Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand-new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be really difficult to stay aware of what’s out and also what’s hot, so XXL decided to make things much easier for you. Instead of sorting out nearly everything that released this week, we’ve narrowed it down to strictly the best […]
Curtis Mayfield, born on June 3, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, was an American singer, songwriter, and producer who made significant contributions to soul, R&B, and funk music. Known for his silky falsetto voice, socially conscious lyrics, and innovative musical arrangements, Mayfield emerged as a powerful voice during the Civil Rights Movement and became a symbol […]
Cardi B and Offset have had their ups-and-downs — and it seems like they might be having a rocky patch again. In a since-deleted Instagram story from a few days ago, Offset accused Cardi of cheating on him, according to Cosmopolitan. Still, the Bronx rapper is denying the rumors. She even hosted a Twitter space […]
K-pop songs are the vibrant and infectious tunes that have taken the world by storm. Originating in South Korea, K-pop (Korean pop) is a genre that blends catchy melodies, high-energy performances, and captivating visuals to create a unique musical experience. K-pop songs are characterized by their addictive hooks, polished production, and a fusion of various […]
Hip-hop closes out June on a high note with the release of some fresh new sounds. Ahead of the Fourth of July Weekend, a Philadelphia-bred juggernaut drops an LP the whole game has been waiting on, an established rapper-producer combo drops a new project, a rising star from the bubbling Detroit scene unleashes his debut album and more. […]
Latto‘s latest single, “Put It On Da Floor” has proven to be one of the buzziest hip-hop tracks of the year. Though she doesn’t specifically diss any rapper by name (despite a line many took as shade toward Coi Leray), she keeps all of her opps on notice. Additionally, several rappers have dropped freestyles over […]
West Virginia, a state nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, has inspired a collection of songs that capture its rugged beauty, rich heritage, and the resilient spirit of its people. From folk ballads to bluegrass tunes, the songs about West Virginia embody the essence of this captivating state. The melodies and lyrics of these songs often […]
Ja Rule tried to wow the crowd during a recent festival performance by rising from a paramedics’ stretcher during his set. However, people on social media are clowning the move. Ja Rule’s Stretcher Intro Over the weekend, Ja Rule was one of the acts who performed at Nelly‘s Hot in Herre Festival in Toronto. It appears […]
John Lennon, born John Winston Lennon, was an iconic English singer, songwriter, and peace activist who is best known as one of the founding members of the Beatles. Born in 1940 in Liverpool, England, Lennon’s talent, creativity, and outspoken personality made him one of the most influential figures in the history of popular music. As […]
Earl Sweatshirt most recently released Sick! at the top of 2022, an album that Joe Budden didn’t particularly like. But given its No. 80 debut on the Billboard 200, it looks like most everyone else did. “Even though he’s grown up, though, there remains an element of inscrutability in his music, a chip on his […]