Rapper Ace Hood links up with Tim Westwood overseas for a new one-on-one interview as part of the radio host’s Crib Sessions. Hood explains the creative direction behind his new Trials & Tribulations, explains how he first met DJ Khaled and opens up on his frustration with other rappers not giving his flow credit and subsequently stealing it. Ace also gets into his smash hit “Bugatti,” life in Miami and much more.
Revolt TV heads down to Atlanta for the A3C 2013. Take a look at some compiled footage from day one which consists of some different interviews from unsigned artists who attended this year along with bigger names like rapper Problem, Badd Lucc and Rich Homie Quan. The creative minds behind the growing music festival also lend some commentary to the camera as they stress the importance of the event and what it means to independent artists.
Pusha T sits down with Noisey for the third part of the G.O.O.D. Music artist’s My Name Is My Name testimonial entitled “Birth Of A Rapper.” Watch as King Push talks drugs and breaks down his early Hip Hop influences that surrounded him as a kid courtesy of his brothers and sister who were heavy into music and the culture. Pusha T also reveals that he finally feels at this stage in his career that he’s truly arrived and considers himself a rapper more than any other time in his life.
A$AP Rocky continues his collaborative interview series with Noisey and catches up next with Snoop Lion. Watch as the two discuss a number of topics over a blunt which include the transition of groupies switching from prominently from women in the ’90s to nowadays males, balancing success and relationships. In part two below, Rocky shares details behind how “F*ckin Problems” came together, the two artists praise Canadian rapper Drake, Snoop speaks on 2Pac and much more.
Rapper turned actor Nelly catches up with the good folks over at Good Morning America for a brief interview and live performance of his new single “Rick James” featured on his upcoming M.O. album. The Real Husbands of Hollywood actor shared with viewers the motivation behind his seventh solo album and addressed why he collaborating with artists from genres outside of Hip Hop. Watch as Nelly takes the stage and performs alongside surprise guest T.I. for viewers in-studio and at home to see.
T.I. sits down with DJ Skee and shares details on his current passion for developing new talent like Trae The Truth, Iggy Azalea, Mars and more. In fact, T.I. takes the opportunity to speak highly of rapper Problem and shares his business aspirations for bringing the California native’s Diamond Lane imprint over to Hustle Gang. The reality TV star touched on the evolution of West Coast Hip Hop and explained why at this stage in his career he’s chosen to embrace a more executive role in music.
Hypetrak TV catches up with rising Hip Hop star Chance The Rapper out in Chicago and get his thoughts on a number of topics. As the interview plays out Chance discusses his acclaimed mixtape release with Acid Rap, the project leaking early just before its release time, the meaning behind “Paranoia,” his idea of a perfect day in Chicago and much more. Watch as Chance also touches on the difference between performing in Chicago and out on the road and earning co-signs from some of the most talented veterans in music.
Allindstorm TV catches up with TDE President, Punch, to discuss the motivation behind the work ethic and motto practiced at TDE and much more. Watch as Punch gives the inside scoop on how the label has Dr. Dre’s utmost support, speaks on ScHoolboy Q’s upcoming Oxymoron LP and the differences from Kendrick Lamar’s Good Kid m.A.A.d. City, the Compton native’s “Control” verse, new artists signed to the label and shares details behind almost signing Chance The Rapper.
SKEE Live’s latest guests featured California natives Dom Kennedy, Nipsey Hussle and Paris Hilton. During a candid interview on live television with host DJ Skee, the artists collectively discussed the evolution of West Coast Hip Hop and shared their opinion on how they feel about the new era of talent that is currently in place and leading the way.
Nelly stops by radio station Power 105 for an interview with The Breakfast Club. Speaking candidly, Nelly shares his thoughts on his role on the hit BET television show Real Husbands Of Hollywood, the current state of music and Ageism in Hip Hop, his new collaboration with Miley Cyrus and much more. The rapper turned actor also gives insight behind his new role alongside Sylvester Stallone in an upcoming film due out next year in the Spring. Sidebar: Angela Yee also takes the opportunity to throw a quick jab in the direction of LaLa Anthony after Honey Nut Cheerios ends up at one point being the topic of discussion.
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