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November 29, 2023
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A Federal Judge Has Upheld Rapper C-Murder’s Murder Conviction

[ad_1] For nearly fourteen years, New Orleans rapper C-Murder has been trying to get his murder conviction overturned. C-Murder has always insisted he was an innocent man and did not commit the crimes he had been accused of committing. Now, according to reports, the conviction has been upheld. A federal judge has upheld C-Murder’s murder conviction despite recantations by two key witnesses who now claim their testimony implicating the rapper was false.The Nov. 13 ruling by U.S. District Judge Sarah S. Vance denies a habeas petition by C-Murder’s attorneys,...

November 29, 2023
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Watch XXL’s Cypher Lab With Latto, Flo Milli and More

[ad_1] That's the way things are looking for hip-hop going into 2024. Lady MCs have banned together and are dominating the game like never before. The first lady of Atlanta, Latto, is one of the leading artists at the forefront of the modern-day women's hip-hop movement. So it made sense for XXL to have her curate an all-women cypher where bars were spit, skills were flexed and sisterhood shined.For this special event, Latto picked some of her favorite femcees:Flo Milli, Monaleo, Mello Buckzz and Maiya The Don.Watch XXL's first cypher lab, a showcase of the future female hip-hop stars, curated by Latto.Watch a group interview with the ladies of XXL's cypher lab...

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November 29, 2023
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BIA Drops Visuals for “Milano” ft. Sfera Ebbasta and Fivio Foreign

[ad_1] BIA continues to dominate 2023 by releasing the music video for “Milano,” featuring Italian sensation Sfera Ebbasta and NYC’s Fivio Foreign. The track, a standout from the international deluxe edition of BIA’s “Really Her EP,” underscores the Boston-born artist’s global impact and her seamless integration into the international drill scene. Directed by VisionBank, known for their work with Polo G and Moneybagg Yo, the visuals complement the track’s success. Notably, “Milano” has already achieved Gold status in Italy, and the video is rapidly gaining traction following its...

November 29, 2023
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Watch Flo Milli Rap in an All-Women Cypher

[ad_1] Flo MilliInterview: Georgette ClineImage: Akira RuizEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands in December.The Flo Military, the fan army for Mobile, Ala. rapper Flo Milli, would immediately recognize the woman in Latto and XXL’s all-female cypher as their general. However, today, Flo brings Dirty Floana, a sexy, spicy and sassy version of her four alter egos that wears black leather, shows a whole lot of underboob and dons long, wavy tresses. Flo Ski, a tomboy with dreads; Florence Million, everyone’s favorite with the hair flips; and Flo Jo, an arrogant, in-your-face version of Milli, make up the other three. The monikers she’s given to the other parts of...

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November 29, 2023
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Dreamville and Mass Appeal Unveil Exclusive Hip Hop 50 Collection

[ad_1] In commemoration of Hip Hop History Month, Dreamville and Mass Appeal have joined forces to introduce an exclusive collection. The lineup includes a hat, hoodie, long sleeve t-shirt, short sleeve t-shirt, and a retro satin Starter jacket. Each piece proudly features Mass Appeal’s Hip Hop 50 logo, paying homage to the 50th anniversary of the influential genre. “Hip hop celebrating its 50th birthday is a major milestone, one worth celebrating. Dreamville and Mass Appeal have come together with this special collection to highlight those that came before us...

November 29, 2023
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Watch Maiya The Don Rap in an All-Women Cypher

[ad_1] Maiya The DonInterview: Aleia WoodsImage: Akira RuizEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands in December.With her Brooklyn roots, ferocious tone and quick-witted bars, Maiya The Don creates music reminiscent of Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown. The raptress has been focused on getting her footing while her place in hip-hop gets cemented. Following the recent release of her album, Hot Commodity, Maiya Earley, 22, hit the road for the first time, offering support for Flo Milli’s Thanks for Coming Here, Ho Tour. She’s on her way up.XXL: How did you feel about participating in the cypher?Maiya The Don: I actually was particularly excited about Latto picking me. It was...

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November 29, 2023
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Teyana Taylor Alleges That Iman Shumpert Uses Their Kids for Photo Opps

[ad_1] Shocking details have been revealed in a new court filing by Teyana Taylor. The Harlem beauty is accusing her husband Iman Shumpert of leaving the kids with help when they are in his care and using them for photo opportunities. She alleges that the Iman also has a “nonchalant attitude” about their daughters’ fame — particularly Junie’s which worries her, especially when he has her in public settings. Radar Online reports: Teyana Taylor says her estranged husband, Iman Shumpert, “leaves” their daughters with others when he’s supposed to be watching...

November 29, 2023
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Watch Monaleo Rap in an All-Women Cypher, Read Her Interview

[ad_1] MonaleoInterview: Georgette ClineImage: Akira RuizEditor’s Note: This story appears in the Winter 2023 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands in December.Schooling people on how to say a name can be tiresome, but Monaleo has turned it into a money maker. The title of the 22-year-old Houston native’s recent performance trek, The Monaleo Like Monalisa Tour, is a teachable moment whenever anyone reads or says her rap moniker. Big Leo's 2021 track, “Beating Down Yo Block,” and a look in Beyoncé’s Ivy park campaign that same year put her on the map. She kept her name buzzing over the last three years as an indie artist signed to the label Stomp Records with consistent singles. This past...

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November 29, 2023
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The YSL Trial: Defense Attorney’s Push for Mistrial Denied on Day One

[ad_1] The YSL Rico Trial is underway, and the opening day saw the defense attempting to receive a mistrial. According to court reporter Jewel Wicker, Young Thug’s attorney Brian Steel, noted the prosecution had “intentional misconduct” by not providing “all of their displays and opening statements,” which were previously requested by the judge. “Three weeks ago, you ordered the parties to share all of their displays and opening statement to the others so we don’t have to have these interruptions. I did that,” Steel said. “The state shared with me...

November 29, 2023
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Watch All-Women Cypher With Latto, Flo Milli, Monaleo and More

[ad_1] There’s a science to rapping. It involves the chemistry of flow, voice, tone and lyrics. When, if mixed at the correct quantities, all four can combine to make a combustible outcome. Thus is the case when Latto, Flo Milli, Monaleo, Maiya The Don and Mello Buckzz step into the first-ever XXL Cypher Lab, presented by the Starz Original Series Power Book III: Raising Kanan, below.Filmed in October at Hudson River Studios in Union City, N.J, these five artists came together to drop bars in a cypher curated by Latto. Women in hip-hop have ruled 2023, and the four rising femcees Latto chose are some of the names to look out for. With Pooh Beatz...

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