Thursday, March 22, 2012
Nardwuar Vs. Danny Brown [VIDEO]
Nardwuar has proven to be the king of SXSW interviews as he whips out facts that the rappers he questions can't believe he knows. In his 3rd epic interview, Nardwuar grills Detroit emcee Danny Brown about his musical inspirations.
Props to HHNM
Previously: The XXL 2012 Freshman Cyphers (Hopsin, Roscoe Dash, Machine Gun Kelly, Future & Danny Brown) [VIDEO]
L.E.P. Bogus Boys Take Over SXSW [VIDEO]
The L.E.P. Bogus Boys were every where during SXSW as they performed at ten different showcases in just 3 days. Follow the Chicago duo and their crew along as they leave a trail of stickers wherever they go, catch up with their peers and deebo the soundman!
Previously: L.E.P. Bogus Boys - Faces [Music Video]
Tez McClain ft. Erk Tha Jerk - Right Now
| "Ni@@as dying from thirst/tricking heels here/purse there/half-a$$ing this rap sh#t/okay line here/cool verse there" |
The south side of Atlanta and Richmond, CA connect as Tez McClain and Erk Tha Jerk go in over an LT mOE (Trey Songz, Ludacris) beat for a potential smash. "Right Now" finds Erk and Tez in full club mode, but as fans have come to expect from emcees of their caliber, they drop a few lyrical gems along the way. The chemistry was so on point during the recording process that they are thinking about doing a full collaborative mixtape in the near future.Tez McClain's Wishful Thinking, Vol. II is available for FREE now!
Tez McClain ft. Erk Tha Jerk - Right Now
Download: Tez McClain ft. Erk Tha Jerk - Right Now
Previously:
9th Wonder On Reuniting With Phonte [VIDEO]
My boss, Andreas Hale, and Shake of 2DopeBoyz were on an interview rampage during SXSW, and they managed to catch up with 9th Wonder along the way. As a North Carolinian and a huge Little Brother fan, I'm glad that at least 2/3 members have reunited and are preparing to make some major moves. Watch below as 9th explains their upcoming ventures.
Read the full interview at The Well Versed!
Previously: A Peek Into 9th Wonder's Class At Duke University [VIDEO]
Nas - VEVO SXSW Show [Full Concert]
I already posted some footage of Nas's VEVO showcase at SXSW earlier this week, but YouTube just uploaded high quality videos of the concert today. Check out Nas's performance of "Made You Look" below, and click on the playlist icon on the YouTube toolbar (next to "Watch Later" and "Quality") to keep watching.
Props to XZ
Previously: Nas Explains Decision To Work With Nicki Minaj [VIDEO]
E-40 - They Point ft. Juicy J & 2 Chainz [Music Video]
After giving us a behind the scenes look at his new single, E-40 finally premiered the video to "They Point" featuring 2 Chainz and Juicy J. This Bangladesh produced track will appear on 40's triple album The Block Brochure: Welcome To The Soul 1, 2, & 3, which hit stores on March 26. Preorder HERE.
Props to GWHH
Previously: E-40 - They Point ft. Juicy J & 2 Chainz [Behind The Scenes]
Shawnna - HYFR (Remix)
Shawnna, remember her? The former DTP rapper is now signed to Bangladesh's label and is slowly working her way back into the limelight. Check out her remix of Drake's "HYFR" below, and hit up the comments with your thoughts on her return!
Shawnna - HYFR (Remix)
Download: Shawnna - HYFR (Remix)
Props to XZ
Jon Connor - Soldier
Jon Connor's Best In The World series continues as he introduces us to his next album The People's Rapper where he rhymes over some of Eminem's most memorable tracks. Check out "Soldier" below, and make sure you check out The Blue Album if you haven't already!
Jon Connor - Soldier
Download: Jon Connor - Soldier
Read more at The Well Versed!
Previously: Jon Connor - Broken Mirrors [Music Video]
Bridget Kelly Explains Frank Ocean "Thinking About You" Origins [VIDEO]
Bridget Kelly is one of my favorite new artists, and her Every Girl EP still gets consistent play on my iTunes thanks to tracks like "Thinking About You" and "In The Morning." In a recent interview with Mina SayWhat, BK explains the situation behind the Frank Ocean penned track and how Frank's demo kind of overshadowed hers.
