For the past few years, XXL's Freshmen cyphers have garnered massive attention from hip-hop heads to rap newcomers. Since its inception in 2011, the cypher has become a staple for the brand. Rappers ...

A new generation of hip-hop stars has been crowned. XXL magazine released its annual freshman class list on Monday, highlighting 11 promising rappers who are poised to make their mark on hip-hop.

The XXL Freshman Class is an annual list created and published by XXL Magazine. It features up-and-coming hip-hop artists. Typically, the magazine chooses artists who are predicted to have a ...

The Red Hot XXL 2026 Calendar offers a curated collection of jaw-dropping images that sit between fine art and full exposure. Featuring an international cast of redheaded men and photographed by ...

Class is in session! XXL magazine unveils the lineup for its Freshman 2014 cover. This year, two R&B singers are included much to the chagrin of devoted rap heads. As usual with these types of lists, ...