# XXL Freshman Class 2026 & 10-Year Anniversary | Hip-Hop News

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Podcast: [Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hip-hop-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7635865)
Published: 2026-07-15T17:03:32+00:00
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## Resource

XXL just dropped their 2026 Freshman Class list, spotlighting rising stars like Hurricane Wisdom, Babyfxce E, Trim, and more — artists poised to shake up hip-hop. This annual tradition isn’t just hype; it’s a major validation from the industry’s most influential publication. Meanwhile, XXL’s celebrating 10 years since their 2016 Freshman Class with a nostalgic doc, interviews, and throwback footage — a perfect time to see who’s still riding high and who’s making waves today. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/96acfa50fe7868d7

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