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Talib Kweli opens up about his relationship with Mos Def, who he started up the group Black Star with, and reveals how the group evolved from spoken word. Talib also shares his thoughts on the art of spoken word and how it differs from rap. Previously: Talib Kweli, Buckshot, Steele, Skyzoo, Joey Bada$$ & Kirk Knight – Boiler Room Freestyle [Video]
Read moreIn celebration of a new era in Hip Hop Gianni Lee and Mike Blud are back again with The Samples from Kanye West’s “Yeezus” Album. In respect to the presentation of the the actual album no tracklist will be included. The mixtape streams starts of with a Gianni Lee produced intro that uses some of his favorite samples from the project. Tracklist 01 Intro (Prod By Gianni Lee) 02 Holy Name of Mary Choral Family: “He’ll Give Us What We Really Need (“On Sight”) 03 Marilyn Manson: “The Beautiful People” (“Black Skinhead”) 04 Capleton: “Forward Inna Dem Clothes” (“I Am A God”) 05 Omega, Omega: “Gyöngyhajú lány” (“New Slaves”) 06 Rahul Dev Burman, Asha Bhosle, Manna Dey: “Are Zindagi Hai Khel” (“I Am A God”) 07 Kenny Lattimore: “Lately” (“I’m In It”) 08 Nina Simone: “Strange Fruit” (“Blood On The Leaves”) 09 TNGHT: “R U Ready” (“Blood On The Leaves”) 10 Snoop Dogg: “Down 4 My N’s: “(“Blood On The Leaves”) 11 Lords Of The Underground: “Chief Rocka” (“Guilt Trip”) 12 Pusha T ft Popcann Travis Scott: “Blocka” (“Guilt Trip”) 13 Beenie Man: “Memories” (“Send It Up”) 14 Wee: “Aeroplane (Reprise)” (“Bound 2″) 16 Ponderosa Twins Plus One: “Bound” (“Bound 2″) 17 Brenda Lee: “Sweet Nothin” (“Bound 2″)
Read moreTeam Demo on the beat. Scratches by DJ Premier.
Read moreDrake’s 3rd studio album “Nothing Was The Same” is set to drop September 17th. Mark your calendars! Hit the jump and check out 4 brand new tracks he just released via OVO.
Read moreFrom parties to packed out shows, Ludacris knows how to make the most of any given night. The celebrations never slow down because the work never stops. Take a sneak peak into a HELLUVA NIGHT, Luda style! Previously: Ludacris Talks About “Fast & Furious 6″ [Video]
Read moreOff of Daz Dillinger & WC’s “West Coast Gangsta Sh*t” album, which is out now.
Read moreNew Sean Falyon. Produced by ChaseTheMoney. Enjoy.
Read moreRaheem DeVaughn talks to ThisisRnB.com about his single “Love Connection,” forthcoming album ‘A Place Called Loveland,’ how a man can be ‘Wrong Forever,’ relationship advice and why he is the ‘Love King.’ After the jump, he speaks on his upcoming album with Snoop Dogg and performs “Love Connection”.
Read moreFollowing the Miami Heat’s Game Seven win over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals, Drake tried to make his way into the locker room, but was shut down by security. NOTE: The swear that was bleeped out was not from Drake, but someone walking by. Drake responded to the security guard by saying, “I am media.” Previously: Drake Says “Nothing Was The Same” Is Close To Being Finished [Video]
Read moreThose who are familiar with Toronto band BadBadNotGood will know that each of their projects are at a particularly high calibre of overall production. Their work continues once again with the release of a new track titled “Hedron,” which is presumably taken from their upcoming body of work. Boosted by cosigns from the likes of Tyler, The Creator and A$AP Rocky, the group have been able to make perfect use of touring across the world to an incredible standard, which will be proceeding across Europe very soon. via OS
Read moreAfter killing his opening set for Juicy J’s Stay Trippy tour in Sacramento, A$AP Ferg and I sat down for a chat and hilarity ensues when Ferg along with his hypeman, Marty Balla, turn this convo into an unconventional sitdown. Between Ferg’s sense of humor and antics, we talked about one of his pet peeves of Catholic school, the exclusivity of his paintings, why Trap Lord is an album instead of a mixtape and more. — Pyrex Peas on 2DBZ.com Previously: ASAP Ferg Talks NY Rappers, What It Means To Be Young Lord, Painting After Father Died & More [Video]
Read moreHYPETRAK TV recently caught up with Wale as the young gifted spitter broke down some of the inner-workings behind his third studio album ‘The Gifted.’ During our conversation we discovered there was many trials and tribulations during the whole process, and even got a chance to discuss topics on a lighter note such as sports, sneakers and just everyday life in general. Press play above to see what DC’s own had to say. Wale’s new album “The Gifted” drops June 25. Previously: Wale – 88 [Audio]
Read moreIamsu! decided to add his own verse to Yo Gotti’s latest single, “Act Right”. Produced by P-Lo.
Read moreJohn Legend performs “Tonight (Best You Ever Had)” & “Made To Love” live at GMA Concert Series. Previously: John Legend – Made To Love [Audio]
Read moreSeeing as how they got a big Fight coming up in the BARCLAYS which jus happens to be Located in the birthplace of the hottest rapper coming out the streets yours Truly, Troy Ave (Brooklyn N.Y) …. The Good Folk at CiROC commissioned me to create a record suiting the event. with that said i present to you BRONER MALIGNAGGI CiROC Flow. – Troy Previously: Troy Ave & BSB – DJ Self Freestyle [Video]
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