OG Maco feat. Johnny Cinco – Homies [Video]
From OG Maco’s “15” EP.
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eMC On “The Tonite Show” [Video]
Hip hop group eMC was interviewed recently by Torae about their latest album, “The Tonite Show”. Masta Ace describes the concept of the album being based on the Gary Shandling show. eMC is the musical act on The Tonite Show with Jimmy Falcon while the songs and skits highlight what takes place behind the scenes. Stricklin mentions the #DateWithJimmy campaign to get eMC to actually perform live on the Tonite Show with Jimmy Fallon. Wordsworth explains how the three members build on ideas together and implement their creative song concepts. Album features include B-Real, Xzibit, Sadat X, Russell Peters, Tonedeff, Pearl Gates, Tony Rock, Rosie Perez, Signif, and more. Production is included by Diamond D, Pav Bundy, Kic Beats, DJ Scienz, Koolade, and more. Purchase “The Tonite Show” here.
Read moreT.I. feat. Trae Tha Truth – On Doe, On Phil [Video]
Track #13 off Tips 2014 album “Paperwork” gets the visual treatment.
Read moreRas Kass – So OG [Video]
“So OG” is available on iTunes now.
Read moreBig Kap On Deejaying For Biggie, The Tunnel, Breaking Records & More [Video]
Thisis50 & Young Jack Thriller recently spoke with Big Kap for an exclusive interview! Big Kap speaks on Deejaying for Biggie, The Tunnel, Breaking Records & much more!
Read moreCalm Before The Storm: The Game [Video]
Go backstage with west coast rap superstar The Game to see what his head space is like before he performs in this episode of Calm Before The Storm. “I never even wanted to be a rapper, it’s something I just tried out.” He walks us through his pre-show ritual… “What calms me before a show is taking a good shit,” he says. “I feel like I’m shitting the fear out.”
Read moreChevy Woods – Now That I’m Up [Video]
Directed by Wiley. Produced by Sledgren & RMB Justize.
Read moreeMC – The Monologue [Video]
“The Tonite Show” is available in stores and online now.
Read moreRaekwon On Grabbing “Criminology”, Wu-Tang’s Early Recording Process & Much More [Video]
It just so happened that Raekwon walked into RZA’s house one day, heard the “Criminology” beat first and claimed it as his own. That’s how Wu-Tang recorded back then, first come, first served. So much of hip-hop history could have been different if The Chef hadn’t called dibs on that beat before anyone else. After the jump, Rae talks about how much he was inspired by emcees like Kool G Rap, Big Daddy Kane and more, plus why RZA and GZA really were the driving forces behind the creation of the Wu-Tang Clan.
Read moreBeats By Dre x DJ Drama: The Answers [Video]
Favorite new artist? Dream collab? DJ Drama has the answers.
Read moreDyme-A-Duzin feat. Stro & Wati Heru – Good Lawd [Video]
Directed by Tanner Jarman.
Read moreBoldy James feat. Red Handed & Kevo Hendricks – Toast To The Kings [Video]
Boldy James hits us with second video off his latest mixtape “Trapper’s Alley 2: Risk vs Reward (The Brictionary)”. “‘Toast To The Kings’ was a dedication to all the real certified street cats worldwide who do whatever it takes to feed their families without having to compromise the safety or well being of their loved ones. This is also a celebration for all the stand up individuals who never rolled over on the rest of the Family no matter how much adversity they were faced with. One love to everybody that’s facing trying times who hold their heads high and never let people see them sweat. Those are the guys I salute, tip my hat and raise my glass to. Cheers to all underworld royalty, d boys, & ConCreatures.”
Read moreEmilio Rojas – Imagine That [Stream]
Here goes the latest single from Emilio Rojas’ upcoming project “L.I.F.E.”. Take a listen below.
Read moreRich Homie Quan feat. Offset – Trap House [Stream x Download]
Rich Homie and Offset of Migos join forces on “Trap House”. Check it out below.
Read moreQuest For Cuba: Questlove Brings The Funk To Havana [Video]
In addition to two nights of DJing, Questlove made good use of his time in Havana, engaging in extensive cultural research both by digging up some classic Cuban-made vinyl and by visiting the legendary EGREM studios, where most–if not all–of those classic sessions were recorded.
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