Young Scooter and Plies combine forces on their new collaborative street remix for, “Fake Gold.” Scooter goes in over a pounding instrumental that’s backed by some haunting synths and drops catchy bars as he takes it upon himself to call out artists with fake gold chains. Take a listen as the duo boast about their lavish lifestyles and expensive habits for buying the finest jewelry. Fans of Young Scooter can look forward to the rapper’s latest offering, Street Lottery 2, to drop on January 1.
Monthly Archives: December 2013
VIDEO: Twista – Beast
Sci-Fi meets Breaking Bad in Twista’s music video for his new single, “Beast,” featured on his upcoming EP, Back to The Basics. The visual finds the Chicago rapper dropping rhymes at the speed of light while decked out in a hazmat suit. Images of planets, formulas and space also appear in quick transitions while the lyricist shows off some his science inspired wordplay. Twista’s new music video is definitely worth a view.
VIDEO: Troy Ave – Cigar Smoke Feat. King Sevin
Troy Ave keeps it all the way classy as he personifies that boss lifestyle in his latest visual for “Cigar Smoke.” Watch the New York emcee in action as he laces the hypnotizing instrumental with his signature street inspired rhymes. King Sevin shows on the soulful number to drop some drug infused bars. Harry Powder also doesn’t disappoint as he shows off his smooth flow to the camera while accompanied by a half-naked beauty for our viewing pleasure.
VIDEO: Childish Gambino – 3005
Childish Gambino delivers a dope new music video for the catchy jam, “3005,” which is featured on the actor-rapper’s new album, Because The Internet. Check out Gambino as he takes viewers on a dizzy ride on a Ferris wheel. An over-sized stuffed bear also accompanies the rapper and slowly falls apart as Gambino performs to the camera. Never one to disappoint, Gambino includes a short preview to an unreleased song that will most likely be featured on his new LP.
VIDEO: SZA – Teen Spirit (Remix) Feat. 50 Cent
50 Cent jump on SZA’s, “Teen Spirit,” for an official remix and shoots an accompanying piece for her latest music video. Check out the New York rapper do his thing over the slow and hypnotizing instrumental. TDE’s SZA has been busy as of late with new music and trippy visuals as she gears up to release her upcoming project.
VIDEO: Stalley – Raise Your Weapons
Stalley treats fans to another impressive and classy-looking music video and the emotional track, “Raise Your Weapons,” gets the visual treatment. The MMG rapper laces the mellow instrumental with some though provoking and introspective rhymes that really showcase the Ohio native’s lyrical diversity. “Raise Your Weapons” is the latest single to be featured off Stalley’s Honest Cowboy project. Check out what Stalley had to say on his new music video.
December is a month full of inspiration to #RaiseYourWeapons. On December 1, 1955 Rosa Parks was arrested and on December 6, 1865 the 13th amendment was ratified. Yesterday we saw a Civil Rights Icon, Nelson Mandela, pass. In his honor, we release the music video today for Stalley’s “Raise Your Weapons” off the Honest Cowboy mixtape. The music video is directed by Abraham Vilchez-Moran & Jai Jamison. The song is produced by the Block Beattaz. Check out more at http://www.stalley330.com.
VIDEO: Cam’ron & Juelz Santana – Reebok Classic Christmas | Commercial
Dipset’s Cam’ron and Juelz Santana combine forces with Reebok to drop limited holiday colorways of some of the brand’s classic models. Check out this commercial of the duo as they hang out in sunny Miami and hustle a few ballers on the local court with their superior footwear. For what it’s worth, this is pretty entertaining and definitely has its funny moments. You can’t knock the hustle.
VIDEO: Busta Rhymes Crowns Nas As The King Of New York
Nas recently treated fans to a performance at Hennessy and FADER Magazine’s special collaborative event on the second night of Art Basel. The New York legend decided to share the stage for a moment and invited fellow wordsmith, Busta Rhymes, to accompany him. Take a look as Busta grabbed the microphone and praised Nas’ legacy in Hip Hop and his importance to the culture. As the rapper continued his speech, he decided to crown the Queensbridge emcee as being the “King of New York.”
VIDEO: A$AP Mob Denys Beefing w/ Pro Era + More
A$AP Mob catches up with Peter Rosenberg and Ebro at HOT 97 for an exclusive interview off air. Take a look as the Mob denies internet rumors that there’s bad blood between them and Pro era. ’90s Hip Hop was a major topic of discussion as the group credited the era as being a big influence on their sound. Rosenberg and Ebro also addressed Trinidad James’ infamous Atlanta-New York along with the crew’s rumored preference for white women. Before heading out, the mob spoke on their new single, “Trillmatic,” and shared their thoughts on what it was like to work with Method Man.
VIDEO: DJ Quik Talks West Coast Hip Hop, New Album + More On Extended Play
West Coast legend, DJ Quik, sat down for an exclusive interview with, Robin Di Maggio, on Arsenio Hall’s Extended Play. The rapper spoke modestly on his career and humbled himself to the likes of Dr. Dre, Battlecat and DJ Muggs when asked if he agreed he was the best producer in Los Angeles. Quik also touched on the new era of West Coast Hip Hop and pointed out that he’s a major supporter of TDE. Before calling it a wrap, the gangsta rapper revealed to viewers that he recently acquired the appropriate budget to be able to start recording for his new LP and that fans can expect him to take things back to his roots. The project will serve as Quik’s 9th studio album.








