The Making of M.I.A.'s "Bad Girls" Music Video [Behind The Scenes]

There's no doubt in my mind that M.I.A.'s "Bad Girls" will reign supreme as this year's best video. To see exactly how much work was put into the Saudi Arabian, Romain Gavras directed shoot, check out Noisey's behind the scenes special.



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Previously: Madonna, Nicki Minaj, M.I.A., Cee-Lo & LMFAO Shut Down The Super Bowl [VIDEO]

Lil Wayne Performs Drake's "Crew Love" [VIDEO]

Drake had quite the time impersonating Lil Wayne for Tim Westwood and Sunday night, Weezy brought out the Drizzy in himself when he performed Take Care standout "Crew Love" at Miami's LIV Nightclub Miami.



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Previously: DJ Khaled ft. Chris Brown, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj & Lil Wayne - Take It To The Head

Fat Joe ft. Chris Brown, Fabolous, Mary J. Blige & Kirko Bangz - Another Round (Remix)

MMG might have provided a nice remix to Fat Joe's "Another Round," but Joey Crack couldn't be outdone as he recruited Fabolous, Mary J. Blige, and Kirko Bangz to join him and Chris Brown on the track.

Fat Joe ft. Chris Brown, Fabolous, Mary J. Blige & Kirko Bangz - Another Round (Remix) [CDQ, No Tags]

Download: Fat Joe ft. Chris Brown, Fabolous, Mary J. Blige & Kirko Bangz - Another Round (Remix)

What do you think of Fat Joe's "Another Round" remix? Hit up the comments and let me know!

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Previously:

• Fat Joe Performs At SXSW [VIDEO]
• Fabolous - She Did That [Music Video]
• Mary J. Blige Performs "Why" Live On American Idol [VIDEO]
• Kirko Bangz ft. J. Cole & 2 Chainz - Drank In My Cup (Remix)

T.I. - Love This Life

After getting Grand Hustle back on the path to world domination, T.I. has finally set the wheels in motion to promote his long awaited album Trouble Man, which he intends to release this summer. Check out the album's first single "Love This Life" below, and make sure to support if you like it and cop it on iTunes.

T.I. - Love This Life (Dirty) [Prod. by 1500 Or Nothin]

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Solid single from T.I.? Hit up the comments and let me know what YOU think?

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Previously: T.I. ft. Young Dro & Travis Porter - Hot Wheels [Music Video]

Killer Mike - Don't Die

Killer Mike continues to amaze me with each track he reveals from his forthcoming album R.A.P. Music. "Don't Die" is the latest vivid leak from the album, produced entirely by El-P, and it's clear where his influence lies on this track. Loving the Public Enemy and NWA vibes. Don't sleep when May 15th rolls around!



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Previously: Killer Mike - Untitled ft. Scar [Prod. by El-P]

ANTHM ft. Black Rob - Stolen Whips

ANTHM, the self dubbed "No Cosign," won the respect of veteran emcee Black Rob after covering the New York heavyweight's classic with The Lox, "Can I Live." After recognizing the talent of the Duke grad, the two got in the studio to create the spanish guitar laced track "Stolen Whips." Check out the track below, and hit the jump to see some footage of their studio session!

Tez McClain - Sitting Back [Music Video]

Tez McClain visualizes one of my favorites from his Wishful Thinking, Vol. II mixtape as he airs out all of his hopes and frustrations about his career. If you havent downloaded the Don Cannon hosted tape yet, what are you waiting for?



Previously: Tez McClain ft. Erk Tha Jerk - Right Now

Jhené Aiko Announces That Def Jam Debut May Drop This Summer [VIDEO]

Photo by PorterHouse

Friday night, Jhené Aiko performed at the 2012 GearFest Fashion Show in Los Angeles, which was hosted by Teyana Taylor and Taj Stansberry. Watch below as she talks to my TWV fam Brittany "Bella" Graham and reveals that her release goal for her Def Jam debut album is sometime during the summer. She also explains the reason behind her intense spirituality and her hopes for her musical legacy.



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Previously: Jhené Aiko - 3:16am [Video Teaser]

Drake Tim Westwood Freestyle + Lil Wayne Impersonation [VIDEO]

Drake gave Tim Westwood all types of exclusives last week when he was in London, and he even kicked a brand new freestyle for the radio personality. Watch his freestyle below, and hit the jump to see his dead on Lil Wayne impersonation!

L.E.P. Bogus Boys - Claim My S*it [Music Video]

At this point, it seems like L.E.P. Bogus Boys are going to drop a video for each track from Now Or Neva. No complaints here. Check out the Gregory Buissereth directed visuals to "Claim My S**t" below!



Previously: L.E.P. Bogus Boys Perform "Benjamin Franklin" At The Shady 2.0 SXSW Showcase [VIDEO]

Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire - Toca Tuesday's Freestyle [VIDEO]

Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire stopped by Tony Touch's Shade 45 radio show to give an exclusive freestyle for Toca Tuesdays. The Brooklyn emcee has bars and he was ready to rap until the mic cut off.



