2 Chainz Explains Evolution Of “Birthday Song” Featuring Kanye West [Audio]

The Atlanta rapper reveals how his new single “Birthday Song” featuring Kanye West came about after 12 hours in the studio, and explains how he had a hand in the beats and arrangement of the music. 2 Chainz also revealed what other art forms he’s interesting in crossing over to, including fashion and acting. Previously: 2 Chainz Talks Recording On The Road [Video]

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DJ Clue – Desert Storm Radio: The Takeover [Mixtape]

Download: DJ Clue – Desert Storm Radio: The Takeover Tracklist 01. 2 Chainz – Twilight Zone (1:52) 02. T.I. – I Don’t Like (Remix) (1:53) 03. Fabolous Feat. French Montana & Wale – Dance Move (2:47) 04. 2 Chainz – Flossin (3:22) 05. MGK Feat. Young Jeezy – Hold On (3:02) 06. Pusha-T Feat. Lil Jon – Everything (3:36) 07. Yo Gotti Feat. Young Jeezy & T.I. – Got That Sack (Remix) (3:36) 08. Lloyd Banks – CPR (2:55) 09. Rick Ross – Pirates (3:22) 10. 50 Cent Feat. Dr. Dre & Alicia Keys – New Day (4:08) 11. Fabolous Feat. The Dream – Dope Bitch (Remix) (3:12) 12. Pryme – They On It (2:35) 13. Mariah Carey Feat. Rick Ross & Meek Mill – Triumphant (Get Em) (3:39) 14. A$AP Rocky – Pussy Money Weed (3:42) 15. J. Cole – The Cure (4:22) 16. Lloyd Banks Feat. Fabolous – Bring It Back (4:34) 17. 1st String – Or Wat (3:58) 18. 2 Chainz Feat. Kanye West – Birthday Song (4:53) 19. Lloyd Banks – The Sprint (2:59) 20. Rick Ross Feat. Jay-Z & Dr. Dre – 3 Kings (4:09)

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DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles Interview w/ OutDaBox TV (Part 2) [Video]

As promised, Out Da Box TV brings you Part 2 of our in-depth interview with DJ Premier & Bumpy Knuckles. This episode kicks off with a segment on the late and talented Gang Starr Emcee “Guru” where Bumpy Knuckles speaks on the effect that Guru had on lyricists like himself and others. We also shift in to the issue of Hip Hop not seeming to have respect for its past, as opposed to other genres of music who often pay homage to their elders / pioneers. As the interview continues, Premier takes the time to speak on his ability to maintain respect from both the underground and mainstream fans of his music, whether he does a pop record with Christina Aguilera or a Raw Rap record with an Underground Emcee. He even speaks on the possibility of producing a record for “Miley Ray Cyrus” and confident that the music would come out dope if they were to actually work together. In conclusion, Premier explains why it’s important for him to continue to support the underground artists of today despite his level of success in the mainstream and in music as a whole. The two veteran artists finish up with a list of their upcoming projects and future music to look out for. Word is that they’ll be dropping an actual Part 2 to their recently released collabo album “Kolexxxion” which is now available in stores along with an instrumental and acapella version, which can be each purchased separately. My Partner,

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Film School w/ R.A. The Rugged Man (Part 4) [Video]

Pay attention, kids: Rapper and movie enthusiast R.A. the Rugged Man is back with another session of Film School. In today’s class, R.A. confesses his deep desire to put a baby in a few key film industry players. “The fact that she’s close to 70 – or past 70 — that’s cool too. If she was closer to my age, I probably couldn’t get her,” the Rugged Man admits. So who is the septuagenarian that stole Rugged Man’s heart? Watch the video and prepare to get schooled. Previously: Film School w/ R.A. The Rugged Man (Part 3) [Video]

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