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It’s that time of year when your favorite rappers rock the mic at some of the most popular music festivals worldwide.One of the largest rap festivals, Rolling Loud, will hosts its three-day event in Orlando, Fla., from May 8 to 10. The headlining acts this year include YoungBoy Never Broke Again, Don Toliver, and Playboi Carti. But other artists like Chief Keef, Destroy Lonely, Pooh Shiesty, Luh Tyler, TiaCorine, Big30, Sexyy Red, and more will also hit the stage.Speaking of Sexyy Red she is going to be busy this summer. The St. Louis rapper will perform at several festivals, including…
Lil Wayne insists that he’s too good to be replaced by AI.On Wednesday (March 18), Tunechi appeared on the Not Just Football with Cam Heyward and Hayden Walsh podcast, where the Louisiana rap legend talked about his musical journey, connection to sports and more. The sit-down also included Wayne addressing the rise of AI in music.”It’s a challenge,” Wayne said. “I love that AI is what it is. ’Cause, man, I love to be able to stand right next to whoever AI is—he, she, whatever AI is—stand right next to them and say, ‘I’m still better.'”“My friends were a little…
Rick Ross has reportedly issued Remy Ma a cease-and-desist letter over her new move about a correctional officer-turned-rapper.On Wednesday (March 18), TMZ broke the news about Rozay attempting to impede the release of the film, which is titled The Biggest Boss and is slated to be released on the new Remy Ma Network this summer. The film centers around a C.O. who steals a drug dealer’s life story and flips the situation into a rap career. Ross is reportedly claiming the film features unauthorized use of his music and trade name, and he is trying to stop its release.The plot…
17&18 are a duo from Detroit Michigan consisting of C.R.I.M. & Forever Foy. One of whom I met in 2021 at the release party for Fatt Father’s 5th album Soccer Dad produced by Middle Finger Music co-founder Foul Mouth & the other began his career a year later, starting up his own label Forever & a Day Entertainment too. Crossing paths with each other at a show towards the backend of 2024, they’ve since been plotting to make their introduction & have dropped their full-length studio debut to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. “No Direction” starts us off having both members trading…
The Musalini returns with his new project Don Dada, with production handled by Don D. The intro track, “Ball Up,” sets the tone with lyrics about wealth, success, and living a high-level lifestyle. “Midnight Train” featuring Silent Snipers continues with themes of hustling, success, and staying original in the rap game. Next, “Right @ You” (featuring Key and Izzy Hott) focuses on luxury living, including travel, fashion, and confidence. “Champagne Music” is all about enjoying life—celebrating, spending money, and romance—creating a relaxed, feel-good vibe. The title track, “Don Dada,” highlights Musalini’s success and reputation, with a smooth beat and lyrics…
Jay-Z is set to perform two shows at New York’s Yankee Stadium to celebrate the 30th and 25th anniversaries of Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint, respectively.On Wednesday (March 18), Roc Nation announced on their Instagram page that Jay-Z will celebrate the anniversaries of Reasonable Doubt and The Blueprint with two historic concerts at Yankee Stadium in New York. The IG post features a blueprint of the famed Yankee Stadium with Jay-Z’s name typographically written with the umlaut over the ÿ. Hov is set to perform his 1996 classic album Reasonable Doubt on July 10 and his 2001 masterpiece The Blueprint…
Mystikal has reportedly entered a guilty plea in his Louisiana rape case and could spend up to 20 years in prison.On Tuesday (March 17), the rapper appeared in Ascension Parish court, where he pleaded guilty to third-degree rape in connection with his 2022 arrest, local news station WAFB 9 reports. The judge also ordered a presentencing investigation. Mystikal’s sentencing date is scheduled for June 16, where he faces a maximum of 20 years.XXL has reached out to Mystikal’s attorney and the Ascension Parish Clerk for comment.Mystikal, born Michael Tyler, was arrested on July 30, 2022, after an alleged victim, who…
It’s no secret that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is a hip-hop fan. So when he was asked who are his favorite top five rappers of all-time, he lists some notable lyrical heavyweights.On Tuesday (March 17), a viral video hit the social media radar of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani talking with educator and writer Jose Vilson about his initiative of expanding New York’s 3-K and Pre-K programs in all five boroughs. In the clip, which can be viewed below, Vilson wraps up his conversation with the mayor by giving him a hard-hitting question.Vilson asked Mayor Mamdani who…
Define Me: JorjianaThe Midwest rapper shares the stories behind some of her biggest songs.Words: Peter A. BerryIt’d be easy to label Jorjiana as just another Bhad Bhabie, but she’s a lot more humble. She gives off a quiet humility, largely unimpressed with her own accomplishments, which are considerable. Since unloading tracks like “ILBB2” in 2024, the Indiana native used a subdued flow and Michigan-inflected soundscapes to make her way onto rap’s radar. She’s got the aesthetic hallmarks of a viral star, but she’d say she’s more than that. Project 2019, the 14-track effort she dropped this past November, showcases her skills. After delivering her latest single,…
SleazyWorld Go has been convicted of being a felon in possession of a firearm in federal court.On March 13, the jury returned a mixed verdict in the Kansas City rapper’s case. They found Sleazy, born Joseph Isaac, not guilty of possession of a machine gun, but guilty of knowingly possessing a Romarm/Cugir 7.62x39mm pistol, according to court documents obtained by XXL.The case originated after SleazyWorld Go, who is barred from possessing firearms due to a 2016 robbery conviction in Michigan, was spotted on social media holding guns. An investigation was started in 2022 and police discovered over 30 posts showing…