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Marshmello Wants to Work With Lil Uzi Vert, Future and 21 Savage

[ad_1] Hip-Hop JunkieMaking hits with rappers comes easy when you’re a true fan of hip-hop like Marshmello.Words: Bianca TorresEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Winter 2020 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.The worldwide famous EDM producer/DJ Marshmello has been an avid hip-hop fan since as far back as he can remember. When the Philadelphia native wasn’t playing music with his rock band growing up, he was enjoying the records of rap group Three 6 Mafia. Eventually, he became a heavy hip-hop collaborator working with artists such as Lil Peep, Logic, Roddy Ricch, Tyga and 42 Dugg. This year, the 28-year-old music star produced Juice Wrld’s “Hate The Other Side” featuring...

Dr. Dre’s Wife Claims He Held a Gun to Her Head Twice

[ad_1] Dr. Dre's soon-to-be ex-wife, Nicole Young, has accused the famed producer of abuse while they were married.According to legal documents filed on Jan. 5, which were obtained by the Daily Mail in an article published on Wednesday (Jan. 13), Nicole said in her divorce filing that Dr. Dre put a gun to her head on two separate occasions during their 25-year marriage. She also said that she was allegedly punched in the head twice as well."I have explained in excruciating and painful detail the abuse that Andre has perpetuated against me over our more than 25-year relationship," the divorce filing explains. "Andre has held a gun to my head on two occasions, on...

Hip-Hop Reacts to President Trump Being Impeached Twice

[ad_1] President Trump has officially become the first president to be impeached twice and hip-hop is sharing their thoughts on the historical moment.According to the Los Angeles Times on Wednesday (Jan. 13), the House majority—Democrats and 10 Republicans—charged No. 45 earlier today with inciting the violent insurrection that took place on Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol. The final vote, which is the most bipartisan (an agreement between two opposing political parties) in U.S. history, was 232-197.The chaotic riot, which was sparked by President-elect Joe Biden's ultimate victory over Trump, resulted in five deaths.Donald Trump currently has one week left in his presidency as Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be inaugurated into...

The Break Presents: Ola Runt

[ad_1] Ola Runt's path to rap recognition has been full of ups and downs, but he eventually found his calling, and it was behind the mic. As a teen, he was in and out of juvenile detention until at 16, he ended up doing five years behind bars for breaking into cars and being involved in armed robberies. It was during that time that the Atlanta native started rapping in jail, writing his raps and honing a new craft.He got out of jail in 2018, at 21 years old, and had a new focus on music. To help pursue his passion, Ola's father built him a studio, and the rapper spent the entire year...

Snoop Dogg Says He and Eminem Are Good After Em Called Out Snoop

[ad_1] According to Snoop Dogg, all is well between himself and Eminem after Snoop left Em out of his top 10 favorite rappers list and the Detroit rhymer called out the Long Beach, Calif. rapper on the Side-B to this Music to Be Murdered By album.On Tuesday (Jan. 12), an Instagram page called @rapcyph3r posted a throwback image of  Snoop, Em and Dr. Dre. The photo was captioned, "I wonder what changed..!!." The Dogg Father offered some clarification on the status of his relationship with Em and Dre, writing in the comment section of the post, "Nothing we good," adding an arm flexing emoji.Snoop Dogg clearing the air comes after Eminem name-dropped the veteran rhymer on...

25 Perfectly Executed Hip-Hop Beat Switches

[ad_1] Real music heads live for a good beat switch. How those diversions are executed is everything though. As usual, the ones with less flaws live rent free in people’s minds, especially hip-hop fans.Most fans remember their first time listening to Kanye West’s 2016 song “Famous,” which quickly emerged as one ’Ye’s G.O.A.T. tracks thanks to the beat breakdown when Sister Nancy's 1982 dancehall song "Bam Bam" sounds off. The track was finessed by nearly 10 different producers and serves as proof that having multiple sets of hands in the pot isn’t always a bad thing. The same thing can be said for Travis Scott and Drake’s diamond-certified 2018 hit “Sicko Mode,” which tapped five different...

NoCap Surrenders to Police for Probation Violation

[ad_1] NoCap is back behind bars.About two weeks after revealing to fans via Instagram that he has 30 days to turn himself in to police in Alabama, the rising rapper surrendered to police on Monday (Jan. 11). According to the Mobile County Sheriff's Office inmate database, NoCap, born Kobe Crawford, is currently in custody for probation violation in Alabama.NoCap currently has an open case that's been looming over his head since 2019. It's unclear what NoCap did to violate his probation and if he has been granted any sort of bond.On Dec. 28, 2019, NoCap offered a candid update on his legal issues and also shared information about his personal life.In an Instagram post, the "Ghetto Angels" rhymer explained...

A Look at Lil Uzi Vert’s Insane Custom Car Collection

[ad_1] Lil Uzi Vert’s custom car collection is unrivaled. Over the last four years, he’s put millions of dollars into a number of luxury whips that are often praised by his fans for their anime-inspired wraps and vibrant color schemes.The unique designs, which tap on mangas like Kimi ni Todoke and animations like Cowboy Bepop, can be credited to Michael Layton and his 20-man team at design shop Car Effex in Sewell, N.J. Though it takes a lot of time, they’ve embraced the task of putting the layers of Uzi’s wild imagination on wheels. From different wrap ideas to more horsepower, Layton and his team stay busy crafting cars for Uzi's approval. Two years ago,...

The Kid Laroi Goes From Rookie Rapper to Streaming Success

[ad_1] Show & ProveWords: Kemet HighEditor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Winter 2020 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.Buy XXL Magazine's Winter Issue HereWhile most 17-year-olds are wrapping up high school, The Kid Laroi is emerging as a rap star. This year, the Australian native cracked the Billboard 200 chart top 5 with his debut mixtape, F*ck Love, which peaked at No. 3. The tape, released in July, was pushed to higher heights when the deluxe version, F*ck Love (Savage), dropped in November. Both genre-blending efforts house Laroi’s biggest song to date, “Go,” featuring his departed mentor Juice Wrld. The hit has over 143 million streams on Spotify and peaked...

YFN Lucci Wanted for Murder of Man in Atlanta

[ad_1] YFN Lucci is wanted for questioning by the Atlanta Police Homicide Investigation Unit for his role in a recent murder in Atlanta.A rep for the Atlanta Police Department confirmed to XXL on Tuesday evening (Dec. 12) that they are seeking the public's help in locating YFN Lucci, born Rayshawn Bennett, for his alleged participation in the shooting death of a 28-year-old man named James Adams.YFN Lucci, 29, wanted for felony murder, aggravated assault, participation in criminal street gang activity and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.According to a police report provided by the APD, the shooting took place at around 5:20 p.m. on Sunday (Dec. 10). Officers were...