Isn’t it wild how the stars can align and lead us right to the heart of hip-hop? Well, let me take you on a celestial journey into the life of Alexander Cole, the wizard behind the curtain at HotNewHipHop! As the editor-in-chief, Alex has been spinning gold from the cosmos of music culture since he hopped on board in 2018. Trained in the art of storytelling with a journalism degree from Concordia University, he didn’t just wade into the waters of Sports and Sneakers writing—he dove in headfirst!

Since those early days, he’s been there, pen in hand, chronicling the major moments of hip-hop—from the heated back-and-forths of Kendrick Lamar and Drake to serious allegations swirling around iconic figures like Diddy. Talk about a ringside seat to the drama! Oh, and if you think that’s impressive, let’s chat about his 2021 adventure in the Bahamas for the Big 3’s Championship Game. Picture this: sun, fun, and conversations with legends like Ice Cube and Clyde Drexler! Plus, he’s rapped—figuratively, of course—with the likes of Antonio Brown and other stars, blending sports and music like a master astrologer blending zodiac signs.

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Curious how the cosmos influences creativity? Well, Alex has made sure to keep his eyes on the sky while keeping his finger on the pulse of the entertainment industry. So, let’s pull back the curtain and see what makes Alexander Cole tick as he captures the vibrant, ever-twisting tale of hip-hop!

About The Author

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Alexander Cole is the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. It was here where he began to hone his craft, putting his journalism degree from Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, to good use.

Since that time, he has documented some of the biggest stories in the hip-hop world. From the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef to the disturbing allegations against Diddy, Alex has helped HotNewHipHop navigate large-scale stories as they happen.

In 2021, he went to the Bahamas for the Big 3’s Championship Game. It was here where he got to interview legendary figures like Ice Cube, Clyde Drexler, and Stephen Jackson. He has also interviewed other superstar athletes such as Antonio Brown, Damian Lillard, and Paul Pierce. This is in addition to conversations with social media provocateurs like Jake Paul, and younger respected artists like Kaycyy, Lil Tecca, and Jeleel!

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