From his humble beginnings in the streets of Minnesota to transitioning over into the bright lights of Hollywood, Skee.TV brings you an intimate look at DJ Skee’s rise to fame in the entertainment world. Skee shares with the cameras details on his life changing meeting at the age of 17 with former President of Loud Records, Steve Rifkind, and deciding to move out to L.A. to run the marketing department of LOUD records before ever even graduating high school. Watch as DJ Skee talks his blueprint for success and gives insight behind some of his crowning achievements.
In the final part of BBC and Zane Lowe’s sit down with legendary MC Jay Z, the rapper speaks openly about his desire to grow and evolve. Hov also reflects on the love for his daughter, Blue Ivey, and his initial feelings. Jay also stresses the importance of being mature and prepared when deciding to bring a child into this world. As the conversation continues, Hov shares his creative direction behind “Jay Z Blue” off his recent Magna Carta Holy Grail album as well as the rebellious message to challenge the status quo behind “F.U.T.W.”. Deciding to change the initial hook on “Tom Ford” also is discussed along with Jay Z’s new focus on balancing family life and a busy career.
Super producer Timbaland opens up to Revolt TV cameras about his past falling out with Jay-Z. Timbo shares his feelings on missing Jay-Z’s 40th birthday and the pain he endured with having to part ways from his good friend. However, after receiving text messages from Jay-Z to come out to Brooklyn so that they both could talk, the two friends eventually reconciled and embraced one another after setting their egos aside.
In part three of BBC and Zane Low’s interview with Jay-Z, business and politics serve as the topic of discussion as Hov shares his honest opinion on matters such as healthcare and President Obama. However, Jay kicks things off by speaking on Roc Nation’s early years and the importance of setting the foundation for the label by first signing writers, producers and later developing careers of artists like J. Cole with the help of A&R’s. The former Def Jam president also says that greatness takes time and doesn’t agree with associating tracks with specific seasons like summer or winter. Hov also speaks candidly on his belief that the sports industry and Hip Hop are “cousins” and the talents that surface from both come from the same origins. Jay-Z also points out that he doesn’t move in political circles but stresses that Obama is a symbol of hope for a new generation.
CNN cameras caught up with up with Snoop to get his opinion and thoughts on the controversial Trayvon Martin-George Zimmerman trial which concluded with a jury of six women finding Zimmerman not guilty of murder. Snoop tells the viewers he believes the prosecution for Martin’s family had a weak case and was motivated by money and lacked passion for seeking justice. The Long Beach native also shared with CNN some choice words for Florida’s now infamous ‘stand-your-ground’ law.
BBC and Zane Low deliver part two of their candid interview with Jay-Z. Zane continues his one-on-one sit down with Jay by getting his thoughts behind Magna Carta Holy Grail’s intro track “Holy Grail” featuring Justin Timberlake. Low and Jay also discuss Timberlake’s heartfelt delivery and the importance of the track which served as the albums “center piece” according to Hov. Jay-Z goes on to explain the creative direction behind the song which serves as a cautionary tale in regards to fame but at the same time addresses it as a blessing. Jigga man also speaks openly about how he balances fame in his life and stresses the importance of living a normal existence. Zane and Jay-Z close out this portion of their interview by discussing the music industry’s reluctance to adopt and utilize modern technology in order to effectively promote and distribute new music.
Zane Low and BBC recently sat down for an in depth interview with Jay-Z and over the next few days will be releasing a total of four parts. In part one, Jay-Z opens things up by speaking on his new album, Magna Carta Holy Grail, and shares its beginning stages which stem from “Holy Grail” and “Oceans” which came about immediately following Watch The Throne. Jay also recalls arguing with Kanye West for four days after the G.O.O.D. Music artist caught wind of the records and felt they needed to make the tracklist for Watch The Throne. Hov also goes into detail about the atmosphere in Baseline Studios during the recording of his classic LP, The Blueprint, and the creative environment that Kanye West and Just Blaze helped contribute to.
As the interview continues, Jay-Z reflects on his fall out with producer Timbaland and their eventual reconciliation which came about after Timbo previewed “Picasso Baby” for Jay. Jigga man also talks how “Picasso Baby” set the tone for Magna Carta Holy Grail, how “Versus” organically came about during a back and forth exchange between Swizz Beats and Timbaland and recording his album at Jungle Studios in New York. Finally, Jay-Z speaks on the importance of putting ego’s aside and the spontaneous session that brought about “BBC”.
Black Hippy member ScHoolboy Q links up with the lovely Karen Civil for a one-on-one interview where the two discuss a number of current topics. Q confirms that his forthcoming album, Oxymoron, is completed and details how the project went through three different versions before finally getting the green light to drop later this year in the 4th quarter. ScHoolboy clarifies that Oxymoron will focus on his past and present and cover topics like his love for his daughter and his struggle to make it in music. The TDE rapper also goes on to share that he would love to hit the road with Action Bronson and sends a request to Jill Scott for a future collaboration. Before calling it a wrap, Q also talks with Karen about cutting his past drug habits, old tweets aimed at Wale that recently surfaced, appearing in Myspace’s new commercial and reveals his next move is to get into acting.
Los Angeles up and coming artist S-Mak is the latest MC to be featured in Boost Mobile’s Be Heard Sessions. Equipped with socially conscious lyrics, the South Central native drops bars for the camera packed with substance and gives insight behind recording his own original music. S-Mak stresses the importance of finding a niche, networking with various artists and producers and taking advantage of technology which has allowed his voice to be heard through various social media platforms.
Wale links up with Sway Calloway and Heather B for an interview and in-studio performance of “Love Hate Thing” on “Sway In the Morning”. The MMG rapper also brings Fat Trel and Black Cocaine who also get the opportunity to hop on the microphone and fill fans in on what they’ve been up to. Check out the Wale’s live morning performance go down on Shade 45 in the video below.
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