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XXL Unveils 2026 Freshman Class of Twelve Rising Hip‑Hop Artists

The annual selection concentrates media attention on emerging rap talent, signaling shifts in how artists build momentum and win recognition.

Benny The Butcher Releases The Plugs I Met 2.5

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Tierra Whack Releases Whack's Museum, a 12-Track Rap‑First Mixtape

YG Releases The Gentlemen’s Club as a More Confessional, Guest‑Heavy Album

BET Awards Reveals Full Performer Roster for June 28 Ceremony

T.I. Sets June 26 Release for Kill The King as His Final Album

Eve Reintroduces Her Hits in Intimate Tiny Desk Concert

No Limit and Cash Money Announce 17‑City U.S. Arena Tour

Wu‑Tang Clan Performs Knicks‑Themed Set on Tonight Show

Nipsey Hussle and Bino Rideaux Set PROLIFIC Album for August Release

Jay‑Z and Eminem Receive Joint Credit on Rakim Album in Confirmed Interlude

LeBron James Says J. Cole’s The Fall-Off Is on Heavy Rotation

Mike D Announces Debut Solo Album Thank You for August Release

North West and Lil Novi Release Viral Rage Rap Single

Freddie Gibbs Expands You Only Die 1nce With 10-Track Deluxe

Tierra Whack Announces Juneteenth Mixtape and Drops Gritty New Single 'WAX PAPER'

Tyler, the Creator Says He Turned Down Jay‑Z’s Offer to Sign Odd Future

Vince Staples Releases 'Cotton' Ahead of New Album Cry Baby

Roots Picnic Moves to Belmont Plateau for Largest Edition, Headlined by Jay‑Z and Erykah Badu

DJ Screw Mixtape Vault Hits Streaming Platforms