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Previously: Troy Ave - Home Team ft. Action Bronson, Mr. Muthafuckin eXquire, Maffew Ragazino, & Avon Blocksdale

Los - Wit My Hoodie On (Trayvon Martin Tribute)

Los could have easily been in Trayvon Martin's place right now, and he expresses that sentiment on the tribute track "Wit My Hoodie On." I still find it impossible that George Zimmerman is still a free man after killing Trayvon for nothing but seeing his skin and his clothing.

Los - Wit My Hoodie On (Trayvon Martin Tribute)

Download: Los - Wit My Hoodie On (Trayvon Martin Tribute)

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Previously: Los - Love It ft. Mia Rey & Fred The Godson

Kendrick Lamar ft. Dr. Dre - The Recipe [Prod. by Scoop DeVille]

From the second I found out Kendrick Lamar's new single was coming out today, I couldn't stop thinking about it. I've said it before and I'll say it again that he's my favorite rapper out, period. With backing from Dr. Dre and TDE's recent deal with Aftermath, I hope more of the world will hear how prolific he is so early in his career.

Feast your ears on the first single from his major label debut album (which may be titled Good Kid In A Mad City), "The Recipe," which features a verse from Dre and production from veteran West Coast producer Scoop DeVille. The single, which was originally titled "Women, Weed & Weather," will be on iTunes later on today!

Kendrick Lamar ft. Dr. Dre - The Recipe [Prod. by Scoop DeVille]

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Kendrick Lamar ft. Dr. Dre - The Recipe Lyrics

Hit the jump to listen to their interview on Power 106!

Rita Ora - R.I.P. [Video Teaser]

Rita Ora's video for her latest single "R.I.P." will be revealed soon, but for now all we have is this 30 second video teaser. Check out the preview for the Emil Nava directed visuals below, and hit the jump to go behind the scenes with Rita and Tinie Tempah!

Childish Gambino - Eat Your Vegetables

Your monday might be rough, but with a new Childish Gambino track floating around, today's not so bad. In usual fashion, "D Money" kills the punchlines and some of the references allude that the track was recorded yesterday. He definitely should have laid off with the Trayvon line though. Terrible call.
I'll get you the download when I can. Just ripped the audio so you can download!

Childish Gambino - Eat Your Vegetables
Download: Childish Gambino - Eat Your Vegetables

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Previously: Childish Gambino - Heartbeat [Music Video]

Joe Budden Gets Arrested At NYC Show [VIDEO]

In episode 3 of the Slaughterhouse Tour vlog, the group releases footage of Joe Budden's March 29th arrest at NYC's Best Buy Theater. The Jersey bred rapper was arrested for an unpaid parking ticket from 2007 and was released later on the next day. Watch a preview of Slaughterhouse Tour: Ep. 3 below, and hit the jump as Joey and the rest of the group comment on the arrest.

1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) - Make It Out Alive ft. Freddie Gibbs & Crooked I

Statik Selektah and Termanology come through with another track from their upcoming May 22nd release 2012 as frequent collaborator Freddie Gibbs & Slaughterhouse emcee  Crooked I join them on "Make It Out Alive."

1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) - Make It Out Alive ft. Freddie Gibbs & Crooked I

Download: 1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) - Make It Out Alive ft. Freddie Gibbs & Crooked I

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Previously:

• 1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) - 2012 [Album Art & Track List]
• Freddie Gibbs Decodes "Thuggin"  [VIDEO]
• Slaughterhouse - Ten W/ Def Pen [VIDEO]

Streetz-n-Young Deuces - Next Day Air [New Mixtape]

Milwaukee duo Streetz -n- Young Deuces are here to prove that the Midwest's still got it on their new mixtape Next Day Air. The Ruby Hornet & AveCity Est 1973 presented project features Mickey Factz, Gerald Walker, and more! Stream Streetz-n-Young Deuces's Next Day Air below, and download after the jump!

Drake Interview With Tim Westwood Pts. 2 & 3 [VIDEO]

Tim Westwood reveals the rest of his interview with Drake as talks beautiful women, the use of the N word, and in Part 2. Hit the jump for part three of their sit down where he discusses his GQ freestyle and upcoming Aaliyah news.

Trae Tha Truth ft. J. Cole - Role Call

Trae Tha Truth recruits J. Cole on "Role Call," the standout to his ABN Renegadez album Welcome 2 The Streets. Listen to the personal track below, and pick up Welcome 2 The Streets on iTunes now!

Trae Tha Truth ft. J. Cole - Role Call

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Previously:

• Trae Tha Truth - Street Life Episode 1 [VIDEO]
• J. Cole - Drank In My Cup (Freestyle)