MIXTAPE: Daz Dillinger – Bacc 2 Tha Old School Vol. 1

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Daz Dillinger unleashes a new funky mixtape titled, Bacc 2 Tha Old School Vol. 1.  The 12-song project features Dillinger having some fun behind the microphone and goin’ in over some of his favorite old school tunes.  CLICK HERE to download Bacc 2 Tha Old School Vol. 1 and take a look at the tracklist provided for more details.

1. WESTCOAST POPLOCK FEAT.RONNIE HUDSON & THE STREET PEOPLE
2. A NIGHT 2 REMEBER FEAT. SHALAMAR
3. BRICK FEAT.DAZZ BAND
4. DONT STOP THE MUSIC FEAT.YARBROUGH & PEOPLES
5. GOT 2 B REAL FEAT. CHERYL LYNN
6. LOW RIDER FEAT.WAR
7. MORE BOUNCE 2 THE OUNCE FEAT.ZAPP & ROGER TROUTMAN
8. MR.GROOVE FEAT.ONE WAY
9. TAKE YOUR TIME FEAT.THE S.O.S BAND
10. BACKSTROKIN FEAT.THE FATBACK BAND
11. CUTTIE PIE FEAT. ONE WAY
12. LET’S GET CRACKIN FEAT.SHOCK

VIDEO: Fat Joe – PAIN

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Fat Joe reflects on some less than happier times in his life with his new single, “PAIN,” which is featured on the incarcerated rapper’s Darkside 3 mixtape.  Obviously shot before Joe had to turn himself in on tax evasion charges, the black and white visual keeps things simple with the New York emcee performing to the camera on some stairs.  Aerial shots of the city can also been seen flying across the screen along the top and bottom.  Take a look at Joe’s latest visual for his soulful street banger.

http://youtu.be/dMNNYQjWOqU

VIDEO: Rich Homie Quan Talks Raising His Prices, Being An Indie Artist, ‘That’s Rite 2’ w/ DJ Drama + More

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Rich Homie Quan recently stopped by Shade 45 to keep Sway Calloway and Heather B up-to-date with all the moves he’s been making the game as of late.  Quan opens up about his forthcoming collaborative mixtape with DJ Drama, That’s Rite 2: Feed The Streets, and clarifies that he’s an independent artist despite reports that he signed with Def Jam.  However, Rich Homie Quan made it clear that at some point in his career he does hope to sign on the dotted line in order to reach a wider audience.  The rapper also bragged about his continued success which has helped in justifying the rise in his prices for features and live performances.  Take a look as Quan reveals that he plans to no longer release free mixtapes, speaks on his working relationship with 2 Chainz and weighs in on Trinidad James’ controversial Atlanta-New York comments.

VIDEO: Snoop Dogg Talks ‘Doggystyle’ 20 Years Later + Doggystyle: The Samples

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November 23 marks the 20th anniversary for Snoop Dogg’s classic debut album, Doggystyle.  To mark the special occasion, the Doggfather decided to revisit his monumental project and showcase all the samples that were used to put it together in one special mix.  In fact, Snoop does the honors of mixing the Doggystyle: The Samples himself under his alternative alias, DJ Snoopadelic.  Check out the sneak peek also provided which finds the legendary West Coast emcee in the studio with Daz Dillinger by his side as they reflect on the importance of Doggystyle on Hip Hop and share some commentary.

 

VIDEO: Black Dave – Rap N’ Skate

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New York’s Black Dave delivers a new music video for his catchy tune, “Rap N’ Skate,” which is featured on the young rapper’s Stay Black mixtape.  This is definitely one to check out as Dave showcases a vintage VHS style music video and performs to the camera out on the streets as he skateboards with his crew.  There’s also a couple of scenes of the rising emcee busting fat kick flips and throwing a few tricks down some rails at the local skate park.

http://youtu.be/3MnqsPYqsk8

NEWS: Busta Rhymes Announces ‘The Abstract & The Dragon’ Mixtape w/ Q-Tip

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Busta Rhymes took to Twitter deliver the news that he will be linking up with Q-Tip for a new collaborative mixtape titled, The Abstract & The Dragon.  The project is intended to be a precursor to Rhymes’ new Extinction Level Event 2 LP which is set to hit shelves next year.  Fans of the new Cash Money signee can expect The Abstract & The Dragon to drop on December 12.

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VIDEO: Kidd Kidd Breaks Down ‘Street Fame’ Mixtape

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G-Unit’s Kidd Kidd sits down for an exclusive interview and listening session on FUSE with Esteban for the latest episode of “The Mixdown.”  Kidd Kidd explained that his project goes beyond just music and embodies a certain street lifestyle.  The New Orleans bred rapper also opened up and shared his thoughts on the common misconception from outsiders that life gets easier after landing a record deal.  Kidd Kidd spoke on getting a surprise verse from 50 Cent for his mixtape and got into details on why he’s prepared for his death.

MIXTAPE: Chris Brown – X Files

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Chris Brown is fresh out of rehab and back out on the streets as the troubled R&B artist gears up to release his forthcoming and potential last album, X.  However,  Breezy decides to lace his fans before hand with a new 5-song mixtape entitled, X Files, which includes features from the likes of Ludacris and Busta Rhymes.  The project also includes a bonus track from Brown titled, “Main Chick,” which showcases the singer-dancer linking up with Kid Ink.

AUDIO: Migos – Emmitt Smith

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Atlanta’s Migos gives fans a taste of what they can expect to hear on their new mixtape, Young Rich Niggas 2, with “Emmitt Smith.”  The club smash finds the artists stuntin’ on the competition as they channel former NFL running back Emmitt Smith’s dominance on the field and celebrate their success.  Take a listen to group’s latest offering as they serve up a new banger that comes equipped with some serious bass.  YRN 2 coming soon.

VIDEO: Casey Veggies – She In My Car Ft. Dom Kennedy

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Civil TV did the honors just a few days ago of taking viewers behind the scenes of Casey Veggies’ new music video for “She In My Car” featuring Dom Kennedy.  Today, the finalized version drops and features some dope footage of the rappers performing the camera as they live it up in luxury and celebrate their success at a fancy house on the hills.  ”She In My Car” is featured on Veggies’ Life Changes mixtape.  Keep an eye out for a cameo from MMG’s Rockie Fresh who also showed up on set to support and get a game of pool in.