Ever wonder how the stars align for a budding journalist destined to make waves in the hip-hop scene? Well, meet Alexander Cole—the editor-in-chief of HotNewHipHop, who has been shaping narratives and stirring up conversations since 2018. Picture this: a bright-eyed writer emerging from the halls of Concordia University in Montreal, ready to dive deep into the world of sports and sneakers. Fast forward to now, and he’s not only covered the height of Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s beef—but also navigated the tricky waters of serious allegations against industry titans like Diddy. That’s quite the cosmic journey, if you ask me!

In 2021, while planets were aligning in his favor—literally and metaphorically—he found himself basking in the Bahamian sun at the Big 3’s Championship Game, interviewing legends like Ice Cube and Clyde Drexler. From superstar athletes to online provocateurs, Alex engages with the eclectic mix of personalities that reflect today’s pop culture. So, as he continues to track the beats and the buzz of hip-hop, it makes you wonder: what celestial influences are driving his passion to document these cultural phenomena? Buckle up, because Alexander Cole is here to bridge astrology and artistry, and the universe is surely taking note!

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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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