Here Are All 194 XXL Freshmen Over the Years

Here Are All 194 XXL Freshmen Over the Years

XXL has officially unveiled the 2025 XXL Freshman Class. The rising artists that make up the new class are just as diverse as every class before them. Representing different sides of the California sound are Long Beach’s TDE lyricist Ray Vaughn, Stockton livewire EBK Jaaybo, the 10th spot winner, and basketball player turned hit maker Gelo, who represents Chino Hills. Traversing to…

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The Evolution of Luke Spiller

The Evolution of Luke Spiller

In case you missed it, Luke Spiller, frontperson of British rock group the Struts, released a solo album earlier this year—and it’s an absolute stunner. Titled Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine, it’s an orchestral, theatrical masterpiece that lays bare Luke’s soul. Crafted alongside ubiquitous guitarist-producer Jason Faulkner (St. Vincent, Beck, Air)…

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