VIDEO: Chief Keef – Ight Doe

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Packing heat and extended clips, Keef sends out lyrical warning shots at any one who would dare test the young Chicago native in his latest music video for “Ight Doe.”  After just releasing a short preview for the visual, Chief Keef turns around and gives fans what they want and releases the video in its entirety courtesy of Zae productions.  Take a look as Chief Keef performs to the camera with his loyal goons by his side and partakes in a blunt session while in the studio.

VIDEO: iPhone 5s Unboxing + Review w/ DJ Skee

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Back by popular demand, DJ Skee sits down to give viewers a full review of Apple’s latest offering with the new iPhone 5s. Sporting the Space Grey colored model, Skee gives viewers insight behind the phone’s latest additions in features and compares it to Samsung’s Galaxy S4. Watch as DJ Skee demonstrates the 5s’ new finger print scanner, improved front facing HD video camera and burst photo mode that gives owners the option of taking 12 shots in just seconds. The AXS TV host also details the smart phone’s updated processor which allows owners to take advantage of faster browsing and overall functionality. Still, Skee admits to viewers there isn’t any major significant leap from its predecessor 5 model. When comparing the 5s and S4, DJ Skee points out factors for consumers to consider like Samsung’s plastic rear exterior, larger screen and Apple’s superior camera quality and durable design.

PHOTO: Wale Takes The Cover Of Rolling Out Magazine

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Looking real dapper in a dark tailored suit and tie, MMG artist Wale takes the cover of Rolling Out magazine for the second time.  Also, take a look below at some exclusive behind-the-scenes footage on the set of Wale’s photo shoot for the magazine courtesy of Rolling Out TV.  Wale’s latest offering with The Gifted LP is now available in stores.

VIDEO: J. Cole, Wale & 2 Chainz Backstage at “What Dreams May Come” Tour

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JAY Z’s Life+ Times delivers a new video today with a behind-the-scenes conversation between J. Cole, Wale and 2 Chainz backstage at the “What Dreams May Come” tour.  In the clip above, watch as Wale and 2 Chainz share a story of how they became good friends after riding around together with Quarterback Jacory Harris.  Wale also breaks down the details of how he landed a deal with Maybach Music Group general Rick Ross.

VIDEO: Drake Gives Away Copies of FIFA 14 In New York

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Drake and EA Sports hit the streets of New York to promote the new FIFA 14.  Fans packed the sidewalk and soccer sports club Legends for the chance to snag a free copy of the new video game courtesy of the YMCMB rapper.  Watch as cameras also follow Drake on his promotional run through “The Big Apple” and listen as he speaks on his love for the FIFA series and what the game means to consumers around the world

ARTWORK: Yancey Boys – Sunset Blvd. | Tracklist

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Fans can rejoice as a new Yancey Boys project titled Sunset Blvd. is in the works and set to drop on October 29.  Group members Illa J and Frank Nitt today release the accompanying artwork and official tracklisting for their collaborative effort which features a cartoon rendition of the busy Los Angeles street with both artists plastered across a bright billboard.  Some of the features fans can hope to hear from include Common, Talib Kweli, De La Soul, T3, Guilty Simpson and more.  Take a look at the details on the 14-song tracklist below.

1. Dilltro (ft. Dank)
2. Fisherman (ft. Vice, J. Rocc and Detroit Serious)
3. Lovin’ U (ft. Eric Roberson)
4. Go And Ask The DJ (ft. Guilty Simpson & J. Rocc)
5. Jeep Volume (ft. T3 & C-Minus)
6. Flowers (ft. Talib Kweli, Niko Gray & Rhettmatic)
7. Honk Ya Horn (ft. J. Pinder)
8. Slippin’ (ft. Early Mac)
9. Without Wings
10. Beautiful (ft. Posdnuos & Botni Applebum)
11. Quicksand (ft. Common & Dezi Page)
12. Rock My World (Ft. SlimKid3 & Niko Gray)
13. The Throwaway
14. This Evening

VIDEO: Ja Rule & Irv Gotti On Power 105’s The Breakfast Club

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Hip Hop veterans Ja Rule and Irv Gotti pay a visit to Power 105′s The Breakfast Club for an intimate and lengthy interview live on the air.  With plenty of fans tuned in, the  former Murder Inc. affiliates speak on their multiple connections in prison, the respect they get from the streets, Ja Rule’s past beef with 50 Cent, what it was like to have his hometown turn its back on him and much more.  Gotti also gives insight behind his past fallout with JAY Z and talks helping Hov put together his controversial “Super Ugly” diss record aimed at Nas.

