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Biz Markie Dead at 57

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Biz Markie Dead at 57

Biz Markie, the self-proclaimed "Human Beatbox" and renowned rapper known for his 1989 hit song, "Just a Friend," has died at 57.According to TMZ on Friday (July 16), Biz Markie passed away at a hospital in Baltimore at 6:25 p.m. today. A source confirmed the New York-bred rapper's death. His wife, Tara Hall, was beside Biz, born Marcel Hall, when he passed, reportedly holding his hand during his last moments. Nursing staff were also present with him and his family.He reportedly died due to complications from […]

todayJuly 17, 2021 8

Disturbing Video Shows Gunman Shooting Young Cyclist Point Blank Outside Of Brooklyn Deli

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Disturbing Video Shows Gunman Shooting Young Cyclist Point Blank Outside Of Brooklyn Deli

EAST FLATBUSH, Brooklyn (WABC) -- Disturbing video shows a young man take aim at a man on a Citi Bike and shoot him point-blank in Brooklyn. It happened on Wednesday at 2:20 p.m. outside of a store on Clarkston Avenue and East 53rd Street in East Flatbush. Simeon Pierrot, 21, was shot multiple times in the torso and one time in the left forearm. He lived just one block away from the scene of the shooting. Posted By Ghost Source […]

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The 13 Best New Songs This Week

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The 13 Best New Songs This Week

Week in and week out, there are plenty of brand new rap songs, no matter the time of year. It can be really difficult to stay aware of what's out and also what's hot, so XXL decided to make things much easier for you. Instead of sorting out nearly everything that released this week, we've narrowed it down to strictly the best of the week, saving you plenty of time.Expect to see selections from the established stars, the next wave […]

todayJuly 16, 2021 9

Pop Smoke, Boosie BadAzz and More – New Projects This Week

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Pop Smoke, Boosie BadAzz and More – New Projects This Week

This week brings some music that the people have been waiting for: a second posthumous release from a beloved Brooklyn drill rapper, a new project from a rap veteran from Louisiana and a collaborative effort from two California natives, one of which is a 2021 XXL Freshman.The saying goes, "You cannot say Pop and forget the Smoke," and this week, a second offering from the undeniable talent with the signature raspy voice is being delivered by his team. Pop Smoke's sophomore […]

todayJuly 16, 2021 12

Dr. Dre Agrees With T-Pain’s Rant on New Rappers Sounding Alike

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Dr. Dre Agrees With T-Pain’s Rant on New Rappers Sounding Alike

Dr. Dre concurs with T-Pain's notion that newer artists need to diversify their sound because their sonics and cadences are far too similar.In an Instagram post shared by The Jasmine Brand on Wednesday (July 14), the legendary beatmaker agreed with a rant the AutoTune trailblazer went on last week about newer age artists sounding identical."Shoutout to @tpain!!," newly single Dr. Dre says in the beginning of his comment. "I'm here laughing my fuckin ass off, but he's right. I know and feel exactly […]

todayJuly 16, 2021 16

The Break Presents – Cico P

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The Break Presents – Cico P

For most people, their introduction to music begins with their family—sometimes siblings, sometimes parents. Cico P, who came to prominence this year due to his 2019 song "Tampa" taking off online, grew up watching his uncles freestyle. When he was 9, Cico decided to do it himself, alongside his cousin, which turned into Cico recording music through the I Am T-Pain app when he was 13 years old. As he went through high school, music became more important to him, […]

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