Category Archives: Pop/Hip Hop/R&B

Ye Believes Diddy Is Being Extorted as Part of Me Too Movement

Ye is still on his marathon tweeting spree and is now claiming Diddy is being extorted as part of the Me Too Movement. Ye Tries to Discredit the Me Too Movement On Friday (Feb. 7), the artist formerly known as Kanye West continued the unhinged X rant he started on Thursday night (Feb. 6). He continued to show […]

GELO Drops His ‘Tweaker’ Remix With Lil Wayne

If you were under the impression that “Tweaker,” the throwback rap experiment from GELO — AKA basketball dynasty middle child LiAngelo Ball — was a novelty, prepare to be put into the spin cycle by the song’s crossover success. After weeks of halftime performances, viral playbacks in locker rooms across the NBA, and the sort […]

10 Famous Singers from Tennessee

Tennessee isn’t just the birthplace of country music—it’s a powerhouse of musical talent that has shaped the sound of multiple generations! From the honky-tonks of Nashville to the bluesy streets of Memphis and beyond, the Volunteer State has produced some of the most iconic singers in history. Whether it’s country, rock, blues, soul, or pop, […]

Lil Wayne’s Sensitive Skin, Post Malone’s Cul-de-Sac Party and More Rappers in 2025 Super Bowl Commercials

The Super Bowl is big business, and along with the game, major companies are shelling out hefty bags for Big Game ads. Some of rap’s most well-known names are making cameos in these expensive promos. While Lil Wayne did not get the call to perform at the Super Bowl in his hometown of New Orleans, and apparently won’t even […]

Megan Thee Stallion & Psy To Host ‘KPOPPED’ Show On Apple TV

Over the past few years, K-pop has emerged as a force in music, with the genre’s artists taking over the Billboard charts and forming timely collaborations with established stars Stateside. The East-meets-West fusion will deepen with the premiere of Apple TV’s new series KPOPPED, a song battle show which pairs stars from both continents to […]

10 Famous Singers from Mississippi

Mississippi isn’t just the birthplace of the blues—it’s the heart and soul of American music. From the Delta’s deep, haunting rhythms to the electrifying sounds of rock and roll, this Southern state has given the world some of its most legendary voices. Whether it’s the hip-shaking energy of Elvis Presley, the soul-stirring guitar of B.B. […]

Drake Takes A Dig At LeBron James With Lyric Change At Show

Rap beefs are one thing. But, watching a bromance dissolve in real-time is another level of pain. Sadly, this is precisely what Drake and LeBron James fans are experiencing. With supporters questioning the status of their friendship, the “Sideways” rapper made it clear things are not good. Yesterday (February 4) during opening night of Drake’s […]

XXL Awards 2025 Nominees and New Board Members

It’s that time of year again. The XXL Awards 2025 nominees and new board members have been announced. As we always do about this time, the XXL staff has chosen artists in 12 categories, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Lyricist of the Year, Producer of the Year and more. Kendrick Lamar […]