So apparently the MPC is now an instrument and producer AraabMUZIK demonstrates for The Crosby Press how to freestyle on it. Take a look as the Rhode Island native goes to work for the cameras and demonstrates his talent for creating live beats on the drum machine with his rapid and rhythmic patterns he’s recognized for.
Fuse links up with Busta Rhymes on the set of his new music video for “#Twerk It (Remix)” featuring Nicki Minaj off his upcoming LP. According to director Mr. X, the video’s concept will embody a party vibe but at the same time apparently bring something different to the table that has never been seen before. Produced by Pharrell, Busta also gives the rundown behind the visual for “#Twerk It” from his perspective and says that it means everything to him and that he’s never had a problem just being who he is.
Meek Mill takes viewers behind the scenes during a studio session for Dreamchasers 3 and visually reminds us all of just how broke we really are in comparison to him and his expensive spending habits. More importantly, the MMG rapper takes the time to preview two new tracks off his upcoming project, breaks down how luxurious his jewelry is and still finds the opportunity to get a dice game in before leaving the studio early in the morning. Check out the footage below to basically see Meek gettin’ his floss on and playing some new cuts off his project.
Prodigy and Alchemist paid a visit to Shade 45 to have a sit down with Statik Selektah on “Showoff Radio”. Before heading out, P decided to hop on the microphone and give an exclusive freestyle over an Alchemist instrumental. Take a look at the video below to see the Mobb Deep MC in action.
2 Chainz and company introduce a new mini series today for fans titled “24 Hours To Live”. Narrated by 2 Chainz, cameras take viewers along for an intimate behind the scenes look at the rapper during his recent travels to Africa and Los Angeles. Chainz also gives his commentary as he reflects on his success, meeting Jay-Z and Beyonce, the Illuminati, and much more. Fans can also look forward to the rapper’s upcoming sophomore album, B.O.A.T.S: Me Time, set to drop on September 10.
Revolt TV catches up with Hit-Boy for an exclusive interview and talks his contributions to Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail album. The former G.O.O.D. Music signee talks “Somewhere in America” and shares his thoughts on Hov’s now infamous Miley Cyrus twerk line. Hit also recalls speaking to Jay about a year before the album’s release and reassuring Jigga that he was ready and more than willing to collaborate with him whenever he decided to begin recording. Hit-Boy also gives the details on how Jay-Z acquired the “Somewhere in America” instrumental which originally was going to be used by Travis $cott. Before heading out, Hit-Boy also explains why he believes he brought the soulful and youthful sound to the album and gives his reasoning behind leaving G.O.O.D. Music.
B.O.B. delivers a new music video today for “That How You Feel” off his upcoming Underground Luxury project which is apparently coming before the end of the summer. The Grand Hustle artist drops a teaser that gives fans a short studio performance of B.O.B. laying down the track. Production-wise, soulful guitar rifts and hard drums provide the perfect platform for Bobby Ray to go to work. Check out the visual snippet for “That How You Feel” below.
Legendary DJ Tony Touch visits Fuse for an interview and discusses his recent mixtape release Piece Maker 3: Return of The 50 MC’s. Tony gives insight into the history behind his classic Power Cypha: 50 MC’s mixtape and how he went about including 50 artists onto one project. Touch also reveals that his newest release is actually his 100th mixtape and that it also serves as the closer to his Piece Maker trilogy. With Eminem making an appearance on Piece Maker 3 with “Symphony In H”, Tony shares how he went about acquiring the feature from the elusive MC and also points out that he included short vocal samples throughout the mixtape from artists who’ve passed on like ODB, Big Pun and Guru to name a few. Before calling it a wrap, Tony Touch previews three songs off the project with “B.A.R.S” from The Lox, “World Premier” from Liknuts and “V.I.P.” from Too $hort featuring Kurupt and Xzibit.
While in Miami, MMG rapper Gunplay decided to pay a visit to Club Eve and performed two songs off his Acquitted mixtape. The “long hair don’t care” dreaded up artist took the stage and performed “Salute Me” and “Drop The Tint”. Check out the video below to see Gunplay make his rounds and chop it up with staff from the club, give daps and pounds to awaiting fans and get live.
Clyde Carson grabs the spotlight on the newest episode of The Showcase and shares with Skee.TV his past, present and what fans can look forward to in the near future. A native of Oakland, Calif. and member of the group The Team, Bay Area rapper Clyde Carson gives insight into his humble beginnings in Hip Hop and what he’s working hard to accomplish. Fresh off the recent success of his hit single “Slow Down” featuring The Team, Carson explains how he began making music around 2001-2002 and eventually found his way to New York where he learned a lot about the business. Inspired by the movement and sound of the Bay Area, Clyde eventually found his way back home to Oakland and stresses that it’s important to keep the sound of his home turf relevant within his music. The former Blackwall Street signee also reassures fans they can expect new music from The Team with their new collaborative 3 Kings mixtape which is set to drop sometime later this year.
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