DJ Khaled

It's officially awards season around here. The XXL Awards 2022 nominees have arrived.

2021 will be remembered for these projects.

A year full of rising rap newcomers and seasoned vets that delivered a solid soundtrack over the last 12 months.

Pi'erre Bourne, Tay Keith, Southside and more have some of the coolest producer tags in hip-hop.

Meek Mill, Saweetie, Lil Pump and more have experienced some uncomfortable hip-hop moments.

Tyler, The Creator keeps it real with his thoughts on DJ Khaled.

Hip-hop's most in-demand jewelers tell the stories behind working with rap stars to create icy works of art that are completely unmatched.

Tyler, The Creator, J. Cole, Polo G, Rod Wave and more of the game's revered rap stars make the cut.

Certified bangers from Drake, Tyler, The Creator, J. Cole and more.

Shining in the dark.