Papoose Talks DJ Kay Slay Giving Him A Shot [Video]

Papoose, who just released his debut album “The Nacirema Dream“, opened up about how he got his start after sending in several demo tapes to DJ Kay Slay. The “Alphabetical Slaughter” rapper also talks about his passion for his craft and how a stint in jail increased his productivity. Previously: Papoose Speaks On Obama, Fat Joe, Charlamagne; Wants Kids With Remy Ma [Video]

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Cassie Talks About Her 7 Year Absence For The First Time [Video]

On the heels of her new mixtape, Rock A Bye Baby, Cassie talks about her 7-year break between albums and explains why record label presence plays an important role in the growth of an artist. She also speaks on the impressive list of features on her mixtape, her collaboration with clothing brand Diamond Supply, and more. Catch the full interview this Sunday, May 5th, at 10p PST on 102.7 KIIS-FM in Los Angeles or on iHeartRadio. Previously: Cassie – Numb (Austin Millz Remix) [Audio x Download]

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Lil Wayne, Birdman, Future, Mack Maine & Nicki Minaj – Tapout [Video]

Just as promised, here is the official visual for the Rich Gang single ‘Tapout’ featuring Lil Wayne, Birdman, Future, Mack Maine and Nicki Minaj. Directed by Hannah Lux Davis. The video contains cameos from Bow Wow, DJ Khaled, Paris Hilton, Christina Milian and more. Look out for the compilation album dropping later this year. via XZone

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Lauryn Hill – Neurotic Society (Compulsory Mix) [Audio]

Brand new Lauryn Hill! Enjoy. Here is a link to a piece that I was ‘required’ to release immediately, by virtue of the impending legal deadline. I love being able to reach people directly, but in an ideal scenario, I would not have to rush the release of new music… but the message is still there. In light of Wednesday’s tragic loss (of former label mate Chris Kelly), I am even more pressed to YELL this to a multitude that may not understand the cost of allowing today’s unhealthy paradigms to remain unchecked! – Lauryn Hill

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ScHoolboy Debuts New Song Off “Oxymoron” In Santa Ana [Video]

ScHoolboy Q took the stage last night at The Observatory in Santa Ana and put on a dope show for a packed house full of TDE fans. During his set, Q took the time to share with the audience that he wanted to premiere a new song which he referred to only as “Gangsta” that will be featured on his upcoming album Oxymoron. Whether or not that is the actual name of the track was not clarified but one thing was for sure, it was definitely knockin’. Take a look at the video above to see the first live performance of the song from the TDE artist. More footage coming soon so be sure to keep checking back. Previously: ScHoolboy Q & Jack Thriller Offer Advice To An Upcoming Rapper [Video]

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Danny Brown Reveals “Old” Album Features & Producers

#Old coming soon … Featuring Freddie Gibbs, ScHoolboy Q, Mr MFN Exquire, Scrufizzer, A$AP Rocky, Ab-Soul, Charli XCX and Purity Ring — Danny Brown (@XDannyXBrownX) May 4, 2013 Production by Paul White, OhNo, Rustie, Skywlkr, Atrak, Darq E Freaker and Frank Dukes — Danny Brown (@XDannyXBrownX) May 4, 2013 Previously: Danny Brown – I Will (Remix) [Audio x Download]

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