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The RZA praises Kanye West for his contribution to “The Man With The Iron Fists” soundtrack and explains what he learned from West. Previously: RZA On Directing “The Man With The Iron Fists”, Loving Kung-Fu [Video]
Read moreStalley was raised around music from artists like Boogie Down Productions, which no doubt inspired him to craft his brand of Intelligent Trunk Music. We sat down with him to discuss the impact hip-hop has as social commentary. He spoke on his duty to say something positive and substantive in his lyrics, the need for rappers with even greater influence to do more, the power hip-hop has as the voice of the people, hip-hop’s role in Obama’s election and more. Previously: Stalley – BET Music Matters Tour Vlog #7 [Video]
Read morePreviously: Ne-Yo x Beats TV [Video]
Read moreOff B.o.B.’s upcoming “Fuck ‘Em We Ball” mixtape dropping later this month.
Read moreFrom their debut album “A Sucker For Pumps” available on iTunes and Bandcamp.
Read more2nd Single/Video off the Dro Pesci & Infamous Haze mixtape “THE SITDOWN”. Beat produced by Infamous Haze & Cookin Soul.
Read moreLos Angeles-based rapper/producer Alexander Spit will debut his first commercial full length, A Breathtaking Trip To That Other Side with Decon in the beginning of 2013. As the name suggests, the album is an exercise in psychedelia from a consummate Californian, characterized by tales of women, weed, and whips seemingly scrawled on blotter paper.
Read more“Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe” from Kendrick Lamar’s magnificent debut album “good kid, m.A.A.d city” was supposed to feature Lady Gaga but her version failed to make the final cut due to creative differences with the management. But today, Gaga has been generous enough to release the original / demo version of the song featuring her vocals on the chorus. The audio is accompanied by some footage shot in Rio and backstage at a show in Colombia. Listen below! I definitely prefer the album version! via HHNM
Read moreMasta Killa presents the first taste of his new album “Selling My Soul”, in stores December 11th 2012, and now available for pre-order at mastakillamusic.com. “R U Listening” is produced by fellow Wu-Tang member Inspectah Deck. Previously: Masta Killa feat. Kurupt & B-Real – Cali Sun [Video]
Read moreChase N. Cashe speaks about his album “CHARM” which will be released on Nov. 12, 2012. Guest appearance(s) in this VLOG by DJ / Producer A-Trak of Fool’s Gold Records & Super Producer Cardiak. Previously: Chase N. Cashe – Charm (Episode 1) [Video]
Read moreEvery Wednesday BET is bringing emcees through and passing them the mic to do work in The Backroom. This week we bring you King Mez.
Read moreLana’s new album “Born To Die (The Paradise Edition)” is out now on iTunes.
Read moreProduced by JLBS. This joint will live on Fashawn’s upcoming project “Champagne And Styrofoam Cups” dropping November 20th. Previously: Fashawn feat. Chevy Woods – Back In The Game [Audio x Download]
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