In an exclusive sit-down with Sermon’s Domain at Alive & Well’s clothing store in Capital Hill, Raekwon talked about what it was like to perform at Coachella this year and a few topics about the Wu album. In regards to the album, he reveals that he didn’t find out about the title until it was out to the public, explains the type of sound he hopes to achieve through it, the possibility of hearing some unreleased ODB and if we’ll see a Wu-Tang Clan tour this year. We also briefly spoke on his solo album that’s still “baking in the oven.”
Exclusive in-depth interview with Scarface backstage at Paid Dues. Facemob talks to Nick Huff Barili about his writing process and how the first words are the most important because they set the tone of the verse. Surprisingly, he admits that doesn’t like listening to his own rhymes. Scarface talks about how the birth of his son in 1998 was a moment of clarity that helped him get a new perspective on life. As the interview continues Scarface addresses rumors that Rick Rubin originally didn’t want him to be part of the Geto Boys. Facemob says that the only way he would record another Geto Boys album is if Rick Rubin produced the whole album, if not there will not be another Geto Boys album. Scarface confirms that Mind Playin Tricks On Me was his song and was supposed to be for his solo album but that it went to the group and that Willie D added his verse later on. The title was inspired from something his Grandmother said and the lyrics dealt with a lot of the paranoia caused by Scarface’s heavy drug use. Scarface looks back at that time and is glad that he “got out of that shit because I don’t ever want to go back in there. I was in a part of my brain that was spooky…I was in a real fucked up state of mind. To the point that I just wanted to die.”
The most hilarious couple in Hip-Hop (if you even want to say they are) visited The Breakfast Club to promote the new season of Love & Hip-Hop Atlanta, and boy, was it dramatic. Entertainment at it’s finest.
For those who haven’t heard, one of the tracks on Indicud — ‘Afterwards (Bring Yo Friends)’ — features none other than the legendary Michael Bolton. Above, Cudder speaks on said collaboration.
Plastician sits down with Jammer at Rinse HQ to talk about his journey from producer to MC. The guys discuss the infamous recordshop ‘Rhythm Factory’ in Bow and the creation of Lord of the Mics.
Jammer being well known for his outspoken personality and Twitter showdowns breaks down exactly what his problem is with the new generation of artists within the UK music scene.
We got up w some of our bud’s & chopped it up w them about their 1st time smokin & what their favorite munchies are. Peep wiz, bronson, dza, mgk, chance, shipes & shiest break it down for ya.
Nicki Minaj called into Z1079 and spoke with @ColbyColb about overcoming obstacles and persuing her dreams. She details her journey to fame, success and also talks about her future plans in acting.
Kerry, yet again, took to the blogs to deny being gay and insisted that Russell “Hollywood” Simpson was lying. Even worse, it seems like some threats were being made too. Needless to say, that didn’t sit well with Hollywood, so he contacted us for yet another exclusive! Check out the statement from Kerry’s camp:
“MediaTakeOut.com just got wind that Russell ‘Hollywood’ Simpson likely EMBELLISHED on the nature of his relationship with NFL baller Kerry Rhodes. Heck – he may have FLAT OUT LIED in the numerous interviews that he gave OTHER PLACES yesterday.”
We spoke with a person “IN THE KNOW” that SWEARS that Russell and Kerry were NEVER in fact in a relationship. They also went on to say that Kerry is “taking steps” to make sure that Russell will never say the ISH he said again.”
Styles P stopped by The Breakfast Club to promote his latest project with Scram Jones (Float, if you haven’t heard), juicing and health in general, the L-O-X and more.
So, Travi$ Scott is G.O.O.D. Music…..and he’s now a part of Hustle Gang. By the numbers, this kid can’t lose….by the way, Kris Stephens? Whew:
Self proclaimed King of The South T.I. stops by the [Skee Lodge with Hustle Gang members Travi$ Scott and Kris Stephens] for an interview with the world famous DJ Skee…
T.I. talks how he discovered some of the members of Hustle Gang, Travi$ Scott, Iggy Azalea, Chip & Trae Tha Truth.
Travi$ Scott talks about his new single “Upper Echelon” which features T.I. and 2 Chainz, how the record came about, how TIP’s verse came about, how he produced the track with Kanye West in Paris.
John Legend makes his first appearance on The Breakfast Club to speak on opening for Sade, still being signed to G.O.O.D. Music, his upcoming album (titled Love & The Future) and more.
N.O.R.E pays a visit to the Round Up studio to talk about making legendary hits with Pharrell, how hip-hop saved his life, and his latest album, “Student of the Game”.
Simply put, Rocko says that he did not remove Rick Ross from his single (maybe Rick Ross decided upon it, maybe it was a label decision, who knows) and that he has no regrets on Rozay being a feature.
We caught up with UK music legend Omar for an episode of our Black and White series. He discussed a few topical matters within his career and how the music industry looks from his eyes.
He also talks about working with other greats like Stevie Wonder, and career highlights like receiving a MBE.
A$AP Ferg lets us (by way of MTV) know how he picked the features for his remix to ‘Work’:
“I chose the artist I chose because they’re all my friends. I got this thing, like, if you’re not on my phonebook then I’m not really talking to you or messin’ with you on a record[…]”
Daley talks to ThisisRnB.com about his upcoming debut album ‘Days & Nights.’ He explains the reason for the title, and talks about the fusion of sound he created, which he calls Future Soul. He shares his thoughts on being very open and vulnerable on record. And he talks about working with Pharrell, The Roots and more!
