Follow Juicy J along in the second episode of his Everyday Life web series. Juicy gives a sneak peek at up and coming artist Marcus Cruz while recording new material in the hotel and brings the cameras along to the BET’s 106 and Park studio to premiere his new video for “Bounce It” off his forthcoming Stay Trippy album.
Marcus Cruz, Juicy J Premiere of his new single Bounce it on BEt’s 106 and park
West Coast Hip hop veteran B-Real visits Snoop Dogg on the latest episode of GGN. Bearing potent herbal gifts for the boss dog, B-Real discusses a number of topics like the early days of Cypress Hill after the soundtrack release for the film Juice, his favorite strains of weed, smoking out Bruce Willis and Oliver Stone and much more. Snoop also talks about hooking Larry King up with weed and closes out another episode out with having B-Real participate with his Finish This Sentence segment.
Niko G4 links up with fellow OPM artists Dom Kennedy and Jay 305 for the infectious and upbeat track “Shoppin'” off G4’s Roll The Dice mixtape. The colorful visual finds all three artists making their rounds throughout different locations in Los Angeles while stayin’ fly and of course gettin’ some shopping in.
Neighborhood Nipsey Hussle is back again with another new track this week titled “Summertime In That Cutlass”. Linking up with the L.A. Leakers, DJ Sourmilk and Justin Credible drop the exclusive to hold the fans down while they eagerly anticipate TM3: Victory Lap. Produced by The Futuristiks, Nip goes to work with his laid-back flow over some smooth production that centers around a vocal sample. Listen as Nip paints pictures of Southern California in the summertime as he dips out in his cutlass.
Childish Gambino drops off an impressive new track with “Centipede”. Over heavy piano keys and what sounds like some tambourine work, Gambino drops some introspective rhymes but not before the MC’s intro invites listeners in with some a cappella scatting and snaps. Take a listen to the latest offering from the actor turned rapper and take advantage of that download option by CLICKING HERE.
Interviewer Elliott Wilson sits down with New York’s JAY Z at Yankee Stadium for a candid one-on-one sit down as the two discuss a number of topics. In part one, Wilson credits Hov with popularizing the New York Yankee fitted hat and asks JAY Z to share his thoughts on performing in Yankee Stadium alongside Justin Timberlake for his Legends of Summer Tour. At one point in the interview Jay also reassures fans that he has no ego and loves collaborating with other talent in order to create special moments in music. Hov also shares an early conversation he had with Rick Rubin on “Holy Grail” and deciding to remove The-Dream off the track and replacing his vocals with Justin Timberlake’s. JAY Z also speaks on his love for art and his belief that the creative outlet runs parallel with music. Wilson also discusses with Jigga his longtime desire to change music industry standards since taking his previous position as Def Jam president.
Go behind the scenes with Skee TV as they bring you an exclusive look at Crooked I’s upcoming music video for “Yodo” off his highly anticipated Apex Predator project releasing later this month. Directed by Ryan Postas, the Long Beach native and Slaughterhouse member performs for the cameras while Postas gives insight on the anti-gun concept behind the music video. Watch as C.O.B. artists from Horseshoe G.A.N.G. and singer K Young make a cameo while on set.
A$AP Mob member A$AP Ferg sits down with Fuse and discusses his inspiration behind his latest visual for his new single “Shabba”. Ferg opens up about his appreciation for ’90s music and acknowledges Jamaican Dancehall artist, Shabba Ranks, as one of his earlier influences. In fact, Ferg’s new music video for “Shabba” is meant to portary Ranks’ gaudy and lavish lifestyle. Directed by A$AP Rocky, conceptually the video shows Ferg and company sneaking into Ranks’ home and helping themselves to his amenities, clothes and women. Before calling it a wrap, Ferg speaks on being inspired by artists like Bone Thug-N-Harmony and speaks highly of the energy they bring to the studio.
VH1’s Love & Hip Hop reality TV star consequence drops off a new ConsTV remix of Kanye West’s “Black Skinheads”. The former G.O.O.D. Music signee delivers a verse of his own over West’s new single which is featured on his recently released Yeezus album. An interesting fact to point out, just before the minute mark Cons drops a line claiming that him and Kanye have patched up their relationship and are “back rockin'”. Guess we’ll have to wait and see what that’s all about.
Bay Area artist and Taylor Gang member Berner drops a new music video for “Come On” off his upcoming Drugstore Cowboy project. Produced by Cozmon, the track finds Berner counting his blessings and enjoying the fruits of his labor. Stacks of cash, expensive rides, weed and beautiful women set the scenery as Berner encourages his listeners to follow along and get some money with him.
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