D.I.T.C. – Diggin’ In The Crates (DJ Premier Remix) [Stream x Download]

After being premiered by DJ Premier on his radio show this weekend here is the full track, “Diggin’ In The Crates (DJ Premier Remix)”, available for to stream, including a FREE DOWNLOAD link direct off the new D.I.T.C. website! The original version of this track is where it all officially began for the D.I.T.C. crew, back in 1991, a full 6 years before “Day One” was released on the crews own label. “Diggin’ In The Crates” featured on the Showbiz & A.G. debut and self pressed joint, the Soul Clap EP…the rest as they say is Bronx Hip-Hop History. For the D.I.T.C. Remix Project, Showbiz called in long time friend and crew member, DJ Premier, who’s absolutely smashed it with this new version.

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Red Eye feat. Mr. Cheeks – Hemperor’s Theme [Stream]

As summer begins to edge its way into position after an incredibly ruthless winter, Florida’s Red Eye helps us prepare for the forthcoming heatwave with his latest track “Hemperor’s Theme.” Teaming up with Switzerland’s DJ Tray on production, with hook duties courtesy of Lost Boyz’ fame Mr. Cheeks, the bouncy track has the Gunshine State emcee reminds us of the importance to escape the rat race and take a breather every once in a while. “Hemperor’s Theme” will make an appearance Red Eye’s upcoming mixtape, Fatrick Ewing. Smoke something, drink something, and relax as you raise a glass to the nice weather and late night escapades that await!

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RZA Says Paul Walker Inspired Him To Be A Better Father [Video]

Less than a week away marks the 5 month anniversary of the death of talented actor Paul Walker who was killed in a fiery car crash along with good friend Roger Rodas on November 30th. Seven months before the crash, Walker filmed action film Brick Mansions alongside Wu-Tang Clan rapper RZA and District 13 actor David Belle. VIBE Correspondent Milan Carter sat down with RZA to talk about the late Paul Walker. RZA opened up in this heartfelt interview about how he thought Walker was very inspirational and that he even learned how to a better father. Check out the interview above. After the jump, RZA opens up about why he thinks young girls shouldn’t be twerking, explaining that many people waste their youth doing dumb stuff that they will later regret. He adds that there is a lack of discretion with young people in America because we’re so free to do whatever we want. Speaking on Miley Cyrus, RZA said that now that she’s older and in her 20s, she should be able to do what she wants, but young girls shouldn’t apply the same rules to themselves. Check the video down bottom.

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Papoose: “Everyone Thought Drake’s Album Was Sweet” [Video]

Brooklyn MC Papoose chopped it up with VladTV about superstar Drake, saying his last album was “sweet,” and he believes that several people agree with him, but are too afraid to say it publicly. “A lot of people felt like that, that was the energy at the time about his album. I just spoke about it, everybody was saying it behind the scenes…but they scared to say it publicly. I’m not one of them dudes. That’s not to say that he don’t make some good records from time to time, but that particular album, I felt like it was sweet.”

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