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VIDEO: Solange Talks Reflects On Recruiting Beyonce & Kelly To Handle A Bully + More

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Angie Martinez brings in Solange Knowles for an exclusive interview on her HOT 97 radio show.  The conversation kicks off with the two discussing Solange’s album artwork which was inspired by an artist she says she discovered in New Orleans.  Knowles continued by explaining she temporarily lived in the city and spoke highly of the culture.  The sultry songstress also shared a funny story of recruiting Beyonce and Kelly to handle a bully that had been giving her a hard time at school.  Before heading out, Knowles touched on her pro-spanking attitude and admitted she doesn’t eat meat.

VIDEO: Tech N9ne Talks Horror Films, Collabs w/ Eminem & Kendrick Lamar, Touring w/ JAY Z + More

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Kansas City’s Tech N9ne made his way to AXS TV for an exclusive interview on episode 16 of SKEE Live.  The rapper shared with viewers his love for the horror film genre and revealed to DJ Skee that, Halloween 2, is in fact his favorite scary movie of all time.  The witty host took the opportunity to try and give the rapper a scare with a secret extra who slowly crept up behind Tech in a full-on Michael Myers costume.  As the conversation between the two entrepreneurs continued, Tech spoke on his early collaborations with the likes of JAY Z and Eminem along with a few others and revealed that DJ Skee was responsible for giving him the opportunity to make his television debut.  TDE and Jay Rock were also topics of discussion as Tech N9ne explained how he had a major role in getting Jay Rock out of his contract with Warner Brothers which ultimately allowed the indie label to flourish and develop talents like Kendrick Lamar.  Check out Tech as he spoke on his long-time working relationship with the Compton native and said his goodbyes to his fans with his signature Tech N9ne gun salute.

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.

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.

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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.

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VIDEO: Steve Aoki On GGN w/ Snoop Dogg

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Steve Aoki sits down for an interview with Snoop Dogg on GGN.  The DJ breaks down his humble beginnings in music and speaks on his transition into electronic music.  Aoki touches on his EDM sound, breaks down his approach to how he DJ’s at a club compared to a festival and so much more.  Before calling it a wrap, Snoop partakes in a little Q&A session with Aoki and as usual a sexy weather girl shows up about midway into things.

VIDEO: Jermaine Dupri Talks Social Media & The Music Industry, Global 14 + More

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Jermaine Dupri sits down with Karmaloop TV for an exclusive interview.  Take a look as Dupri weighs in on the power of social media and the importance of being able to use it to your advantage in this day and age.  Jermaine touches on the ways social media has allowed the music industry to evolve and points out that it leads to expansion.  In fact, Dupri spoke on his inspiration for creating his own social network, Global 14, and explained why it’s crucial for him to have a direct way to communicatie with his fans on his own terms.  Before heading out, Jermaine Dupri also suggested that record labels and artists start looking as leaks as promo opportunities and to be smart enough to capitalize on them.

VIDEO: Chris Webby Talks Homegrown EP & Debut Album w/ Revolt TV

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Chris Webby links up with Revolt TV in New York for a one-on-one sit down and gets into details about his upcoming Homegrown EP.  The Connecticut native opens up about his excitement for fans to hear what he’s been working on.  Webby also explains that the project will serve as a predecessor before he gears up to release his debut album to the world.  The rapper reassures viewers that they can expect to hear much more from him as his full story has yet to be told.

VIDEO: YG Talks Young Jeezy, DJ Mustard & ‘My Krazy Life’ In Philly

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HipHopSince1987′s E-Money catches up with YG backstage at a recent performance in Philadelphia for a short Q&A session.  Check out the Compton native break down for the camera how he was able to link up with Def Jam label mate Young Jeezy and subsequently become a part of CTE.  The rapper also briefly addresses his relationship with beatsmith, DJ Mustard, and reveals fans can look forward to some top notch production from him on his upcoming album, My Krazy Life.  E-Money also attempts to get some updated information from YG on his potential collaborative mixtape with Nipsey Hussle but the rapper decides to downplay the question and leave viewers in suspense.

VIDEO: Drake On “Worst Behavior” Music Video | Preview

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Revolt TV links up with Drizzy Drake to get the YMCMB rappers thoughts on his new self-directed music video for “Worst Behavior.”  Featured on the Canadian rapper’s new album, Nothing Was The Same, Drake briefly touches on the song’s aggressive flow, cadences and underlying meaning.  Drizzy also makes it clear in to the short preview that he doesn’t consider himself the best in the game.  However, he does take the opportunity to celebrate his success and points out to viewers that he always promised he would make it to the top.  Check out the rapper’s full interview with Revolt TV which is set to air tonight on a special Drake edition of The Gate.