesday (July 22), the Bronx rapper officially launched her In Ha Mood Eau de Parfum. The fragrance is available through Ulta Beauty’s TikTok Shop before it receives a wider release on Ulta’s website in August. Fans can purchase the fragrance in three sizes: 0.33 ounces for $28, 1 ounce for $58 and 3.4 ounces for $79.The fragrance takes its name from Ice Spice’s 2023 single “In Ha Mood,” one of the standout songs from her breakout EP, Like..?. According to the product description, the…

Cardi B explains her “can’t trap me” lyric from a new viral song teaser.On Monday (July 27), Bardi shared a video clip on social media that shows her rapping to an unreleased track on the beach.”B**ches be swearing they so f**kng bad, I don’t see it/A ni**a can’t trap me, I won’t keep him,” she raps.Bardi later gave insight into the bar on Instagram Live”First thing’s first, I know exactly what I said on that line,” she said. “Sometimes a nig**a think that because you have a baby with them…That’s it’s like, you won’t move the f**k on…Nah, b**ch, I’ll…