Here’s a compilation of some coverage taken from Chance The Rapper’s first show in Illinois for “The Social Experiment Tour”. Check out the young Chicago bred rapper-singer as he kicked off his first solo tour at the Alpha Epsilon Pi Chapter House.
Lord Jamar was eager to clear the air and make sure viewers knew he was not a racist and did not agree with some of the criticism he received from artists like Hopsin, ScHoolboy Q and Royce Da 5’9″. Jamar also explains that he feels he was taken out of context and that artists like him who he believe in their freedom to free speech should embrace being outspoken and honest. Watch as Jamar vents his frustrations for quite awhile and addresses each comment he’s aware of.
West Fest TV is back with a new “Doggisodes” and episode number 29 is boasting a hilarious interview from Snoop Dogg while recently out in Switzerland. Somewhat cramped in the back of a van, the Doggfather sparks up a blunt and has some fun throwing zingers back and forth with his interviewer who he eventually gets high after claiming he doesn’t even smoke in the first place. There’s some pretty hilarious moments during their conversation which tackles topics like Snoop’s skateboard company, his work as a football coach and so much more. Daz Dillinger also makes a brief appearance in the beginning.
Kanye West decides to kick a freestyle for listeners on his recent visit to radio station Power 106 for an interview with Big Boy. Take a look as Yeezy keeps it straight skills and decides to drop bars off the top of the dome over the instrumental to “Clique” which is featured on his G.O.O.D. Music label’s compilation album Cruel Summer. Towards the end, the DJ decides to slip in Kanye’s “Through The Wire” instrumental to which Kanye stops spitting and explains the beat isn’t exactly accommodating for a freestyle.
Jen Deleon of HotNewHipHop links up with the Doggfather for a candid one-on-one interview. Snoop Dogg kicks things off with sharing his thoughts on this year’s BET Hip Hop Awards cyphers and reveals that Kendrick Lamar, Crooked I and Kevin Hart’s were actually his favorites. The Long Beach native reassured viewers that he hopes to show off his skills in a future cypher. Snoop’s recently passed birthday celebration was also the topic of discussion as the West Coast legend addressed his Colt 45 and G Pen sponsored event and breaks down the inspiration behind his new Snoopzilla alias. Before callin it a wrap, Snoop also shared his enthusiasm for his upcoming 7 Days Of Funk album and touched on what it means for him to be a coach and the lesson of teamwork he promotes to his players.
Revolt TV was on hand for Powerhouse 2013 in Philadelphia and caught up with Compton bred artist Kendrick Lamar for a few words. Watch as the TDE front man discusses with the camera his thoughts on transitioning from just being a fan of music to full on living it the lifestyle of a busy Hip Hop artist. As Lamar opens up about now being submerged in his busy lifestyle, he also shares what it’s like to hit the road with an artist like Kanye West and what he’s taken away from the experience up to this point.
T.I. is back with a new music video for the “The Way We Ride” which is featured on the down South rapper’s Trouble Man: Heavy Is The Head LP. The visuals for the infectious and smooth jam find the Hip Hop veteran taking a late night ride through his city and living the lavish life as he performs to the camera aboard a private plane. There’s also some performance and miscellaneous footage meshed in between to keep your attention.
DJ Khaled liberates his new music video for the slightly controversial “I Feel Like Pac/I Feel Like Biggie” track that’s featured on his new album Suffering From Success. After the song’s concept and title was unveiled plenty of Hip Hop enthusiasts began weighing in on the use of the names from the late great artists which eventually sparked a debate. Khaled’s new music video takes things a bit further and showcases vintage clips of Tupac and Notorious B.I.G. from interviews and in the studio. Take a look at the new black and white visual which also showcases spliced clips of Khaled and company as they perform their respective verses.
Infamous battle rapper and artist Jin catches up with Vlad TV for an exclusive interview. Speaking on his early success with the Ruff Ryders and “Learn Chinese,” Jin opens up about his experience with being a young artist who had so much potential to achieve great things in themusic industry. The wordsmith touches on his Asian roots and admits that he was guilty of feeding into some of the stereotype themes that he was confronted with following being signed. However, the seasoned vet clarifies he takes full responsibility of his own actions but points out different media outlets as examples that he feels also contributed to the problem. Before heading out, the former Ruff Ryder artist shares with viewers his experience of working in the studio with super producers like Wyclef, Kanye West and Just Blaze. Listen as Jin looks back and shares his disappointment with not being more involved, eager to network and leave a lasting impression.
Snoop Dogg recently celebrated his C-Day a few days ago along with the launch of his Long Beach inspired Grenco Science mobile vaporizer. West Fest TV was on location to cover the special event which hosted guests such as A$AP Rocky, Too $hort, B-Real, Busta Rhymes and more. Check out the Doggfather as he parties the night away and keeps the venue filled with plenty of weed smoke.