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Uncle Snoop and Uncle Rush talk about the early days of this hip hop culture and Snoop tries a vegan sandwich on this week’s GGN.
Read moreUncle Snoop and Uncle Rush talk about the early days of this hip hop culture and Snoop tries a vegan sandwich on this week’s GGN.
Read moreInterviewing Loaded Lux is always unique, for his speech patterns and words of wisdom that he shares each time always promotes thought on broader concepts that go beyond Battle Rap. VladTV Battle Rap journalist Michael Hughes caught up with Loaded Lux at the UW Battle League “Face Off” event and conducted an in-depth interview with him about his upcoming headline battle vs Hollow Da Don. This is by far the most anticipated battle in Battle Rap history, and both Lux and Hollow have a great amount of pressure resting on their shoulders to perform up to the expectations of their many fans around the world. Lux believes that the pressure will only help motivate them both and influence them to perform at their absolute best and produce a true classic to remembered amongst the other classic matches in Battle Rap history. He also spoke on his role as a pioneer for other battlers to follow suit when it comes to the financial possibilities for the future of the sport. Lux believes that he has yet to reach his peak when it comes to his creative potential, and that he plans on raising the bar and surpassing the crowd’s expectations when he and Hollow finally square off in the lyrical ring on January 26th, 2014 at ENVY Night Club in Elizabeth, NJ. Following this battle he plans on continuing his attempts to break barriers and continue to set an example and encourage other battlers to reach for the sky when it
Read moreIn promotion for One Dae’s ‘Daes & Times‘ LP, which is now available, the Brooklyn emcee gets the animated treatment for the album titled single featuring C-Rayz Walz. Created by Jareed Dempsey, the animated visuals take you on a journey as Dae and the Sun Cycle Emcee take the form of Bird and Magic, have a close encounter with B-Boy Aliens, and get chased by Agent Smith. ‘Daes & Times’ is available on CD through Fat Beats, and download via iTunes. Stay tuned for the follow-up video for the Marco Polo produced “Bang This,” directed by Steven Tapia.
Read moreJ. Lately performing live in Santa Cruz with Mos Def & The Catalyst.
Read moreThisis50 takes you behind the scenes of Troy Ave’s music video shoot with Tony Yayo for “Show Me Love”. Stay tuned for the official music video!
Read more“Inner Monologue” lives on Talib’s brand new LP “Gravitas”. Get your copy here.
Read moreEver wonder what it would be like to be a rapper during the holiday season? Rapper Kid Ink breaks down his best and worst presents for the christmas season and wishes all you HotNewHipHop x Kid Ink fans, a very Merry Christmas! Kid Ink says “on my new album, you’ll hear growth”. Check out his interview with Punablog after the jump.
Read moreTy Dolla $ign fans tells us what they think “Irie” means, and the Taylor Gang artist tells them if the definition could fit with the true meaning. What did you think “Irie” meant?
Read moreThe release of his latest album “Underground Luxury” wasn’t the only gift Hustle Gang’s B.O.B gave Atlanta this holiday season. Bobby Ray also hit the stage last night at the Tabernacle during the 4th annual Street Execs Christmas Concert and performed a few of his singles including “Ready”, “Headband” and “We Still In This Bitch”. Purchase B.O.B’s new album “Underground Luxury” here. Check out performances from Trinidad James, 2 Chainz & August Alsina after the jump.
Read moreA recap following Dashius Clay through 2013.
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