Twitch Star Plaqueboymax Nominated for 2025 XXL Freshman Class
Maxwell “Plaqueboymax,”a prominent Twitch streamer and member of FaZe Clan, has garnered significant attention with his recent nomination for the coveted 10th spot in the 2025 XXL Freshman Class. The announcement, made on April 21, 2025, included notable artists such as Hanumankind and has sparked a wave of reactions across various social media platforms, particularly on X.
The Music Behind the Streamer
Plaqueboymax has been actively releasing music, with his popular tracks Pink Dreads and Laced Max being recent highlights. His innovative approach to music blending with live streaming culminated in collaborative performances on his In The Booth series, which featured illustrious guests such as Will Smith earlier this year.
Despite his accomplishments, the announcement of his nomination has been met with some skepticism. Critics pointed out that Plaqueboymax has not released any new music this year, leading to questions regarding the appropriateness of his nomination.
“0 songs dropped in 2025 btw,”commented an X user.
“He doesn’t even rap,”added another critic.
Moreover, some users speculated that his nomination is driven by publicity and social media engagement rather than musical merit.
“They doing anything for clicks,”wrote a social media user.
Support from Fans and Community
On the flip side, numerous fans have rallied behind Plaqueboymax, expressing their belief in his potential and contributions to the music scene. Supportive comments ranged from appreciation of his nomination to predictions of future successes.
“This list might actually be decent this year if Max is on it,”remarked one enthusiastic follower.
“He’s coming for that Grammy,”proclaimed another supporter.
While admiration for his work is evident, some fans acknowledged that other nominees may have stronger claims to the spot. As one user noted:
“I love Max, but there are some names on there that are truly deserving,”shared a fan.
Recognition as a Cultural Influencer
Plaqueboymax’s influence extends beyond music, as he has experienced rapid growth in popularity through his engaging content on Twitch. In his In the Booth series, he has collaborated with various stars, including Central Cee and DDG, contributing to a dynamic culture of music creativity.
His impact has not gone unnoticed; on the same day as his XXL nomination, Rolling Stone heralded him as “Rap’s Gen Z Tastemaker.” This accolade solidifies his status as a prominent figure in the evolving landscape of hip-hop.
This recognition builds on his earlier achievement of being ranked #2 on Complex’s list of the most powerful hip-hop streamers. His unique blend of streaming and music has established Plaqueboymax as a formidable force in the industry.
As the dialogue around his nomination continues, it will be interesting to see how Plaqueboymax navigates this new chapter in his career.