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June 24, 2022
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Azealia Banks Claims Beyonce Is Trying to Erase Her Contributions

[ad_1] Azealia Banks is calling out Beyoncé and claiming Queen Bey is trying to erase the Harlem, N.Y. rapper's contributions to house music.Beyoncé has had the music world talking after releasing her new single "Break My Soul," which finds Jay-Z's wife tapping into house music. Earlier today (June 24), Azealia Banks, who has been a purveyor of house music throughout her career, went on her Instagram Story and went in.Azealia Banks' rant started in written form. She first shared a quote from an anonymous source in a Metro UK article that claimed Bey used Banks' music as well as others to "brainstorm" for upcoming records.“She loves the fact that so many Black writers and DJs are thriving...

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June 24, 2022
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Megan Thee Stallion Says Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Led to Deal With Hov

[ad_1] Megan Thee Stallion's obsession with Flamin' Hot Cheetos brings a whole new meaning to the phrase hot girl summer, and the snack favorite is part of the reason the Houston rap star was sold on signing with Jay-Z.On Thursday (June 24), Megan Thee Stallion spoke during the “If You’re Not First, You’re Last” panel at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in Cannes, France, where she recounted joining Jay-Z's Roc Nation management team in 2019.“I thought I was coming to meet the leader and it was just going to be Roc Nation staff like showing me around,” she recalled according to PageSix. “And then Jay-Z walks in the room, and I’m like,...

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June 24, 2022
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Here’s What Every XXL Freshman Class Has Brought to Hip-Hop

[ad_1] From the very first Freshman class in 2007 to this year’s 15th anniversary, every artist inducted over the last decade-and-a-half share one thing in common: this milestone moment in their careers helped serve as a catalyst for their stardom.Over the last 15 years, XXL has proudly and confidently assumed the responsibility of predicting the next rap stars to take over hip-hop. Every day, new artists burst onto the scene with the makings of the next J. Cole or Kendrick Lamar, two former XXL Freshmen from the 2010 and 2011 classes, respectively. Annually, a group of artists, whether it’s 10, 11 or 12 (and one year even nine), grace the cover after showcasing the...

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June 24, 2022
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Babyface Ray’s 2022 XXL Freshman Freestyle

[ad_1] The Detroit rap scene's artists have made a hefty amount of noise over the last few years. Though Babyface Ray's entire brand is built off being stilly, his movement has been one of the loudest. By laying the groundwork and building a sizable catalog, his status in hip-hop has been consistently going in an upwards direction. That’s why he recently earned his spot in the 2022 XXL Freshman Class. The Midwest rhymer puts his skills to the test in his Freshman freestyle, where he rhymes off-the-top for close to two minutes.The opening scene of Babyface Ray sitting on a gold throne and sporting a white, striped ’fit speaks to how comfortable he is whenever it’s time to step...

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June 24, 2022
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Ray J Struggles to Hit Notes on His Own Song During Verzuz

[ad_1] The latest Verzuz battle between Omarion and Mario went down last night (June 23), but Ray J stole the show for the wrong reasons.The hits contest between the millennial R&B stars took place live from Los Angeles. In a twist, the main event featured a preshow battle between Ray J and Bobby V vs. Pleasure P and Sammie. Things went a little left when Ray J performed his 2005 hit "One Wish." In video of the show, Ray is seen struggling to belt out the notes of the slow R&B ballad while he holds his son.Seeing their comrade in peril, the other three singers attempted to help out by adding some...

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June 24, 2022
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SoFaygo’s 2022 XXL Freshman Freestyle

[ad_1] There is power in an artist visualizing their dream and seeing success before it happens. Self-belief is first, then action and commitment. For 20-year-old Atlanta artist SoFaygo, he checks all three boxes. The newly minted 2022 XXL Freshman believed he would be a famous artist before he even started creating. Now, he showcases his ability to deliver rhymes off the top in his Freshman freestyle.Rising up from SoundCloud's underground scene, SoFaygo's popularity has only increased with his songs like "Knock Knock," racking up 183 million Spotify streams. But life isn't always sweet these days. "I just got a lot on my mind, I been thinkin'/I just pray a nigga don't drown in the deep...

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June 24, 2022
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Chris Brown, Lupe Fiasco, Cochise and More – New Hip-Hop Projects

[ad_1] Summer is officially here, so that means hip-hop is ready to ramp up with new music releases. This time, one of the most talented artists across multiple genres drops a project that many have been keeping their eyes on, and a masterful wordsmith from Chicago puts out his first LP in four years. Also, a Florida rhymer unleashes his sophomore album just as he's been announced as a 2022 XXL Freshman and much more.Just as he's about to embark on a massive 36-date tour alongside Lil Baby, Chris Brown drops off his highly anticipated 10th studio album, Breezy. Following the release of his 2020 joint project with Young Thug, Slime & B, the "Iffy" singer's...

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June 24, 2022
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A Calculated Look at 15 Years of XXL Freshman By The Numbers

[ad_1] Numbers on the BoardsCalculations by Joey EchevarriaEditor’s Note: This story will appear in the Summer 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands soon.If G Herbo’s mama told him one thing, that’s to "run it up." Now that the 2022 XXL Freshman Class has been revealed, members of each class over the past 15 years have been taking Herbo's mom's advice and the proof is in the stats.Many former Freshmen have gone on to do major things within hip-hop and beyond, expanding to many forms of entertainment since landing on the coveted XXL covers. Future and Jack Harlow just recently dropped singles that made their way to the very top of the Billboard Hot 100...

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June 24, 2022
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Crowd Leaves ASAP Rocky Performance After He Shows Up Late

[ad_1] A$AP Rocky recently showed up so late for a performance in Manchester, U.K. that he ended up going on after the show's headliner, Red Hot Chili Peppers.For the month of June, A$AP Rocky has been on tour with the Peppers in Europe, performing five dates on the famed rock band's Global Tour. However, during the show at Emirates Old Trafford on Wednesday (June 22), the Harlem, N.Y. rapper reportedly arrived so late he became the headliner by default. During the show, an announcement was shown that read: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, A$AP Rocky will now play immediately after Red Hot Chili Peppers."The change in lineup caused many fans who had come to see RHCP...

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June 24, 2022
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Lil Tjay Still Unconscious After Surgery for Gunshot Wounds

[ad_1] Lil Tjay is currently in a more serious state regarding his health after he was shot yesterday.On Thursday (June 23), TMZ reported an update on Lil Tjay's health status after the rapper was shot multiple times Wednesday morning (June 22), in Edgewater, N.J. and underwent emergency surgery. The Bronx, N.Y. native supposedly remains unconscious since undergoing surgery. The rapper reportedly moved his legs yesterday, but has not had any significant movement since. He is apparently scheduled to undergo a CT scan.According to the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office in New Jersey, Lil Tjay was initially admitted into the hospital in critical condition, but later upgraded to stable condition. It is unclear if there was some...

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