(Interscope)Bowing out after six consecutive US No 1 albums, Cole references rap greats and even conjures a convo between Biggie and 2Pac – but the lens rarely strays from himself ...

Mental health is no longer a taboo topic in Hip Hop. What was once hidden behind bravado, coded lyrics or complete silence is now being spoken aloud in interviews, documentaries, podcasts and press ...

If you like Bun B, what other Houston rappers should you listen to? He's got a list. The artist who once again took over Black Heritage Day and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo sat down with with ...

NBA YoungBoy opens up in a Complex interview about music growth, emotional change, and a viral moment involving a pop star.

Molly Santana is comfortable in her own skin. The 20-year-old punk-inspired rapper is a rising star in the continuously expanding underground scene. But despite the space becoming crowded with new ...

AB the Producer, also known as AB the Pro or Aleem Bilal, talks about his musical background, his music and projects, how he got to where he is at in his career, and the producers who influence him.

DDG is ahead of his time. As a YouTuber-turned-rap star, the multihyphenate entertainer has a unique perspective on the rap game. A rap game that has seen more content creators easing their way in ...

Editor’s Note: This story appears in the Fall 2025 issue of XXL Magazine, on newsstands now and available for sale on the XXL website. Babyfxce E stepped onto the stage of a Detroit strip club for his ...