VIDEO: Chris Brown On SKEE Live Episode 8 Recap + More

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SKEE Live episode eight kicked off with a special performance of “Love More” and “Fine China” from singer Chris Brown. Filled to capacity, fans of Brown lined-up and filled L.A. Live’s plaza for the chance to see Brown hit the stage at The Conga Room.

Joining DJ Skee for a live and intimate interview, Brown took the opportunity to open up to viewers on being inspired by his fans and fellow artists like Neyo, explain why he believes there’s a lack of talent in the R&B genre and shares how he manages to recover during mistakes on stage. Chris also gave insight behind his passion to remembered as a hard worker who pulled himself up by his bootstraps.

Art was also a topic of discussion as Brown got into details on his love for being creative and broke down the meaning of what his signature monster graffiti murals symbolize. The young singer also shared with DJ Skee the inspiration behind the title of his upcoming LP, features that fans can expect to hear from, his upcoming documentary with John Singleton and much more before hitting the stage again to close out the show with “Don’t Think They Know.”

This week’s “Spotlight” featured YouTube sensation Niykee Heston. The Chicago native detailed how she was able to utilize the internet to showcase her skills by covering popular songs from artists from different genres with her acoustic guitar. For “In The Lab,” producer Aarabmuzik shared his experiences with collaborating with some of Hip Hop’s biggest names, how he got into making beats and touches on his love for music which began at young age.

Cameras also went behind-the-scenes on the set of Maejor Ali’s new Matt Alonzo directed music video for “Lolly” featuring Juicy J and Justin Bieber. “Off The Top” showcased the skills of rising Rap talent, Wax, who took his act to Runyon Canyon and delivered an original song and visual.

Legendary photographer and director Estevan Oriol served as the focus for this week’s “Up Close” segment. The Los Angeles native highlighted some of his accomplishments from his career and gave insight on how he was able to grow beyond just being Cypress Hill’s photographer and springboard his career to new heights. Oriol also stressed his early desire to broaden his horizons and cover more than just California’s low rider and gangster culture.

Viewers were also treated to an intimate look at the work space and office of Darren Romanelli. The vintage clothing guru sat down for a one-on-one interview and detailed his expertise with clothing, limited footwear and gave insight behind his creative inspirations.

Before calling it a wrap on another successful episode, DJ Skee delivered his weekly editorial which urged audience members to refrain from feeding into false and over-the-top stories regularly promoted by the media. The host also touched on the problems created by paparazzi and pointed out the sad truth that entertainers nowadays are only being pushed away from doing what they love.

VIDEO: Kanye West Interview w/ Zane Lowe | Sneak Peek

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Well it looks like viewers are in for a real treat as Zane Lowe and BBC gear up to release their intimate interview with G.O.O.D. Music artist Kanye West.  In the short preview released today,  the black and white visual finds Kanye and Zane candidly speaking and sharing laughs.  Before the video cuts, a stern faced Kanye aggressively proclaims himself as the biggest rock star on the planet.  Needless to say, this looks like it’s going to be a good one.

VIDEO: MMG – Road To ‘Self Made 3’ | Documentary

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Take a ride with the Maybach Music Group crew as every member hits the road in support of Self Made 3.  Serving more as a behind-the-scenes look than a documentary, Rick Ross and company make their promotional rounds through MTV, BET, Hip Hop Nation and take the opportunity to meet some of their fans at a in-store signing.  Self Made 3 is now available at all major retailers.

 

VIDEO: SKEE Live Giveaway – Hang w/ Adrian Peterson, DJ Skee, Smart Guy Chevelle + More

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As the NFL season kicks off, DJ Skee has you covered with a special give away for one lucky winner and a friend. Download the official SKEE app to any Android mobile or Apple iPhone and tune into Skee 2/47 Radio. When you hear Smart Guy Chevelle hit the Twitter button located on the SKEE app to enter for your chance to win an all expenses paid trip to Minnesota. The winner will be flown out to hang with NFL MVP Adrian Peterson, DJ Skee, Smart Guy Chevelle and hooked up with two tickets to watch the running back in action with the Minnesota Vikings for a Sunday game.

VIDEO: Lil Wayne Meets Meek Mill In Miami & Skateboards

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While out in Miami during a late night recording session at the infamous Hit Factory, Lil Tunechi decided to take MMG rapper Meek Mill out back to get some skateboarding in on the mini half pipe.  Without hesitation, Lil Wayne demonstrates to Meek how to properly drop in on the small ramp and encourages the Philly native to take a risk.  Watch as Meek Mill meets Weezy for the first time and makes an attempt to muster up enough courage to commit to dropping in for the camera.

VIDEO: Enter To Win a Trip To Hang w/ NFL MVP Adrian Peterson Via SKEE LIVE

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As the NFL season kicks off, DJ Skee has you covered with a special give away for one lucky winner and a friend. Download the official SKEE app to any Android mobile or Apple iPhone and tune into Skee 2/47 Radio. When you hear Smart Guy Chevelle hit the Twitter button located on the SKEE app to enter for your chance to win an all expenses paid trip to Minnesota. The winner will be flown out to hang with NFL MVP Adrian Peterson, DJ Skee, Smart Guy Chevelle and hooked up with two tickets to watch the running back in action with the Minnesota Vikings for a Sunday game. Tune into SKEE Live every Tuesday at 7 p.m. (PST) and 10 p.m. (EST) only on AXS TV.

VIDEO: Emilio Rojas – Showoff Radio Freestyle

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Emilio Rojas pays a visit to Showoff Radio with DJ Statik Selektah on Shade 45 and delivers a freestyle live on-the-air for listeners.  Take a look as the New York native goes to work over Mobb Deep’s classic “Shook Ones Part II” instrumental and drops bars straight off the dome for close to a minute.

VIDEO: Math Hoffa Punches Serius Jones At Summer Madness 3

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Video footage has now surfaced of the sneak punch delivered by New York native and battle rapper Math Hoffa to Serius Jones.  While going head-to-head at Smack’s Summer Madness 3 event, Hoffa can be seen in the video losing his cool as Jones’ signature cocky and carefree demeanor eventually proves to be too much for him.  From out of nowhere, Hoffa decides to throw a punch and almost knocks Serius Jones out as he stumbles back into the accompanying crowd on stage.  Following Hoffa’s attack the venue security decided to shut the event down and subsequently Math is now banned from a position in the URL league and future SMACK events.

VIDEO: Crate Diggers – Evidence’s Vinyl Collection

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FUSE releases the latest episode of their “Crate Diggers” web series with Dilated Peoples member and solo artist Evidence.  The rapper and producer sits down and speaks on his love for vinyl.  Crediting his love for great music from his early influences at home, Evidence shows off some of his record collection,  speaks on his early days with Kanye West in Los Angeles, producing “Last Call” on College Dropout and much more.