My Method: T.I. [Video]

MY METHOD is a series that takes us on an intimate journey from inside our favorite artist’s mind to various physical locations as they describe to us The Method Behind their Madness… the inspiration and true stories that created the lyrics to their songs. Watch as T.I. digs deep to reveal the story behind every lyric in his single, “Wildside.” From his first trap in Bankhead, get an insider’s view of the method to his madness. Part 2 after the jump.

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DJ Jazzy Jeff On KUBE 93’s Sound Session [Video]

While in Seattle to judge the Red Bull Thre3style Regional Finals, the magnificent DJ Jazzy Jeff sat down with DJ Hyphen and J. Moore from KUBE 93.3 FM’s Sunday Night Sound Session on 2/25/13. The trio discussed all things related to DJ’ing, from Jeff’s background to how he became one of the most in-demand DJ’s in the world, including his philosophy on a DJ’s responsibility, the rise of DJ’s in popular music (while it seems to wither within hip-hop), and whether or not “real DJ’s” should take requests. He also told stories about the early days of his work with Will Smith, transitioning from rocking parties in Philly with the Fresh Prince to selling millions of albums and touring worldwide. Previously: DJ Jazzy Jeff: Vinyl Destination (Episode 6) [Video]

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N.O.R.E. Agrees With Lord Jamar On Skirts In Hip Hop [Video]

Hip-hop legend N.O.R,E, aka P.A.P.I. shares his thoughts on rappers wearing skirts and dresses, revealing that he agrees with Lord Jamar on the subject, and doesn’t agree with it. On the same note Nore says that it doesn’t personally offend him, but he thinks rappers are doing it specifically for attention. Previously: N.O.R.E. aka P.A.P.I. – Student Of The Game [Album Cover]

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Crate Diggers: J Dilla’s Vinyl Collection [Video]

Crate Diggers profiles people with extraordinary vinyl record collections, with owners displaying and telling the stories behind their collections. In this episode, we celebrate legendary producer J Dilla, who has worked with The Roots, Common, Erykah Badu, Janet Jackson and A Tribe Called Quest. Then we join musician friends J. Rocc, DJ Spinna, Frank Nitt and Grap Luva in Detroit to open Dilla’s storage locker, which has remained untouched since his death. Previously: Crate Diggers: Adrian Younge’s Vinyl Collection [Video]

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