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Ahead of the Fourth of July, Chance the Rapper shared a lengthy open letter to America, using the holiday to reflect on the country’s history, racial injustice and what true freedom should look like.Inspired by Frederick Douglass’ historic 1852 speech, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?,” Chance flipped the question, asking instead, “What to the Fourth of July is Juneteenth?” in an Instagram post on Friday (June 3). Throughout the post, the Chicago rapper criticized what he sees as America’s failure to fully reckon with its history while expressing hope that the country can still change.”I love…

Skip to main contentSkip to site footerChris Patrick – 2026 XXL FreshmanChris Patrick – 2026 XXL FreshmanMore From XXLCelebrate the 2016 XXL Freshman Class 10-Year Anniversary With a Documentary, New Interviews, Throwback Videos and MoreCelebrate the 2016 XXL Freshman Class 10-Year Anniversary With a Documentary, New Interviews, Throwback Videos and More2016 XXL Freshman Class 10-Year Anniversary – Documentary, New Interviews, Throwback Videos and More2016 XXL Freshman Class 10-Year Anniversary – Documentary, New Interviews, Throwback Videos and MoreThe 10 Best Hip-Hop Moments at the 2026 BET Awards Featuring Cardi B’s Big Win, Ms. Lauryn Hill’s Legendary Tribute, T.I.’s Lauded Performance and…

Big Tigger is making the choice to step away from the microphone for the moment, following his recent arrest for charges of aggravated battery and cruelty-to-children. On Sunday (July 5), Tigger shared a statement to his Instagram page announcing he’d be taking a hiatus, noting that his personal life has become far too much of a spectacle because of the current allegations against him. The personality serves as a radio host on Atlanta’s V-103 and often does hosting gigs for BET, among others.”For as long as I’ve been in this industry, my focus has always been to keep the spotlight…

Lance ‘Un’ Rivera has shared his thoughts after Jaÿ-Z mentioned him during his freestyle at the Roots Picnic back in May.”Have you n**gas no shame? Y’all tryna get under skin?/I really get under skin, ask Un how I’m playing,” Hov rapped on stage, referencing the 1999 incident where he stabbed Un, resulting in a misdemeanor charge of third-degree assault.In an open letter to Hov shared to his Instagram page on Sunday (July 5), Un spoke positively on his former friend. While complimenting Jay’s contributions to the culture, he noted how important Jay’s influence is and how powerful his journey has…

Offset had some choice words for Rylo Rodriguez after being mentioned on the Alabama rapper’s new album.On Friday (July 3), Rylo dropped his new effort S.K.A.T.E., making mention of the former Migos rapper on the cut “Eliza (Bless Me Up).””Freebandz, I’m locked in with Casino, but I’m not Offset,” he says on the song, which makes a play on rapper Casino, who’s signed to Future’s Freebandz label, as well as Offset’s alleged gambling issues.Set clearly did not take kindly to the name-drop and let off a series of posts to his Instagram Story after catching wind of it.”Talk gon make…

Lil Wayne reveals he is not engaged and recently broke up with his rumored fiancée.On Sunday (July 5), Weezy shared a grainy video on Instagram, where he set the record straight on some things, including his relationship status.”I would like to clear something up,” Tunechi says. “No, I am not engaged. I had a beautiful thing going with an amazing person. But, obviously, due to the validity of the temperature of today’s crazy world and culture, I considered I don’t want to be such a burden on such an amazing person. So, we decided to part.”Wayne captioned the post, “It…

6ix9ine reenacts the recently surfaced Gucci Mane kidnapping video.On July 2, Tekashi shared a video post on Instagram. In the clip, he is flanked by two men holding large water guns. One of the men smacks Tekashi with a large amount of cash.”You dropped!” Tekashi repeats, making fun of the newly released footage from the Pooh Shiesty robbery and kidnapping case that shows Gucci Mane telling Pooh that he is released from his 1017 contract at gunpoint.6ix9ine captioned the post: “I guess it’s not the same Gucci Mane that was smoking on POOKIE LOC tonightttttttttttt.”6ix9ine pokig fun at Guwop comes…

Shwayze On Saturday, July 4, 2026, Malibu’s own party rap legend Shwayze took over the stage at SeaLegs at the Beach in Orange County for an unforgettable Fourth of July celebration. With a packed crowd ready to celebrate Independence Day, Shwayze delivered a high-energy performance that had fans singing along from the very first song to the last. Running through a setlist filled with fan-favorite classics as well as tracks from their latest releases, Shwayze showcased exactly why they continue to be one of the most beloved names in the California beach music scene. The energy was nonstop as the…

Here is the 9th studio LP from Oakland, California recording artist & educator Ras Ceylon. Widely accepted for being the very first Sri Lankan emcee to emerge within the western hip hop canon by making his 1999 debut, he would later go on to join the Wu-Tang Killa Beez collective & drop 7 more full-lengths. However, he enlisted the late Oli “Power” Grant to executive producer Scrollz of Lion Rock prior to his passing with Holy Toledo Productions founder M-80 handling the A&R duties. After the compositional “Grand Entrance (Sigriya)” intro, “Word is Bond” featuring Cappadonna & Timbo King finds…

Here is the 9th studio LP from Oakland, California recording artist & educator Ras Ceylon. Widely accepted for being the very first Sri Lankan emcee to emerge within the western hip hop canon by making his 1999 debut, he would later go on to join the Wu-Tang Killa Beez collective & drop 7 more full-lengths. However, he enlisted the late Oli “Power” Grant to executive producer Scrollz of Lion Rock prior to his passing with Holy Toledo Productions founder M-80 handling the A&R duties. After the compositional “Grand Entrance (Sigriya)” intro, “Word is Bond” featuring Cappadonna & Timbo King finds…