Puerto Rico has given the world some of the most electrifying and influential voices in music history, producing singers who transformed Latin pop, salsa, reggaeton, ballads, rap, and global dance music. From the colorful streets of San Juan to stages packed with fans across every continent, Puerto Rican artists brought rhythm, passion, charisma, and cultural […]
An admitted Young Dolph killer gets sentenced to 20 years in prison after accepting a plea deal. On Friday (May 15), Cornelius Smith, one of the men charged in the November 2021 killing of Memphis rapper Young Dolph, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and was sentenced to 20 years in prison, as part of a […]
Canada has produced some of the most influential and recognizable voices in modern music, shaping pop, rock, folk, jazz, country, rhythm and blues, and global chart culture across multiple generations. From the bustling streets of Toronto and Montreal to the rugged landscapes of the Prairies and Atlantic coast, Canadian singers brought originality, emotional depth, and […]
UPDATE (May 15): Kodak Black’s attorney has released the following statement to XXL regarding the rapper’s recent arrest: “This is from a case stemming from an incident over 5 months ago. Mr. Kapri self-surrendered on the matter yesterday and will get a bond today May 15, 2026. This seems to be an ongoing theme that […]
Mexico has given the world some of the most passionate, influential, and unforgettable voices in music history, producing singers who shaped ranchera, mariachi, Latin pop, bolero, rock en español, regional Mexican music, and global chart culture. From vibrant city stages to intimate cantinas and massive stadium concerts, Mexican artists brought emotion, storytelling, romance, heartbreak, and […]
Drake and Future reunite after their beef on the new Iceman album track “Ran to Atlanta.” On Friday (May 15), Drizzy finally put out his long-awaited Iceman LP, in addition to two more albums: Habibti and Maid of Honour. The Iceman album features guest appearances from the likes of 21 Savage, Molly Santana and Drake’s […]
Oklahoma has long been a breeding ground for unforgettable musical talent, producing singers whose voices have echoed through country music, rock, pop, jazz, folk, and soul for generations. From dusty honky tonks and church choirs to massive concert arenas and global radio stations, artists from the Sooner State have helped shape the sound of American […]
After 297 days and an immersive rollout, Drake’s new Iceman drops on Friday (May 15). First officially announced on July 21, 2025, the lead-up to the LP has included the Iceman episodes last summer, which featured the singles “What Did I Miss,” “Which One” and “Dog House” featuring Yeat and Julia Wolf. Then things went […]
Ohio has long been one of America’s richest musical breeding grounds, producing legendary voices that have shaped rock, soul, R&B, pop, country, funk, and hip hop for generations. From the energetic streets of Cleveland and Cincinnati to the soulful roots of smaller towns across the state, Ohio singers have delivered some of the most unforgettable […]
Latto may have already given birth to her first child after she appears in a Mother’s Day video message. On Wednesday (May 13), Latto appeared in an Instagram video for her Win Some Give Some Foundation where she saluted all the moms who showed up at her inaugural Big Mama Day celebration in honor of […]