Aside from a few mess-ups, XXL’s Freshman cover stands it grounds. However, the list isn’t the only route for younger, fresher talent to reach the masses. Thanks to those at HipHopWired, they’ve created a list of big time artists that were’nt featiured on the infamous cover, but have created a buzz unnoticed. Check out a few after the jump.
(Photos) Dr. Dre, Eminem & Jimmy Iovine Cover XXL Magazine
What better way to honor Dr. Dre’s 49th birthday than to feature him on the cover of XXL? The legendary Hip-Hop rapper/producer is joined by Eminem and Interscope’s main man Jimmy Iovine for the March/April issue. The three men have played a huge role in the evolution of the rap game throughout the years, so it’s only right. The mag will be hitting newsstands on March 11th. Make sure to get your copy!
Freddie Gibbs Speaks On Jeezy Beef: “I Flat Out Don’t F*ck With Dude…”
Things haven’t been good between Jeezy and his former artist Freddie Gibbs since he dropped him from his CTE imprint in 2012, and it doesn’t look like they’re getting any better any time soon. Freddie has been quite vocal about his disdain for Jeezy, and in a new interview, comes at the ATL rapper’s neck once again. See what he had to say below.
(Photos) Rapper, The Game May Be Split From His Girl, But He’s Snapping Back Quickly
The Game may have hit a major snag in the road of relationships, but he sure knows how to snap back. XXL named Tokyo Yen as ‘Eye Candy of the Year’ and in celebration she threw a eventful evening (I’m sure) at Dream At Tru nightclub in Hollywood. The Game showed up, and for the festivities was also, Khloe Kardashian (BIG SURPRISE), Wiz Khalifa, Ty Dolla $ign, Crystal Renay, VH1’s Somaya Reece, Camilla Poindexter and many others. Plus, a performance by Eric Bellinger…one of Game’s favorite new R&B artists. Fun Fun Fun in the gallery!
Ice Cube Reveals Biggest Regret And It Includes Dr. Dre!
During a recent “Ask Me Anything” session with XXL for his upcoming movie “Ride Along” alongside Kevin Hart, Ice Cube revealed that one of his regrets includes not working with Dr. Dre, speaks on the next ‘Friday’ movie, his music preferences of all time and more. Hit the jump to learn more from Ice Cube!