Props to 2DB
Previously: Bridget Kelly's Liftoff With Life + Times [VIDEO]
Sleepy Brown - We Run The Night
Sleepy Brown is back right in time for the spring with his new single "We Run The Night." New album in the works? Let's hope so!
Buy "We Run The Night" on iTunes now!
Read more at The Well Versed!
Meek Mill - Lean Wit It [Music Video]
Meek Mill's "Lean Wit It" is officially the first single from MMG's Self Made, Vol. 2. Complex just premiered the visuals which show Meek Mill riding motorcycles, something he's done since he was eight years old:
"We didn't have too much money growing up, so I started off riding whatever pedal bike I was able to get my hands on. I got tired of those quickly and started to get into riding the bikes with motors that some of the kids in my neighborhood were putting together with the spare parts they found. Haven't looked back since." - Meek Mill
Self Made, Vol II is coming soon!
Props to Complex
Previously: Meek Mill Performs On BET's Rip The Runway [VIDEO]
Melanie Fiona Promotes "The MF Life" On 106 & Park [VIDEO]
Melanie Fiona appeared on BET's 106 & Park Tuesday to promote her new album The MF Life. Watch below as the Grammy award winning singer talks rumors, her relationship with BET, and explains the road to her sophomore effort.
The MF Life is in stores now!
Props to Yardie
Previously: Melanie Fiona - Gone (La Dada Di) ft. Snoop Dogg
Drake Announces More Club Paradise Tour Dates With J. Cole, Meek Mill, 2 Chainz & Waka Flocka
Although Kendrick Lamar and A$AP Rocky won't be joining him anymore, Drake's touring rampage continues as he announces another month long leg of the tour. Joining him this go around are J. Cole, Meek Mill, 2 Chainz and Waka Flocka. I'd definitely love to see this. Hit the jump to see if the Club Paradise Tour is coming through your city!
May 7 – Concord, CA – Sleep Train Pavilion at Concord **Tickets go on sale tomorrow (3/23). Purchase HERE.
May 8 – Irvine, CA – Verizon Wireless Amphitheater
May 10 – Phoenix, AZ – Ashley Furniture HomeStore Pavilion
May 11 – Las Vegas, NV – MGM Grand Garden Arena
May 13 – Denver, CO – Comfort Dental Amphitheatre
May 14 – Albuquerque, NM – Hard Rock Casino Albuquerque Presents The Pavilion
May 16 – Dallas, TX – Gexa Energy Pavilion
May 17 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
May 19 – Charlotte, NC – Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre Charlotte
May 20 – Atlanta, GA – Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood
May 22 – Raleigh, NC – Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
May 23 – Virginia Beach, VA – Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
May 25 – Washington, DC – Verizon Center
May 26 – Pittsburgh, PA – First Niagara Pavilionv May 28 – Cleveland, OH – Blossom Music Center
May 30 – Detroit, MI – DTE Energy Music Theatre
June 1 – Indianapolis, IN – Klipsch Music Center
June 2 – Chicago, IL – First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
June 5 – Memphis, TN – FedExForum
June 6 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center
June 8 – Darien Lake, NY – Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
June 9 – Philadelphia, PA – Susquehanna Bank Center
June 11 – Hartford, CT – Comcast Theatre
June 12 – Holmdel, NJ – PNC Bank Arts Center
June 14 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Saratoga Performing Arts Center
June 16 – New York, NY – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
June 17 – Boston, MA – Comcast Center
** Minus J. Cole on the first date.
Props to Nah Right
Previously: Drake - A Little Favour (GQ Freestyle) [VIDEO]
Trey Songz - Sex Ain't Better Than Love [Music Video]
Trey Songz has had his fair share of groupie love, but at the end of the day he knows that "Sex Ain't Better Than Love." Check out the video to his Inevitable EP single below as he realizes that long term happiness is what it's all about.
Is that Kim Kardashian or a look a like? Either way, I find it hilarious!
Props to Yardie
Previously: Waka Flocka Flame - I Don't Really Care ft. Trey Songz
The XXL 2012 Freshman Cyphers Pt. 2 (Kid Ink, Macklemore, Don Trip & Iggy Azalea) [VIDEO]
Earlier this week, Hopsin, Roscoe Dash, Machine Gun Kelly, Future and Danny Brown got the chance (keyword: chance) to show their skills and now Kid Ink, Macklemore, Don Trip & Iggy Azalea are up to prove why they deserved their selection as part of XXL's 2012 Freshman Class. Watch below and hit up the comments with who you thought killed it!
