Last night, Powerhouse 2013 went down in Philadelphia courtesy of radio station Power 99FM. Serving as headliner for the special event, MMG rapper Meek Mill took the stage in his hometown and decided to pay tribute to his deceased protege by performing “Lil Nigga Snupe.” The emotional track is featured on Mill’s latest mixtape release, Dreamchasers 3.
HOT 97’s DJ Camilo does the honors of unveiling a new soulful collaborative track from Yo Gotti and J. Cole titled “Cold Blood.” Over a smooth sample based instrumental, Gotti and Cole spit introspective and street inspired bars for listeners. “Cold Blood” is set to be featured on Gotti’s forthcoming album, I Am, which is scheduled to be released on Novemeber 19.
As ScHoolboy Q gears up to release his highly anticipated Oxymoron LP this January, the Los Angeles native decides to drop a visual for “Banger (MOSHPIT).” Decked out in a black hoodie and bucket cap, Q serves up a gritty music video for his energy packed. ScHoolboy Q makes sure to give a shout out to his old neighborhood over the song’s catchy chorus while lacing his verses with street inspired rhymes.
Papoose teams up with N.O.R.E. to form a New York alliance as the rappers vent their frustrations with radio stations like HOT 97 catering to Miami and other outside artists on “The Rotten Apple.” HOT 97′s Ebro also makes an appearance on the track in the form of audio snippets from a previous interview with Pap along the song’s chorus. Take a listen as Papoose and N.O.R.E. spit aggressive bars and attempt to unite New York City and motivate listeners to support the home team more by changing the status quo.
N.O.R.E. and his Good Belt Gang crew release a New York inspired visual as the team heads to the streets to shoot a visual for “FuckWitUsUKnowWeGotIt.” Watch as N.O.R.E. explains that after running through two tours and traveling across the states, it was impossible not to hear JAY Z’s standout track off his Magna Carta Holy Grail LP so he decided to round the troops and put together an official remix.
R&B singer Jaheim is back with a new visual for “Chase Forever” which is featured on his latest album Appreciation Day. The black and white music video finds the seasoned artist making a promise to chase his love interest forever. With a busy life out on the road and the up’s and down’s that come with any relationship, Jaheim makes it clear he’s devoted to his woman and explains that despite any circumstances they both endure he’ll always be in her corner.
Ice Cube takes a page out of Jason’s book with new terrifying music video for “Sasquatch” which will be featured on the West Coast legend’s forthcoming Everythang’s Corrupt LP. Just in time before Halloween, Cube puts his acting skills to good use and embodies the character of a cold blooded machete-wielding killer. Take a look as Ice Cube mobs through a cabin and the spooky woods to catch unsuspecting victims slippin’.
Neighborhood Nipsey Hussle catches up with Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds for an in-depth and lengthy interview over at HOT 97. Hot off the release of his game changing Crenshaw project, Nip shares his thoughts on the rise of West Coast Hip Hop and breaks down his inspiration for slapping a $100 price tag on it. The Los Angeles native also touches on his Proud2Pay movement, his relationship with Snoop Dogg and what it took to learn the in’s and out’s of the music industry in order to reach the level he’s at today. Speaking candidly, Nipsey explains his friendship with Kendrick Lamar, TDE, DJ Quik and much more.
It’s no secret that Kendrick Lamar’s controversial verse on Big Sean’s “Control” was the topic of discussion in the world of Hip Hop for sometime. However, the Compton rapper’s game changing wordplay was also able to catch the attention of former Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers coach, Phil Jackson, after K. Dot dedicated a few bars to the NBA legend. Take a look at this bonus clip from The Seth Davis Show where the host asks Phil to give viewers insight behind what motivated him to acknowledge Lamar’s and what he meant behind his words of wisdom.
Cleveland’s King Chip is back with a new visual for “Deion Sanders” featured on his new 44108 mixtape. Formerly known as Chip Tha Ripper, the Midwest emcee decides to channel legendary NFL player Deion Sander’s flashy attitude as he takes to the streets and performs to the camera while dropping a flurry of braggadocios rhymes. Take a look at the Hi-Def directed visual which finds the rapper showcasing his skills over a menacing instrumental courtesy of Taylor Gang’s Sledgren.
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