Nardwuar the human serviette catches up with “The Baddest Bitch” Trina for a one-on-one interview. Trina speaks on the creative inspiration behind the artwork to her Da Baddest Bitch LP, early Hip Hop artists from out of the city of Miami, working for AT&T and UPS, her family roots, her love for Beyonce and much more. No one conducts an interview quite like Nardwuar can.
Life+Times catches up with A$AP Mob member and solo artist A$AP Ferg to break down his creative direction on his Trap Lord LP’s artwork with artist Jay West. Watch as Ferg and West give insight to viewers behind their collaborative work and explain the inspiration behind the album’s entire artwork.
Revolt TV catches up with Top Dawg Entertainment’s first female artist SZA in New York at Vitaminwater’s #uncapped concert series. The New York native gives details behind how she feels being the first lady of the label and expresses her appreciation for the opportunity which requires a strong work ethic. SZA also tells the camera she wants to change the way people think before hitting the stage after an introduction from blogger Miss Info.
Rap battle veteran Dizaster reaches out to DJ Skee to deliver a special announcement live on-the-air. Looking anxious and ready to talk, Dizaster decides to call out Math Hoffa after the rapper recently punched Serius Jones during their battle at Summer Madness 3. Considering the blow a sign of disrespect to the culture, Dizaster proceeded to lay into Hoffa and explains he now has a personal issue with him. Dizaster went on to give insight into Hoffa’s behind-the-scenes threats and alleged aggressive antics he utilizes to get inside the mind of his opponents before every battle. Before heading out, Dizaster makes it clear he wants to settle the score the Math Hoffa, says he’s not afraid of the rapper and tells DJ Skee he won’t come to Los Angeles to go lyrically one-on-one.
A$AP Rocky links up with Riff Raff for part one of his interview on Noisey’s “Back & Forth” web series. The two artists kick it on a tour bus while sharing a blunt and discussing a number of topics. Watch the lighthearted and comical one-on-one as A$AP gets Jody High Roller to speak on who he is, his favorite type of women, his love for Actavis syrup, the creativity that goes into his hair and much more. Riff Raff also gives insight behind his love for vibrant colors and proclaims himself simply as the Neon Icon.
Kendrick Lamar sits down with late-night talk show host and television veteran Arsenio Hall. The TDE artist and Compton native speaks on his controversial “Control” verse, touches on Black Hippy and explains what it’s like to receive credit and praise from the likes of Ice Cube and Pharrell.
King Push decides to call the In The Morning crew over at HOT 97 in New York and gives insight behind how Kanye West’s now infamous My Name Is My Name party rant came about. In fact, Pusha explains that he’s fortunate enough to hear Kanye speak that way on a regular basis and that the public is only treated to these moments when he goes off on a rant. Before getting into Pusha T’s new single “Nosetalgia” featuring Kendrick Lamar, the G.O.O.D. Music rapper lets Cipha sounds know he’s working on getting Kanye West on the Juan Epstein show. Take a listen to how it all went down live on the air.
Young and rising star Mali Nicole sits down for an interview and shares her story live on-the-air with DJ Skee. The 16-year-old singer, dancer and Watts native opens things up by recalling the first time she ever met Skee at a very young age through a mutual friend. DJ Skee admits to listeners he always knew Nicole had potential to be big and a successful artist. Mali also gives insight behind how she became connected with Stampede Management as solo artist following the disbandment of her former group after coming up short on the television show X Factor. Nicole also breaks down her humble beginnings and explains she’s simply working hard to purse her dreams. Fans of Mali Nicole can look forward to the singer’s upcoming Confessions of A Teenager EP which is slated to release later this year and features her new debut single “Sunday Afternoon.”
A$AP Rocky and Noisey release a new trailer today which features quick snippets from Rocky’s “Back & Forth” conversations filmed with Snoop Lion, Riff Raff, Kathy Griffin and Bun B. It looks like the A$AP Mob leader will be featured in the next four upcoming interviews for the web series. Check out the teaser in full below.
Noisey catches up with Angel Haze out in London for a candid interview to get the female artist’s opinion on a number of topics. Haze says she likes Miley Cyrus and doesn’t see what the big deal is if she enjoys dancing and shaking her derriere. Next, Angel gives her take on Kendrick Lamar’s controversial “Control” verse and speaks on enjoying the responses because it’s a part of Hip Hop. Before calling it a wrap, Angel Haze also touches on Macklemore’s call to sexuality and equality with “Same Love,” Yeezus and Magna Carta Holy Grail, her public perception and much more.
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