VIDEO: Mariah Carey Says Her Time At American Idol Was Like Being In Hell w/ Satan

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Mariah Carey recently paid Angie Martinez a visit at HOT 97 in New York for an exclusive one-on-one interview.  In the clip shown, Carey is questioned about her time as a judge on the popular television show, American Idol, and explains to Martinez that the experience for her was like working in hell with satan.  It’s no secret the R&B diva bumped head numerous times with Nicki Minaj who also served also served as a judge on the show, however, Carey was careful not to reveal who she exactly was comparing to be Satan-like.  Another interesting point the songstress decided touch on was that she loved many of the contestants but was disappointed when certain acts wouldn’t progress in the competition due to politics rather than talent.

MIXTAPE: Da Mafia 6ix – 6ix Commandments

damafia6ixThree 6 Mafia has officially taken a backseat to the new group known as Da Mafia 6ix.  Members of the rap group include DJ Paul, Gangsta Boo, Crunchy Black, Koopsta Knicca and Lord Infamous.  Yes, that means Juicy J and Project Pat are nowhere to be found on the group’s debut mixtape appropriately titled, 6ix Commandments.  Consisting of 12 new songs, Da Mafia 6ix’s latest and only offering at this point also features special guests like Yelawold, Bizzy Bone, Krazyie Bone, SpaceGhostPurrp, 8 Ball & MJG, The Outlawz and more.  CLICK HERE to download Da Mafia 6ix’s, 6ix Commandements.

1. Da Mafia 6ix – 6ix Commandments Intro
2. Da Mafia 6ix – Go Hard (Feat. Yelawolf) [Prod. By DJ Paul]
3. Da Mafia 6ix – Beacon N Blender [Prod. By DJ Paul]
4. Da Mafia 6ix – Been Had Hard [Prod. By DJ Paul & TWhy] [Co-Prod. By JGrxxn]
5. Da Mafia 6ix – Betta Pray (Feat. The Outlawz & Lil Whyte) [Prod. By DJ Paul & TWhy]
6. Da Mafia 6ix – Break Da Law [Prod. By DJ Paul]
7. Da Mafia 6ix – Murder On My Mind (Feat. Space Ghost Purp, Bizzy Bone & Krayzie Bone) [Prod. By Space Ghost Purp; Co-Produced By JGrxxn & DJ Paul]
8. Da Mafia 6ix – Remember (Feat. Lil Wyte) [Prod. By DJ Paul]
9. Da Mafia 6ix – Stash Spot [Prod. By DJ Paul]
10. Da Mafia 6ix – Yean High (Feat. 8-Ball & MJG) [Prod. By DJ Paul & TWhy; Co-Prod. By JGrxxn]
11. Da Mafia 6ix – Body Parts (Feat. Kokoe, Point Blank, JGrxxn, Locodunit, Skinny Pimp, Gangsta Boo, Crunchy Black, La Chat, Lil Whyte, Lord Infamous, Koopsta Knicca, DJ Paul & More) [Prod. By DJ Paul]
12. Da Mafia 6ix – 6ix Commandments Outro

VIDEO: Isaiah Rashad – Toca Tuesdays Freestyle

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TDE’s new signee, Isaiah Rashad, continues to make his presence felt over on the East Coast as the rapper continues his promotional run through New York.  This time the Chattanooga emcee links up with Tony Touch on Shade 45 for an interview and exclusive freestyle.  Check out the young rapper in action as he goes off-the-top for an impromptu freestyle that lasts close to three minutes over Hi-Tek’s “Round and Round” instrumental.

VIDEO: Big Sean – Made In A Minute

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Noisey serves up a new visual with G.O.O.D. Music’s Big Sean as the Detroit native breaks down in 60 seconds how he was able to make it in the music industry.  Opening things up by crediting his mother’s musical favorites as his early influences, the rapper explains how he use to attend a radio show every Friday and battle rap for the chance to showcase his skills on air.  By chance, Sean gives viewers insight on how he was able to get the opportunity to freestyle for Kanye after he made a visit to the radio station.

VIDEO: Bun B On Sway In The Morning + Freestyle

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Bun B heads to Shade 45 radio for an exclusive interview with Sway Calloway and Heather B for Sway In The Morning.  The Rice University instructor speaks on his course curriculum and breaks down what students take away from his class.  The Trill O.G. breaks down the difference between rap music and hip hop culture, materialism and admits that Houston is currently in a state of identity crisis.  The rapper also gets into details with the morning crew about his distinctive delivery and voice.  Later in the interview the UGK emcee takes a moment to drop a few bars off-the-top for listeners tuning in.

AUDIO: Young Jeezy – Foul Play

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Young Jeezy took to Twitter today to air out some of his frustrations with Def Jam and his rant eventually resulted in the release of a new song titled “Foul Play.”  Backed by a piano driven instrumental courtesy of producer Drumma Boy, the Atlanta native delivers some raw street inspired lyrics.  The hard-hitting track is set to be featured on Jeezy’s upcoming ItsThaWorld Vol. 2.  Young Jeezy also pointed out to fans that if Def Jam doesn’t get their act together that he plans to release some new material before Christmas.

VIDEO: Mac Miller – Warm Up Sessions Freestyle On SBTV

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SBTV manages to grab an exclusive freestyle from Mac Miller for the latest episode of the channel’s “Warm Up Sessions” series.  Miller decides to showcase his skills and kicks some off-the-top introspective rhymes over Notorious B.I.G.’s classic “Skys The Limit” instrumental.

VIDEO: Wiz Khalifa – The Plan Feat. Juicy J

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Wiz Khalifa takes the better late than never approach and delivers his latest music video for “The Plan” featuring Juicy J.  It’s all about living in the lap of luxury and celebrating success in Khalifa’s new visual which finds both artists performing to the camera from a mansion.  With plenty of random beauties in the mix and a butler on deck, the Taylor Gang rappers pour up some champagne and fine greenery while reminiscing on their humble beginnings.  “The Plan” is featured on Wiz Khalifa’s O.N.I.F.C. album.

VIDEO: Childish Gambino On The Arsenio Hall Show

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Rapper Childish Gambino sits down for an interview on The Arsenio Hall Show.  The two discuss the meaning behind Gambino’s photo he posted on Instagram which contained a Ramada Inn notepad that listed a few things that the rapper was scared of.  Interestingly enough, Childish’s list also revealed that he was apparently afraid of becoming Tyrese.  Watch as Gambino breaks down exactly what he meant to Arsenio in front of a live studio audience.

VIDEO: Casey Veggies – She In My Car Feat. Dom Kennedy | Behind The Scenes

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Civil TV goes behind the scenes on the set of Casey Veggie’s new visual for “She In My Car.”  The track also features Dom Kennedy who was on set in Beverly Hills taking in the scenery and beautiful models.  Check out Veggies as he shares some commentary with the camera and is all smiles when he gets a rub down in a bubble bath from a few sexy extras.