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Coming to a city and town near you.

Killer Mike speaks to XXL in an exclusive interview about his Michael album being album of the year, his work in the community and new artists he likes.

Plenty of new music this week to feed the need.

The year is coming to a close on a high note.

These instrument solos deserve a standing ovation.

2016 was lit. With a half-decade of retrospection, XXL highlights 104 hip-hop albums turning five in 2021.

Lil Baby, Megan Thee Stallion, DaBaby, Juice Wrld, Benny The Butcher, Pop Smoke, Rico Nasty and more.

Building a legacy through music.

XXL takes a look at the best rap albums released every summer since 2000.

The best hip-hop songs of 2020 so far include bangers from Lil Baby, Drake, Megan Thee Stallion and more.

Nothing but fire.