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Daley talks to ThisisRnB TV about his debut mixtape ‘Those Who Wait,’ from the creation and release of the project to the attention and success it achieved. He speaks about the incredible success of his duet single “Alone Together” with Marsha Ambrosius, if there is a British Invasion happening in the States and what it was like touring with Miguel in the UK.
D Power looks at the current state of Twitter Beefs in the Grime scene and the overall effect it has on Artists and Fans as well as his views on Grime MC’s who don’t go on the radio or do Raves but are happy to consider themselves TopBoys in the scene due to Youtube views and Twitter followers.
We’ve been posting so much on Kerry Rhodes and his assistant/alleged boyfriend Russell “Hollywood” Simpson a lot this week so when the opportunity [came] to talk to Hollywood myself, I had to take it. What an interview it was! To clear some things up Russell is Kerry’s EX boyfriend. He and Kerry dated while Kerry played for the Arizona Cardinals. Russell says that he did not leak the initial photos of them together but Kerry was definitely aware that they were being taken. Russell says is not a jilted lover, just upset that Kerry tried to “play” him. He feels that when this news broke, Kerry should have kept quiet instead of lying and saying he was straight. He also confirms Kerry was in the clips from his reality show.
Russell On How He Met Kerry
“I met Kerry about a year and a half ago when I went to Arizona for an assistant job. Me and my friend Alton went to Kerry’s game. Kerry was injured at the time so he came up to our suite. He was interested in knowing who I was. He was looking for a new assistant and was interested in me and Alton. He wanted us to assist him.”
“I got to know Kerry and we became very close. I moved in with Kerry at his home in Arizona. At first we were just friends and we were getting to know eachother. Then we got into a relationship. We were in a relationship for a whole year. I was there, people knew who I was, they saw me as his top assistant. I handled everything for him. No one went to Kerry for anything.”
On Who Initiated The Relationship
“Of course he came on to me. I’m too fabulous to come on to anybody. That’s not what I do. I have a lot of men that come on to me. I don’t come on to men because I don’t know what time it is for you. I would never come on to a man. Honestly, a lot of gay guys are like me. A lot of gay guys don’t come on to guys. It’s always the other way around. It’s always the manly ones. Of course I wouldn’t come on to anybody. Yes, I thought he was attractive but I thought he liked girls.”
“It did not take place instantly. I’m a classy b*tch. You have to show me what time it is and he did. I was with it. It took us almost two months to sleep together. He made the first move — as in kissing. Kerry says I was his first man he’s been with. Doesn’t matter, it still makes you gay.”
On The Photos Leaking & Talking To TMZ
“They said ‘Well maybe he he loved him like a little brother. Listen, if he loved me like a little brother, he f**ked me like a wife!” and that’s just me being real with you. People knew something was up but they didn’t know. It was just not normal for a guy to be like we were. You can see in the picture. A picture says a lot of things. You could see in the pictures that it was something there. The first set of pictures, I don’t know how they got out because I did not put them out. If you go on my Facebook page you will see the same pictures but I always crop him out because it was nobody’s business. Now what pissed me off about the whole situation is when he and I stopped talking and the pics got out. He said that he was NOT gay. To me he shouldn’t have said sh**. If you’re not going to tell the truth, don’t try to make me look stupid. This is what I say: You can play Nintendo, You play XBox, You play lottery, You Don’t Play Hollywood! I think he made a comment that he’s as straight as an arm. An arm has an elbow dummy! What really set me off is when he had Alton the assistant call TMZ, say he was Me and say Kerry and I are just friends, he’s like my brother.”
On Their Breakup
“When Mike put out the pilot for the reality show people could see that it was something there. We decided to step back a little bit because people know. It wasn’t a really bad break up. It’s turned bad now and I’m at the point I don’t give a damn. I’m not going to cover for Kerry.”
On Kerry Taking Care Of Him Financially
“We went on a lot of trips, out of the country, Hawaii, whatever.
“He loved me so much that he did spend a lot of money. He definitely took care of me.”
“Kerry did do a lot for me. He bought me a lot of things. He bought me the new Infiniti truck. I’m the type of person, if you buy me something, you’re putting it in MY name. If you’re buying me something you’re paying it off. He definitely did the TWO things. You’re not going to buy me nothing and it still be in your name because then it’s your car. You’re not going to buy me nothing and leave me with the payments. I don’t think so!”
On Gay Players In Sports
“I just want girls to know my sh** is for real! This sh** happened! You can think that you got a boyfriend and all that sh** but THIS sh** is for real! It happened. I think that a lot of girls are lost because they play football. That don’t mean nothing. You’d be better getting yourself a boy cheerleader.”
“This is how I work. I don’t date boys with girlfriends and I don’t date men with kids. I’m selfish. I’m not the type to go with the downlow brothers. Either you’re down with me or you ain’t. Kerry was NOT messing with girls when he was with me. He was with me every single day, all day long. I have pictures. I have text messages.”
“You can sit around and think your boyfriend ain’t doing nothing. He probably ain’t doing nothing with another girl because he’s probably with a boy.”