VIDEO: Nardwuar vs. French Montana

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Nardwuar the human serviette catches up with Morocco born rapper French Montana out in Vancouver and discusses a number of topics.  Hanging out and smoking hookah, Montana explains to the camera why he’s such as big Slick Rick fan and says Tim Dog’s “F*ck Compton” helped influenced his love for Hip Hop back in his old neighborhood while growing up in New York.  Frenchie also shared details on his Moroccan roots and admitted he actually raised pigeons as a kid in his homeland.  Watch as Nardwuar proceeds with his unique Q&A session and leaves French Montana with a Hip Hop coloring book as a gift.

VIDEO: Bone Thugs-n-Harmony On SKEE Live Episode 9 Recap + More

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Bone Thugs-n-Harmony took over episode nine of SKEE Live and delivered quite possibly the craziest performance of the season. DJ Skee wasted no time in sending things over to the legendary group as they hit the stage to open the show with “Thuggish Ruggish Bone” and “East 1999” at L.A. Live’s The Conga Room. As the smoke clouds in the crowd settled and cameras went live back in the AXS TV studio, the Cleveland natives sat down with Skee for an intimate one-on-one interview.

Topics of discussion included the origin of the group’s signature melodic style, landing a deal with West Coast Hip Hop Pioneer Eazy-E, Kendrick Lamar and so much more. DJ Skee also proposed the idea that perhaps Drake is the only artist who has the ability to drop bars with the same fast delivery and still harmonize.

Fresh off the success of performing alongside an Eazy-E hologram at Rock The Bells, Bone Thugs opened up on what it felt like to pay homage to their mentor and spoke on the significance of the late rapper’s music on Hip Hop. With Bone holding the title as the only group to collaborate with Jam Master Jay, Tupac, Biggie, Eazy-E and Big pun, the living legends look back and reflect on who they had the best chemistry with in-studio. Bone also explained how at the advice of Eazy-E the group decided to remain neutral by choosing not to engage any potential past beefs.

Ty Dolla $ign also made a brief appearance alongside Bone Thugs for a quick Q&A session with DJ Skee. The Taylor Gang signee served as a surprise guest and gave up details on how he managed to contribute to the group’s new “Everything 100” single. Before hitting the stage to close out SKEE Live with an exclusive tribute performance to Eazy-E, 2Pac and Biggie, Bone took the opportunity to answer a number of random questions from fans via Twitter.

This week’s “Spotlight” showcased the talents of Ivy Levan. The singer explained her unique style which she attributes to combining elements of Punk Rock and Pop for a sound all her own. The Arkansas native also gave viewers insight behind her humble beginnings and touched on what it was like for her to originally transition her career away from modeling.

“In The Lab” caught up with DJ and super producer Just Blaze while out in New York. Working with the likes of Mariah Carey, JAY Z, Rick Ross and Diddy, Just breaks down his early days on the turntables and explained how being a DJ served as the foundation for his eventual transformation to a full on producer. Just Blaze also spoke on how important it is for people to identify certain types of music with periods in their lives and how he takes that into consideration when creating in the studio.

Skeme took over this week’s “Off The Top” segment which found the rapper out an about on the streets as he performed to the camera for an exclusive song fans can only hear on SKEE Live. “Up Close” linked up with UFC fighter Phil David. The mixed martial artist shared his story or persistence and dedication as David found himself pursuing his passion following his graduation from Penn State University.

Viewers were also treated to a behind-the-scenes look for this week’s #SKEELOCKER as cameras headed to Diamond Bar, Calif. to meet with Bait sneakers CMO Eric Phan at the brand’s flagship store. Phan shared details behind the company’s recent collaboration with Asics shoes, the creative inspiration behind Bait’s designs and touched on the evolution of the sneaker game. Be sure to tune in every Tuesday to see SKEE Live at 7 p.m. (PST) and 10 p.m. (EST) only on AXS TV.

VIDEO: Nas In ‘Black Nativity’ | Film Trailer

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Take a look at this short new trailer for the upcoming film titled Black Nativity.  Legendary Hip Hop artist and Queensbridge native  Nas will star in the Hollywood remake of Langston Hughes play alongside seasoned actors such as Forest Whitaker and Angela Basset.  Singers Jennifer Hudson, Mary J. Blige and Tyrese also make an appearance in the film.