Life+Times unveils JAY Z’s newest art inspired music video for “Picasso Baby” which was shot last month inside an art gallery in New York. Directed by Mark Romanek, the 10-minute short film is definitely a new experience and unqiue presentation as Jay performs as a living work of art for six hours straight. The upbeat music video came out exceptionally well and theres also opening and closing scenes with Hov giving insight into the music video’s creative direction.
Yeezus himself showed up last night for Casey Veggies and Travis $cott’s Los Angeles stop on the PNCXX Tour at the El Rey Theatre. Needless to say, the crowd went nuts when they seen the controversial MC appear after $cott gave the greenlight to venue staff to turn the lights back on. Kanye Went right to work and gave a passionate surprise performance of “New Slaves” off his recently release Yeezus album.
Paul Wall links up with Hot New Hip Hop to deliver a new visual for his ode to syrup with “Po Up”. The video finds Paul drinking lean and smokin’ dope alongside producer Snoop DeVille who also shows up to make a cameo. The high energy track will be featured on Paul Wall’s upcoming Check Season mixtape which is currently in the works and set to drop soon.
Chief Keef and company release episode one of the young Chicago rapper’s new vlog series which will chronicle life on the road for his Finally Rich Tour. In episode one, Keef takes his act to Orange County’s The Observatory venue located in Santa Ana. Watch as Sosa chops it up with the packed house full of fans and turns up the energy with “Macaroni Time” and “3 Hunna Remix”.
In episode three of Juicy J’s Everyday Life webseries, the Taylor Gang artist brings the cameras along to capture his busy schedule while he handles an interview and photo shoot in New York, Afterwards, Juicy gets trippy in Los Angeles as he sits down with Crazy Mike to cook up some new music for the fans. Go behind-the-scenes in the studio with Juicy and get a sneak peek of some new tunes currently in the works that won’t be featured on his forthcoming Stay Trippy album.
Coors Light search for the coldest MC’s stopped over in New York and cameras were there to capture the moment as OG’s like Ice Cube and Bun B hit the stage to open for headliner Big Sean. DJ Drama was also in attendance as the legends sat down and gave their personal take on how the contestants are currently making out under the pressure.
Big Sean releases the visual treatment for his latest single “Fire” off his upcoming Hall Of Fame LP dropping August 27. Miley Cyrus steps in as the center of the music video as symbolic images of roses and fire surround her. Cyrus’ role is meant to depict a strong woman who copes with the ups and downs of life and remains true to herself at the end of it all.
Music producer Mike Will continues his sit down with Revolt TV and gives up details on how he linked up with Miley Cyrus for her hit new single “We Can’t Stop”. Not particularly familiar with Cyrus’ past releases, Will admits he wasn’t sure of what to expect but eventually found himself excited with what the young star brought back to the table. The multi-platinum producer also speaks highly of Miley Cyrus’ upcoming album and points out fans can expect to hear nothing like “We Can’t Stop” on it.
Yo Gotti flips the bird to all the haters and naysayers with his latest music video for “Fuck You”. The brutally honest track finds an auto-tuned Gotti also taking aim at his groupies and leechers with no fucks given whatsoever. The black and white visual showcases Yo Gotti surrounded by his goons enjoying the fruits of his street labor as he takes the time out to send out a big “fuck you”.
Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated Apex Predator LP, Crooked I grabs the mic along with co-host Somayeh and breaks down a few stand out tracks off the project. The Long Beach native gives insight behind the creative inspiration for “YODO” which serves a cautionary tale for the younger generation to always be aware of their surroundings. Next, Crooked talks “No Sleep Gang” which is the new banger and anthem for every go-getter and dream chaser.
The Slaughterhouse MC also takes the time to give his thoughts on the lack of authentic and talented artists currently plaguing Hip Hop but reassures listeners he holds the cure with Apex Predator. Before heading out, Crooked I gives details behind the unorthodox making of “Sumthin From Nuthin” which showcases the rapper creating a completely original song with nothing but a water bottle, some beat boxing skills, a pen, his finger and vocals. Be sure to tune into C.O.B. Radio every Wednesday broadcasted live from the Skee Lodge from 5 p.m to 7 p.m. only at Skee247.com internet radio.
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