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Producer Nik Dean Details Working on Travis Scott's 'Skitzo'
Nick Dean shares the story behind working on Travis Scott's "Skitzo" in an interview with XXL magazine.
Sam Lecca Drops Gems on Getting a Rapper's Vision in Music Videos
Sam Lecca, partner and executive producer at Polo Grounds Films, offers advice on transitioning into the music industry, ways to capture an artist's vision in video and more in an exclusive interview with XXL.
Bas Explains Why 'Ho Chi Minh' Is Dedicated to Vietnam President
Bas breaks down the meaning of his lyrics in the song "Ho Chi Minh" in an interview with XXL magazine.
Byron Messia Discusses His Rap Influences & How It Influences Him
Byron Messia talks his love for hip-hop, breakout song "Talibans" and more in an interview with XXL magazine.
Sha EK Shares the Stories Behind Five Songs That Define Him
Sha EK breaks down five songs that show who he truly is as an artist in an interview with XXL magazine.
Tee Grizzley Reveals 20 Honest Thoughts on Video Games & More
Tee Grizzley fills in the blanks in an interview with XXL magazine.
Lil Tecca's To-Do List for 2024 Includes Creating a Video Game
Lil Tecca shares his big plans for 2024 in exclusive interview with XXL.
15 of the Best Events Celebrating Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary
Birthdays are never the worst days when it comes to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. See the best events that took place in 2023.
Here Are the Best Rapper-Hosted Podcasts
Diversifying the hustle is a motto these rappers live by since entering the podcast business.
Where Does the World of Hip-Hop Touring Go From Here?
In a year marked by show cancellations, temperamental ticket sales and a shift in demand, XXL takes a look at where hip-hop touring goes from here.
A Look at Why Sampling in Hip-Hop Sounds More Familiar Than Ever
Sampling in hip-hop has been going on since the genre’s inception, but in 2023, it’s been more prevalent than ever. XXL dives deep to discuss why everything sounds familiar.