when does the xxl freshmen list come out
XXL (magazine) Beginning in 2007 (skipping 2008),[12] XXL releases its annual Top 10 Freshman list. The issue features ten artists-to-watch, all appearing on the cover of the magazine. The list has a history of showcasing unknown/underground rappers, as well as artists considered to be on the rise. The list creates significant buzz among listeners and artists alike, and is credited for giving many artists their first taste of fame.[13][14][15]