Run The Jewels

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.

Fall into some new music.

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.

From Ice Cube's "I Wanna Kill Sam" to Jay-Z's "American Dreamin'," take a listen to hip-hop songs dedicated to the many sides of America.

Drake, Cardi B, Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole and many more.

Crème de la crème, homie.

Nothing but fire.

First things first.

Summer is coming.