Vibe TV catches up with Lemiert Park rapper Dom Kennedy and gets his thoughts on the creative direction behind his latest album Get Home Safely. Kennedy also gets into details behind his album accidentally being sold before its release date by retailer Best Buy. Listen as Dom breaks down how he was able to get, Get Home Safely, on to Best Buy’s shelves and his decision to introduce fans to the project with the first single “South Central Love.”
The self proclaimed boss of the Rap game touches down on the West Coast and checks in with DJ Skee for an exclusive interview. Take a look as Rozay makes himself comfortable on Skee’s studio leather couch, puffs on a blunt and gets into details behind his upcoming Mastermind LP. The Miami native addresses the meaning of what a real boss is and the importance of being universal with making decisions that often times go beyond music. In fact, Ross reveals he was behind Kanye West signing Pusha T which subsequently lead to a successful career with G.O.O.D. Music. As the candid interview between the two entrepreneurs continued, Rick Ross touched on the unity shared between staff and every artist at Maybach Music Group and clarifies he believes his movement is the biggest in the world of Hip Hop. Before heading out, Rozay shares with listeners how he was able to tap into his experiences from over the last year and use the ups and downs as creative inspirations. Fans can pick up Rick Ross’ new album Mastermind when it hits shelves on December 17
Neighborhood Nipsey Hussle pays DJ Skee a visit to discuss his new Crenshaw mixtape and reveal the details behind its $100 price tag. Though giving every fan the option to download the project for free via DatPiff, Nipsey explains he wanted create a dialogue among his fans and Hip Hop enthusiasts as well as create a movement where consumers would be proud to pay. Hussle clarifies to listeners that those who purchased hard copies will also be treated to a private concert to give his fans a unique live experience. Speaking candidly with the AXS TV host, Nipsey gives credit to DJ Skee for inspiring him to pursue his business aspirations and entrepreneurial dreams.
Former Roc-A-Fella artist and Philly native Young Chris links up with Cosmic Kev for “The Come Up Show.” Watch as Chris goes to work and drops an eight minute freestyle for the listeners tuning in. It’s clear the lyrical young gun hasn’t lost a step when it comes to his bars as he sets out to showcase his skills over two separate instrumentals.
HBK members Iamsu! and Sage The Gemini turn up the energy with their new collaborative mixtape Check Yo Ponytail 2. The duo combine forces with producer Salva to deliver an official Heartbreak mix of songs also featuring additional members from the HBK clique. The 15-song project also contains a new salva remix of the Sage The Gemini’s breakout hit “Gas Pedal.” Check out the official tracklist provided and CLICK HERE to download the latest offering the California natives.
1. Sage The Gemini ft. Iamsu – Gas Pedal (Salva Remix)
2. HBK Gang – Quit Cattin
3. Rossi ft. Iamsu – Like This (Salva’s Gijibae Edit)
4. Iamsu – 100 Grand (Salva’s Ballin’ Edit)
5. Iamsu ft. P-Lo & Sage The Gemini – Return of the Mac
6. Nick Catchdubs ft. Iamsu & Jay Ant – Bizness
7. HBK Gang – Gettin It (Salva’s Paranoid Edit)
8. Sage The Gemini – Swerve
9. P-Lo – Going To Work (Hood Mix)
10. Loverance ft. Iamsu – Up! (Salva’s TWRK Edit)
11. Roach Gigz ft. Iamsu – It’s Lit (Salva & Hook Doin’ It Edit)
12. Sage The Gemini – Don’t You
13. Sage The Gemini – Red Nose
14. August Alsina ft. Iamsu & Problem – Numb
15. 100s – 1999
Rich Homie Quan apparently feels some time of way about the undisputed auto-tune champ Future. The track finds Quan venting some of his frustrations about his style and delivery being compared to rapper-singer Future over a menacing instrumental courtesy of Dun Deal. Take a listen as Quan declares himself the future of music and admits he’s never even met Future at this point in career. This doesn’t exactly come at the best time for the auto-tune champ as he currently finds himself sitting on the sidelines after making questionable comments aimed at YMCMB rapper Drake’s new album Nothing Was The Same to Billboard. If one things for sure it would appear that Future’s watermouth has gotten him into trouble with two artists now.
MMG rapper Gunplay takes to the streets of New York with Young Breed and Torch to shoot a new music video for “F*ck Shit.” Taking the opportunity to vent some of his frustrations with the world, Gunplay finds his serenity by going in over the menacing production and lacing it with ruthless bars about his shortcomings and talent. It’s no secret it’s been a roller coaster of a year for Gunplay and the rapper channels that energy into creating a new gritty street anthem.
Karen Civil hits the green carpet at the 2013 BET Hip Hop Awards held in Atlanta and discusses with a number of artists what it means to them for MC Lyte to be honored as this years “I Am Hip Hop Award” recipient. Take a look as the camera nabs some on-the-spot commentary from Lola Monroe, 2 Chainz and Asia Sparks.
Black Hippy covers the new October/November issue of XXL magazine. Take a look as California rappers Kendrick Lamar, ScHoolboy Q, Ab-Soul and Jay Rock pose for the camera as photographer Jonathan Mannion goes to work to capture the right image.
Noisey catches up with G.O.O.D. Music rapper 2 Chainz and gets him to sit down, read and respond to comments left on his “Feds Watching” music video online. Taking the moment in with a humble approach and lighthearted attitude, Chainz addresses one users feelings about the feds, his wardrobe decisions, the motivation behind selecting the models in the music video and much more. In fact, 2 Chainz even entertains one viewers question which ask for help from the rapper to fulfill their dream of becoming a walrus.
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