VIDEO: Diddy Announces Launch of Revolt TV On HOT 97

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Diddy is excited and rightfully so as his new music network, Revolt TV, will officially be launching this evening on Comcast and Time Warner Cable.  With Cassie by his side in the studio, Diddy addressed HOT 97 listeners tuning in and promised a unique visual experience for every music enthusiast with plenty of exclusive content.  The Bad Boy head honcho also informs listeners that tonight’s special launch will take place at 8 p.m. (EST) and streamed online at Revolt.TV.

VIDEO: Ransom Interview + Freestyle On Sway In The Morning

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Rapper Ransom stops by Sway In The Morning and fills listeners in on what his current relationship with Nicki Minaj is like after their recent back and forth comments on Twitter.  The New York bred lyricist also touches on his new collaborative album with DJ-producer Statik Selektah.  Ransom also shares details with Sway on how he was able to record the project with Statik in only four days after their chemistry in the studio immediately took off.  Speaking candidly with Sway and Heather B, Ransom opened up about losing his father as a young teen and explained his philosophy for always finding the positive in any negative situation.  Take a look as Ransom also kicks an exclusive freestyle he prepared especially for Sway In The Morning.

VIDEO: Rockie Fresh – Fire In The Booth Freestyle

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BBC 1’s Charlie Sloth recently featured the talents of MMG rapper Rockie Fresh on his show.  Take a look as Fresh decides to take advantage of some air time and takes up Sloth’s invitation to spit a freestyle for listeners tuning in.  Before heading out, Rockie Fresh also drops a quick teaser and lets fans know he’ll soon be making an announcement on what they can expect from the rapper in the near future.

VIDEO: ScHoolboy Q Calls Kendrick Lamar Live On Sway In The Morning + More

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ScHoolboy Q recently paid a visit to Shade 45 for a lighthearted interview with Sway Calloway to discuss TDE and the recent 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards.  Calloway opens things up by inquiring about TDE’s latest signing with Tennessee bred rapper Isaiah Rashad while Q gives details on meeting the young artist on the set of A$AP Ferg’s video for “Work (Remix.”  As the conversation continued, fans tuning in were treated to a special moment when Q decides to phone Kendrick Lamar so that Sway can have the opportunity to ask the Compton rapper to clarify if his BET cypher verse was aimed at Drake.  ScHoolboy also shares his thoughts on his BET cypher verse being voted as the worst showcased from the TDE camp and much more.

VIDEO: Rick Ross Talks ‘Mastermind’, MMG, Telling Kanye To Sign Pusha T + More w/ DJ Skee

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The self proclaimed boss of the Rap game touches down on the West Coast and checks in with DJ Skee for an exclusive interview. Take a look as Rozay makes himself comfortable on Skee’s studio leather couch, puffs on a blunt and gets into details behind his upcoming Mastermind LP. The Miami native addresses the meaning of what a real boss is and the importance of being universal with making decisions that often times go beyond music. In fact, Ross reveals he was behind Kanye West signing Pusha T which subsequently lead to a successful career with G.O.O.D. Music. As the candid interview between the two entrepreneurs continued, Rick Ross touched on the unity shared between staff and every artist at Maybach Music Group and clarifies he believes his movement is the biggest in the world of Hip Hop. Before heading out, Rozay shares with listeners how he was able to tap into his experiences from over the last year and use the ups and downs as creative inspirations. Fans can pick up Rick Ross’ new album Mastermind when it hits shelves on December 17

VIDEO: Nipsey Hussle Talks $100 Crenshaw Mixtape, Being An Entrepreneur + More w/ DJ Skee

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Neighborhood Nipsey Hussle pays DJ Skee a visit to discuss his new Crenshaw mixtape and reveal the details behind its $100 price tag. Though giving every fan the option to download the project for free via DatPiff, Nipsey explains he wanted create a dialogue among his fans and Hip Hop enthusiasts as well as create a movement where consumers would be proud to pay. Hussle clarifies to listeners that those who purchased hard copies will also be treated to a private concert to give his fans a unique live experience. Speaking candidly with the AXS TV host, Nipsey gives credit to DJ Skee for inspiring him to pursue his business aspirations and entrepreneurial dreams.

VIDEO: Young Chris – Come Up Show Freestyle w/ Cosmic Kev

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Former Roc-A-Fella artist and Philly native Young Chris links up with Cosmic Kev for “The Come Up Show.”  Watch as Chris goes to work and drops an eight minute freestyle for the listeners tuning in.  It’s clear the lyrical young gun hasn’t lost a step when it comes to his bars as he sets out to showcase his skills over two separate instrumentals.

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VIDEO: Troy Ave – Perfect Love | In-Studio

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Troy Ave recently made his way over to the Shade 45 station to showcase his skills on DJ Kay Slay’s Streetsweeper Radio.  The New York rapper decides to do an in-studio performance of his song “Perfect Love” which is featured on Funkmaser Flex’s Who You Mad At? Me or Yourself? mixtape.  Take a look at the visual as Troy performs to the Street Heat TV camera and makes it all look so effortless.

VIDEO: Hit-Boy & Audio Push Talk ‘Come As You Are,’ West Coast Hip Hop + More w/ DJ Skee

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Producer Hit-boy and Rap duo Audio Push catch up with DJ Skee for a candid interview to fill listeners in on everything they currently have in the works and more. Audio Push members Oktane and Pricetag give insight behind their new album Come As You Are and share their motivation for making it available to fans for completely free. Hit-Boy explains how the long-time affiliates eventually signed with his Hits Since ’87 imprint and details what it was like to win a GRAMMY for his work on JAY Z and Kanye West’s breakout song “Niggas In Paris.” Kendrick Lamar and the current state of West Coast Hip Hop also served as the topic of discussion but not before Hit-Boy reveals he’s currently collaborating with several big name artists and in the early stages of his upcoming album.

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VIDEO: Rick Ross Decides To Save DJ Khaled Over JAY Z

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Rick Ross stops by Los Angeles radio station Power 106 to pay radio deejay Big Boy a visit on his morning show Big Boy’s Neighborhood.  Take a look as Big Boy proposes the question of who he would choose to save from drowning in the ocean between DJ Khaled and JAY Z.  With very little hesitation, the Miami native selects DJ Khaled and explains that JAY Z’s wealth and savvy business knowledge is in such a great place that his family is sure to be taken care of for life.