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AUDIO: Papoose – Control | Kendrick Lamar Diss Response

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New York artist Papoose drops a Kendrick Lamar “Control” response and is clearly willing and ready to soak of every bit of spotlight he can take from Hip Hop’s current hot topic.  After taking Kendrick Lamar’s “King of New York” line to heart, the Brooklyn MC takes the initiative to go to bat for his city and apparently defend its honor.  Interestingly enough, Kendrick Lamar and TDE recently showed Pap some love while out in New York for Summer Jam.  In fact, Lamar shortened his own set to allow Papoose the opportunity to steal the last few minutes and perform his new single.  However, that doesn’t seem to be playing any sort of factor as Pap has set his sights on the West Coast artist in the hopes of declaring lyrical warfare.

VIDEO: Black Hippy x Life+Times – On The Road Documentary | Trailer

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Take a look at this new trailer featuring Black Hippy entitled On The Road courtesy of JAY Z’s Life+Times channel.  There’s a new TDE mini-documentary in the works that will be releasing soon but in the meantime check out the first part which focuses on the group’s journey to Budweiser Made In America Festival.

VIDEO: Nas Says He Wasn’t Offended By Kendrick Lamar’s “King Of New York” Line + More

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Miss Info catches up with New York’s Nas at an industry event hosted by Hennesy and gets the Queens native’s thoughts on the mixing of art and music and Hip Hop’s current fascination with upscale pieces.  Nas kicks some knowledge and lets fans know the two worlds have always been synonymous with one another and that the people in the streets personify and embody the lifestyle.  Moving forward, Miss Info gets the opportunity to get Nas’ take on Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” verse.  The Queensbridge MC plays it cool and almost brushes off the question by simply replying, “wow.”  Nas makes it clear he’s happy about where Hip Hop is right now and also clarifies he was not offended by Kendrick’s “King Of New York” line.

VIDEO: Big Sean Says His Verse On “Control” Was “Harder,” Hip Hop Needs Competition + More

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G.O.O.D. Music artist Big Sean caught up with Mikey Fresh and gave details on how “Control” came together with Kendrick Lamar and Jay Electronica.  After running into issues over clearing the song’s sample, Sean shares why he decided to liberate the controversial track and speaks on its significance in Hip hop.  Big Sean tells Vibe TV “Control” sparked an interest in lyricism in the game and clarifies that though he could have, he decided not to go back and adjust his verse after K. Dot submitted his feature.  The Detroit native also shares that he believes Hip Hop should be competitive and says that after hearing Kendrick’s verse he was never worried about any of the mentioned rappers in his verse becoming offended.  Before calling it a wrap, Sean also admits that he feels his verse on “Control” was “harder” than Kendrick’s.

VIDEO: 9th Wonder & Young Guru Praise Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” Verse

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Producer 9th Wonder and Young Guru debate over their views for Kendrick Lamar’s big verse on Big Sean’s “Control.”  Young Guru takes the opportunity to compare the TDE artist’s “chess move” to the moment skateboard Tony Hawk through down the 900 at the X-Games.  9th and Guru also touch on the verse’s significance in Hip Hop and point of Kendrick’s craftiness to slip his name in among Hip Hop’s elite like JAY Z, Nas, Eminem, and Andre 3000.  Check out the lighthearted and at times comical conversation between the two below.

VIDEO: Wale Says He’s The Best Rapper In The World

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TMZ camera’s caught up with Wale outside of LAX to get his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar including his name in his latest lyrical bashing with his verse in Big Sean’s “Control.”  The MMG rapper emphasizes that he would have felt offended if the TDE rapper had decided not to include him.  Before parting ways with paparazzi, Wale goes on to confidently proclaim himself the best rapper in the world.  One can only assume he probably wasn’t very impressed with Kendrick Lamar’s verse as much as the rest of the Hip Hop world.

VIDEO: Vado Not Impressed w/ Kendrick Lamar’s “King Of New York” Line + More

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Freak Genius TV and Major Moves DVD catch up with rapper Vado to get his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” verse.  The New York native tells the camera that though he believes Kendrick’s rhymes were on point, he feels the TDE rapper’s supposed controversial lyrics are really being made out to be bigger than what they really are.  Vado also let’s everyone know what he’s been up to musically and reassures fans he’s got plenty of music and videos coming soon.  The recently We The Best Music Group signee talks going into business with DJ Khaled and speaks on his creative freedom.  Also, look out for Vado’s DVD which is set to drop following the release of his Slime 4 mixtape which recently hit the net.

VIDEO: Talib Kweli Says Kendrick Lamar’s “King Of New York” Line Is A Kurupt Quote + More

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Talib Kweli sits down with DJ Vlad for a one-on-one interview and discuses what he thinks about Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” verse.  Kweli reminds everyone of Hip Hop’s competitive nature and speaks on the West Coast’s aggressive and lyrically driven roots courtesy of Death Row Records and artist like Kurupt.  The Brooklyn emcee also tells the camera he believes Kendrick Lamar’s I’m the “King of New York” line was really a quote from rapper Kurupt and craftily used to get his message across without crossing any lines.  With a reasonable justification under his belt as an excuse, the Compton native would only have to explain that the former Death Row signee is simply an early inspiration and it was a quote used to pay homage.

Interestingly enough, Talib also makes it clear he believes that it’s too early for anyone to believe Kendrick Lamar is the greatest of all time.  Before wrapping things up, Kweli addresses his tweet following the release of “Control” regarding New York artists emulating down south music.

VIDEO: Crooked I Talks Kendrick Lamar’s “Control” Verse, Lyricism, 2Pac + More on C.O.B. Radio

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C.O.B. Radio host Crooked I tackles Kendrick Lamar’s controversial “Control” verse.  After not making the cut onto Big Sean’s upcoming Hall Of Fame LP, the G.O.O.D. Music artist decided to leak the track which features Lamar and Jay Electronica.  After aiming his cross hairs at his peers and proclaiming himself the “King of New York,” the world of Hip Hop has been turned upside down and the Slaughterhouse MC decides to weigh in on the situation.

Crooked I points out that not one rapper who was named directly by Lamar has even responded and explains how the TDE rapper’s verse has ignited an appreciation for lyricism in Hip Hop once again.  As the first rapper to respond to Kendrick, Crooked talks fellow Slaughterhouse member Joell Ortiz’s lyrical comeback and dispels any rumors that the West Coast doesn’t boast some of the fine lyricists in the rap game.  The Long Beach native also says Tupac was the last true “King of the West” and announces he would like to see Slaughterhouse and TDE combine forces for a powerhouse collaboration.

AUDIO: The Mad Rapper – “Control” Freestyle| Kendrick Lamar Response

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The Mad Rapper drops off a decent Kendrick Lamar response with a “Control” freestyle of his own.  The new freestyle showcases D-Dot’s ability to be direct and to the point but at the same time keeping it lighthearted and funny.  It was to be expected that everyone was going to throw some shit out there just to see if it sticks but why not right? Looks like The Mad Rapper still has it.