Robby Seabrook III

Music Writer. Life-liver.

United States

Professional writer, life-long music lover, just a guy living the dream.

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XXL Mag
06/21/2022
Kevin Gates Is a Changed Man, But Don't Expect Any Apologies for His Past

Brand New Guy A tireless work ethic and long look in the mirror have turned Kevin Gates into both a selfless and successful rapper. Interview: Robby Seabrook III Editor's Note: This story will appear in the Summer 2022 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands soon. To never evolve is to never truly live.

XXL Mag
How A$AP Ferg Used Self-Care to Recharge His Musical Career

I Got It Made With plans to release a flurry of music in late 2019, A$AP Ferg is taking the lessons he's learned throughout his career and changing his approach. Interview: Robby Seabrook III Editor's Note: This story originally appeared in the Fall 2019 issue of XXL Magazine, on stands now.

XXL Mag
11/11/2019
The Come Up: Jack Harlow Believes He Can Be as Big as Travis Scott

Success requires patience, and Jack Harlow is more than willing to put the time in. Rhyming since he was 11 years old, the Louisville, Ky. native is staking his claim in hip-hop. He's as smooth with melodies as he is with clever quips, making the 21-year-old rapper a testament to the value of taking your time and being true to yourself.

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The Come Up: Sada Baby Is Carrying the Torch for Detroit Hip-Hop - XXL

Detroit street rap has been going strong for decades, birthing local legends and newer names with hip-hop coursing through their veins. Sada Baby, a 26-year-old lyricist with just as many bars as he has dance moves, is a one-of-a-kind talent who is waving the flag for his city.

XXL Mag
10/24/2018
The Break Presents: Megan Thee Stallion - XXL

Every artist's love for their craft comes from somewhere. Luckily for Houston hip-hopper Megan Thee Stallion, it all started at home. As the daughter of a rapper, she decided to surprise her mom with her "hidden" talent-getting bars off-when she was 18.

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The Break Presents: Flo Milli

In all arts, an early start can be to your benefit. Flo Milli, an artist straight outta Alabama, has been rapping since she was 11 years old, nine years before she became a viral sensation. While watching BET's music video countdown show 106 & Park, a young Flo saw Nicki Minaj spitting and got inspired.

Complex
02/23/2016
When Law Enforcement Is the Family Business

I was 6 years old, playing with Tonka trucks in the living room. What's cooler than being a construction worker at that age? Operating the huge machines. Wearing the hard hat. But on this particular day, when my father, a 6-3 and 260-pound hulk of a man, brought up my career aspirations, my answer changed.