Dizzy Wright paid a visit to HipHopDX headquarters back in May and dropped an exclusive rooftop freestyle. Watch in the short clip as Wright drops some bars while out in Los Angeles, Calif. for the camera.
BBC and Zane Low deliver part two of their candid interview with Jay-Z. Zane continues his one-on-one sit down with Jay by getting his thoughts behind Magna Carta Holy Grail’s intro track “Holy Grail” featuring Justin Timberlake. Low and Jay also discuss Timberlake’s heartfelt delivery and the importance of the track which served as the albums “center piece” according to Hov. Jay-Z goes on to explain the creative direction behind the song which serves as a cautionary tale in regards to fame but at the same time addresses it as a blessing. Jigga man also speaks openly about how he balances fame in his life and stresses the importance of living a normal existence. Zane and Jay-Z close out this portion of their interview by discussing the music industry’s reluctance to adopt and utilize modern technology in order to effectively promote and distribute new music.
Taylor Gang artist Tuki Carter decides to let go of a new track titled “Talkin’ Now” which may or may not make the cut onto his forthcoming, LATL, mixtape which is due for release in August. Equipped with a catchy and auto-tuned melodic hook, “Talkin’ Now” boasts a laid-back vibe and finds Carter serving up raps about kush, women, his love for money and his artistic drive. Produced by B Sterling and Go Dreamer of The Flush, fans can preview and download Tuki’s latest offering below and by clicking the link above.
YMCMB signee Cory Gunz comes through on his promise and delivers his new mixtape Datz WTF I’m Talkin’ Bout. The 17-track project sports features from Wiz Khalifa, Busta Rhymes, Juicy J and more. CLICK HERE to download Cory’s latest effort and check out the official tracklist below.
1. Intro (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
2. DatzWTFimTalkinBout (Prod. by Jose Fresh)
3. Kan’t See Me Ft. Busta Rhymes (Prod. by Rikinatti)
4. Ballin Out On These Bitches Ft. Charlie Rock (Prod. by Stooopid)
5. Feelat’ Ft. Mack Maine (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
6. Go Slow (Prod. by Dawaun Parker)
7. I Try Ft. Sean Hayz (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
8. Baraka (Prod. by D-Roc)
9. Im Laughin Ft. Wiz Khalifa (Prod. By Dot N Pro Panda for Alectric Mayhem Prod)
10. Do Something (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
11. My Own Deal Ft. HASH (Prod. by Hash Murda Beats)
12. Total Ft. Juicy J (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
13. Demons Ft. Charlie Rock (Prod. by Jahil Beats)
14. SoS (Prod. by 21)
15. Voices In My Head (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
16. Free My Niggaz (Prod. by Stooopid)
17. Outro Ft. Charlie Rock (Prod. by Dot N Pro)
Videographer Derick G gives viewers a behind the scenes look at Lil Wayne’s newest music video for “God Bless Amerikkka”. The black and white visual follows Weezy during his shoot in his old stomping grounds in Hollygrove while a number of fans show up to demonstrate their support. “God Bless Amerikkka” will be featured on Wayne’s upcoming I Am Not A Human Being II.
Papoose continues on the road to a comeback and lets go of a new freestyle over Drake’s “Versace”. Clearly packed with subliminal’s aimed at the YMCMB artist, Pap drops some lyrics expressing his disgust for commercial rappers and even throws in some socio-political gems to try and enlighten listeners. Before stepping away from the mic, Pap reminds fans that Remy will be released in 2014 and reveals that he’s going to give her a baby when she comes home.
Rapper Crooked I delivers a new track off his forthcoming album, Apex Predator, called “No Sleep Gang”. Produced by Dallas, Texas native Cardo, the new slapper finds Crooked I droppin’ bars about puttin’ in work and chasing money at all cost; including lack of sleep. Take a listen to the latest offering from the C.O.B. Radio host and Slaughterhouse MC below.
Stepping outside of his usual relaxed and smooth baritone flow, Jet Life artist Fiend turns up the energy on his latest track “On My Job”. Produced by RJ2, International Jones also brings along Juvenile along for a new joint that finds Fiend dropping some aggressive bars and pointing out that he handles his business. Check out the new collaboration below via the audio/video player.
The L.A. Leakers deliver some new Game with the Compton rapper hopping on Drake’s “Versace” for an official remix which may or may not make the cut onto his upcoming Operating Kill Everything mixtape. You are forewarned, the track was just released so it’s comes with L.A. Leakers tags primarily over the former G-Unit rapper’s verse.
Big Sean drops a quick visual which chronicles his recent visit to London. In the 60 second clip, the G.O.O.D. Music signee brings cameras along while he gets in a little sight seeing and then transitions over into his performance at Yahoo’s Wireless Music Festival. Be on the look out for Sean’s upcoming album, Hall Of Fame, which is set to drop on August 27.