Where's French Montana?? Shrug.
Props to TTM
Previously: The XXL 2012 Freshman Cyphers (Hopsin, Roscoe Dash, Machine Gun Kelly, Future & Danny Brown) [VIDEO]
Wale, B.o.B, Meek Mill, Lil Kim, Robin Thicke, Estelle, Diggy & More Perform At BET's Rip The Runway
This year's BET Rip The Runway was hosted by The Game's Pooch Hall and model Selita Ebanks. Designers including James Field, Sergio Wonder, Monif C, Qristyl Frazier, D&D and more had their clothes showcased in New York's Hammerstein Ballroom as artists Wale, Lil Kim, Robin Thicke, B.o.B, Estelle, Meek Mill and AraabMuzik hit the stage to perform. Watch each of the performances below, and hit the comments to let me know what you thought about last night's show!
Wale - Lotus Flower Bomb & Slight Work
Previously: Wale ft. Lloyd - Sabotage (Co-Starring Sabi) [Music Video]
B.o.B - So Good
Previously: B.o.B - So Good [Music Video]
Game ft. Kendrick Lamar - The City [Music Video]
Game's going to have a busy day today. Along with the premiere of his new video to "The City," his VH1 Behind The Music episode airs tonight at 9 PM ET. Watch below as he and Kendrick Lamar spaz in the Matt Alonzo directed visuals to The Red Album intro.
Previously:
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Novel - Red Wine & Ambien [Free Album]
Novel is such an eclectic artist that I can't really put him in a box or assign a specific genre to his music. Thankfully he shows off his multi-faceted abilities on his new double album Red Wine & Ambien, which features production from veterans like Statik Selektah, Dallas Austin and the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League. The features from Teedra Moses, Erick Sermon, KaliRaps, and more definitely help make this one of the best projects I've heard so far this year.
Red WineDownload: Novel - Red Wine & Ambien [Free Album]
01. Orlando Smoove
02. Nightcall To My Ex
03. Shotgun (Prod. by Novel & T. Reyes)
04. Sexy Muthafucka (feat. Erick Sermon) (Prod. by J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League)
05. Walk On By (feat. Charlie Clips) (Prod. by nVme)
06. Walking Away (feat. KaliRaps) (Prod. by Statik Selektah)
07. Red Wine & Ambien (feat. Mugsy Malone) (Prod. by EXIT)
08. Forever Yours (feat. Teedra Moses) (Prod. by REO)
09. Fuck With My Mind (Prod. by Dallas Austin)
Ambien
10. Intermission
11. On The Weekend
12. M.Y.H. (New Ambien)
13. Video Games
14. Heat The Night (feat. Muzi)
15. I Can’t Wait (feat. Ced Hughes) (Prod. by Ced Hughes)
16. Mind Sex (Prod. by Dallas Austin)
17. Vanilla Sky (Remix) (feat. Cry$tal Nicole)
18. Easy To Love You (feat. Stacie Orrico)
19. Black Girl Lost 2.0
Props to XZ
Dorrough - That Lowend (Remix) ft. Ace Hood, Nipsey Hussle & Yo Gotti [Prod. by Jahlil Beats]
Dallas rapper Dorrough never disappoints with club music and I think he's got another one on the remix to "That Lowend," which features production from Jahlil Beats and sixteens from Ace Hood, Nipsey Hussle and Yo Gotti. Dorrough's DJ Ill Will hosted mixtape Highlights drops in exactly one week!
Dorrough - That Lowend (Remix) ft. Ace Hood, Nipsey Hussle & Yo Gotti [Prod. by Jahlil Beats] (Tags)
Props to DLTDJ
The Foodchain - Thirsty [Music Video]
I first got hip to Denver based collective The Foodchain last week when they performed at the Shady 2.0 SXSW showcase. I don't know what took me so long to wake up, but I'm glad I did so that I could share their new video to "Thirsty" with you. Check out the trippy visuals below, and hit the jump to stream/download their latest album Brunch for free!
Dir. by Brandice Robinson
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