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.
Wayne and company deliver a short visual teaser for “God Bless Amerika” off Weezy’s upcoming I Am Not A Human Being II. Shot in New Orleans, Wayne recently found himself on the receiving end of some public outrage when behind-the-scenes footage surfaced a few weeks back and showed the YMCMB rapper accidentally stepping on the American flag during taping. Directed by Elf Rivera, the clip finds Weezy in his hometown of Hollygrove standing in front of the American flag rapping a few bars before the clip is abruptly stopped.
Big Pooh gives his latest single “Gold Chain” the visual treatment. The former Little Brother MC shows off plenty of images associated with hip hop and materialism and pokes fun at their insignificance. Equipped with 40-ounces, weed, jewelry and cheap sparkling wine Pooh kicks his raps over a smooth sample based instrumental and delivers a comical ending to pull the video’s message all together.
As the release date for Crooked I’s debut solo LP approaches, the C.O.B. boss keeps the momentum going by delivering an official trailer for Apex Predator. Narrated by Crooked, the Long Beach native gives insight behind his work ethic and brings viewers along into his Treacherous Records office. Along the way, the Slaughterhouse MC reintroduces his team of C.O.B. artists before heading back into the studio to handle business. Apex Predator is due out July 30 and be sure show your support by picking up a copy. West Up!
Fuse links up with Busta Rhymes on the set of his new music video for “#Twerk It (Remix)” featuring Nicki Minaj off his upcoming LP. According to director Mr. X, the video’s concept will embody a party vibe but at the same time apparently bring something different to the table that has never been seen before. Produced by Pharrell, Busta also gives the rundown behind the visual for “#Twerk It” from his perspective and says that it means everything to him and that he’s never had a problem just being who he is.
Meek Mill takes viewers behind the scenes during a studio session for Dreamchasers 3 and visually reminds us all of just how broke we really are in comparison to him and his expensive spending habits. More importantly, the MMG rapper takes the time to preview two new tracks off his upcoming project, breaks down how luxurious his jewelry is and still finds the opportunity to get a dice game in before leaving the studio early in the morning. Check out the footage below to basically see Meek gettin’ his floss on and playing some new cuts off his project.
2 Chainz and company introduce a new mini series today for fans titled “24 Hours To Live”. Narrated by 2 Chainz, cameras take viewers along for an intimate behind the scenes look at the rapper during his recent travels to Africa and Los Angeles. Chainz also gives his commentary as he reflects on his success, meeting Jay-Z and Beyonce, the Illuminati, and much more. Fans can also look forward to the rapper’s upcoming sophomore album, B.O.A.T.S: Me Time, set to drop on September 10.
Mikey Rocks and Chuck Inglish link up with producer and artist Aaron Lacrate for “Footwork” off his upcoming Milkcrate Vaults mixtape. The previously unreleased collaborative track will serve as Lacrate’s lead single off his new project. “Footwork” sounds reminiscent of past releases between the “Black Mags” duo with a commercial dance twist. Take a listen for yourself below via the audio stream.
The Los Angeles Leakers liberate the new single “Ugh” from Bay Area rapper Berner featuring Ty Dolla $ign and Problem. Produced by DJ Mustard, the infectious and bouncy track which will be featured on Berner’s forthcoming album Drugstore Cowboy dropping soon. Take a listen to the latest effort from the Taylor Gang artist below via the audio stream.
Revolt TV catches up with Hit-Boy for an exclusive interview and talks his contributions to Jay-Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail album. The former G.O.O.D. Music signee talks “Somewhere in America” and shares his thoughts on Hov’s now infamous Miley Cyrus twerk line. Hit also recalls speaking to Jay about a year before the album’s release and reassuring Jigga that he was ready and more than willing to collaborate with him whenever he decided to begin recording. Hit-Boy also gives the details on how Jay-Z acquired the “Somewhere in America” instrumental which originally was going to be used by Travis $cott. Before heading out, Hit-Boy also explains why he believes he brought the soulful and youthful sound to the album and gives his reasoning behind leaving G.O.O.D. Music.
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