Have you ever wondered what drives the beat of hip-hop culture or how the stars align for a writer delving deep into this vibrant world? Well, let me introduce you to Alexander Cole, the current editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop, who’s been riding the wave of the genre since he joined the team back in 2018. Starting off as a Sports and Sneakers scribe, he quickly discovered that his journalistic talents, honed at Concordia University in Montreal, would allow him to capture the pulse of monumental stories – from the heated exchanges between rap titans Kendrick Lamar and Drake to the more unsettling allegations swirling around Diddy.

Cole’s journey took a stellar turn in 2021 when he ventured to the Bahamas for the Big 3’s Championship Game. There, he rubbed shoulders with legends like Ice Cube and Clyde Drexler, not to mention gaining insight from modern-day icons such as Antonio Brown and Damian Lillard. His knack for engaging with both celebrated athletes and social media disruptors alike—like Jake Paul—is nothing short of remarkable. So, if you’ve got an appetite for hip-hop, sports, and a sprinkle of astrology, buckle up! Because Alexander Cole is here to navigate the universe of entertainment, one stellar interview at a time!

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About The Author

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.

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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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