Juicy J keeps it trippy and brings along Taylor Gang front man Wiz Khalifa for a new collaborative track called “Shootin”. Produced by Juicy J and Crazy Mike, the juice man announced that he would be releasing the new track tonight and came through on his promise via his twitter. Take a listen to “Shootin” below and be sure to CLICK HERE to download Juicy’s latest offering. Stay Trippy dropping soon.
Jay-Z who is currently promoting his new album Magna Carta Holy Grail, stopped by Hot 97 for a one-on-one interview with the lovely Angie Martinez. In this first clip above, Hov opens things up by revealing that he prefers to stay off social media platforms and enforces a certain code of ethics in his chosen circle, however, he admits to giving Lenny S. the exclusive green light to post what he desires. Jay also opens up about his memorable Q&A session with fans on Twitter, the Brooklyn Nets, and tells Angie he no longer needs money.
In part two of Hot 97’s exclusive interview with Jay-Z and Angie Martinez, Hov gives his opinion on the growing public backlash towards Miley Cyrus and the recent album releases from J. Cole, Wale and Kanye West. Jigga man also praises Kanye’s latest effort with Yeezus and explains why he feels the album is artistic and great for hip hop. Continuing with the interview, Jay enlightens Angie to the fact that Beyonce has a vault of hit records they enjoy listening to privately and also shares his experience with attending President Barack Obama’s inauguration which apparently ended up getting ratchet.
Young Guru sits down with Chedo on The Come Up Show and discusses the importance of piracy in Hip Hop and how it has allowed the opportunity for upcoming artists to establish their careers. Guru points out how piracy has helped the genre grow in a new digital era and also speaks on the reality of its effects on the art of the album. Chedo also talks with Young Guru about Mac Miller’s past courtroom troubles over his remix to Lord Finesse’s 1995 “Hip 2 Da Game” instrumental. Young Guru also says he hopes Jay-Z never retires and speaks on transition of his career as Hov approaches his mid 40’s this year. Before heading out, Guru lets the viewers know he’s working on developing his own line of headphones which will be catered towards home studio mixing and engineering.
Rising rap sensation Kid Ink and DJ Ill Will stop by the world famous Skee Lodge for an exclusive interview with DJ Skee. Ink opens things up by sharing with Skee his experience of being out on the road with Kendrick Lamar and the TDE crew. The recent RCA signee gives details on the past tour, talks about what he’s learned, his growth as an artist and his thoughts on the transition of Kendrick Lamar’s career to stardom. Before heading out, Kid Ink and DJ Ill Will give Skee the background story on the remix to “Bossin’ Up” and how Ink went about recruiting French Montana and A$AP Ferg to be featured on his new single. Fans can hear Kid Ink’s latest offering with his Almost Home EP which is now available.
Now this is a cool ass music video. Wale drops an 8-bit inspired visual for “Back 2 Ballin” featuring French Montana off his Folarin mixtape. The duo get their Streets of Rage fighting, racing and more on while two beauties pick up the controllers and put in work on an old video game console. This is a nice throwback concept. Check out the MMG rapper’s latest offering with “Back 2 Ballin” in the animated video below.
Wale took to his twitter and recently gave the fans a new collaborative joint, “Winter Schemes”, from the MMG rapper and the Born Sinner J. Cole. Produced by Jake One, the slappin’ sample based song is a demonstration of lyrical talent from both respective artists as they effortlessly go to work and drop a verse a piece. Packed with tales of struggle and the road to comin’ up, “Winter Schemes” definitely reeks of replay value and I suggest you take a listen for yourself via the audio stream below.
Nardwuar the human serviette recently caught up with Brooklyn rapper Fabolous as he made his way to Vancouver to perform at a show. Doing what he does best, Nardwuar went to work and conducted a Q&A session with plenty of humorous moments that covered plenty of topics. Peep the footage and check out Fab speak on music, strip clubs, Brooklyn rappers and much more.
The L.A. Leakers and producer Cardo deliver a new track from the boss dogg called “Passenger Seat” off their upcoming Mental $tates project. Snoop Dogg takes a ride over some bouncy laid back production courtesy of Cardo and kicks the real about the luxuries of riding shotgun with the west coast OG. Take a listen below the first leak off Mental $tates which is expected to drop August and be sure to pick up that download while its available.
Mac Miller drops his new trippy music video for “Gees” which features TDE artist ScHoolboy Q off his new LP Watching TV With The Sound Off. The psychedelic looking visual comes equipped with all the necessary tools for a crazy day on the block with Mac like 40 ounce bottles of Olde English, weed, cigarettes, and of course some chicken courtesy of Q. Take a look at the new visual from Mac Miller below and let us know what you think in the comment section below.
Hit-Boy who compiled the production for Jay-Z’s “Somewhere In America” off Magna Carta Holy Grail decides to take the instrumental and recruit MMG artist Rockie Fresh for an official remix. Hit-Boy does a nice job of demonstrating his talent as an artist and proves he can stand alone after recently parting ways with G.O.O.D. Music. Take a listen below via the audio stream as the two rappers go in and effortlessly ride the beat and showcase their respective skills.
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