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This is pretty dope how Sway surprised him like that. Congrats to Kendrick on the crown. That list is still wonky, though.
Elzhi – Hard Knock TV Interview (Part 2)
Exclusive in-depth interview. In part 2, Elzhi shares his J Dilla memories including Dr Dre wanting to work with Dilla and him. The interview continues as Elzhi talks to Nick Huff Barili about his critically acclaimed mixtape Elmatic, what inspired him to remake Illmatic and how he hasn’t met Nas yet. Elzhi is performing at this years Paid Dues hip hop festival so he shared with us what his dream line up for Paid Dues would be. We couldn’t let Elzhi go without asking him when whats the latest with his new album and what can we expect from it. Elzhi wraps up part 2 of this interview by sharing his thoughts on the current state of Hip Hop.
Previously: Part 1
Vado On ‘Sway In The Morning’
Above, Vado speaks to Sway about his new deal (We The Best) replacing his old deal (Interscope), becoming too comfortable with his career and more. Below, he performs ‘Speaking In Tungs’ and ‘Right Now’.
Jhene Aiko – ThisIsRnB Interview
Jhené Aiko talks to ThisisRnB.com about her upcoming debut album ‘Souled Out,’ signing with producer No I.D., writing her own stories, influence of marijuana on her music and more.
Angela Yee – Global Grind Interview; Talks Beef With K. Foxx & Erica Mena
Vh1’s The Gossip Game cast member, and GlobalGrind’s very own, Sharon Carpenter was on the scene with the cast to snag one-on-one time with Charlamagne, DJ Envy and of course, her Gossip Game castmate Angela Yee.
A$AP Rocky – Big Boy’s Neighborhood Interview
A$AP Rocky visits Big Boy’s show to speak on touring with Rihanna, that Hottest MC list, his childhood, ScHoolboy Q and more.
Sway Speaks More On Kanye West Rant
The above interview with Joy Daily is courtesy of Street Heat TV. The entire interview can be summed up in one quote:
“I’ve been in the game a long time, it would take a lot more then a rant to really shake me up”
Kendrick Lamar Speaks On ‘Hottest MCs’ List
Kendrick Lamar shares his thoughts on MTV’s “Hottest MCs in the Game” list. Plus, does he think Kanye West deserved a higher spot?
Jim Jones – Jenny Boom Boom Interview
Jim Jones Compares Love and Hip Hop to Flavor Of Love, Says its black exploitation and people are selling their souls for peanuts. Talks Writing Off Stripper Money On His Taxes, Dipset Reunion And Possible Wedding On Next Season’s Show.
Kendrick Lamar – This Is 50 Interview
Backstage of the Roseland Ballroom in NYC, Thisis50 and Jack Thriller had a chance to meet up with Kendrick Lamar to speak on what it took to get him this far in his music career. The rappers climb to the top partially has to do with ignoring all the negativity he may receive.
He just came back from his tour in Europe. He said unlike the people, the weather sucked. Speaking of being out of the country, it has been about three months since Kendrick has seen his family.
In this interview, find out which Kendrick lyric is a crowd pleaser in A$AP Rocky’s “F*ckin’ Problems” single. Additionally, see Jack Thriller question the rapper on why Janet Jackson wasn’t in the “Poetic Justice” video.
Watch Schoolboy Q also make a guest appearance during the interview.
Kelly Rowland – C Nikky Interview
Courtesy of CNikky.com:
Cherise Nicole (CNikky.com) spoke to Kelly Rowland about Beyonce’s documentary, her bad break-ups, learning to love herself and more!
Snoop Lion – Skee TV Interview; Speaks On Squashing Beef With Suge Knight
DJ Skee and AXS TV / Skee.TV sat down with Snoop Dogg (aka Snoop Lion) for an extended, in depth, and, at times, very personal chat. This uncut interview covers the evolution of his identity and music including his first comments after squashing his beef with Suge Knight, discussing the meaning behind his new album and documentary, Reincarnated, why he is speaking out about gun violence, putting Drake on his new single and his connection to gun violence (after a gun incident in Toronto), working on a reggae album with Diplo, and much more.
Lil’ Kim & Talib Kweli On ‘RapFix Live’
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Currently in progress. I’ll refrain from any Kanye jokes/references for the moment.
Big Sean On Snoop Dogg’s GGN News Network
Big Sean drops by to talk about his career, upcoming projects and how to smoke out a hotel room like a professional. Oh… and Stormy Fronts randomly explodes.
Pro Era – Good Fella Media Interview
Kymmi Cee Live caught up with a few of the Pro’s at the Marc Ecko office, where they touched on the Beast Coast Tour, Joey’s forthcoming solo album, working with Pete Rock and Joey’s role at the Ecko offices.
Boost Mobile’s ‘Be Heard Sessions’ With Pusha T
In this episode, G.O.O.D. Music Recording Artist Pusha T tells the story about how he got into music because of his older brother/partner Malice. Who was always into Hip-Hop. He tells how his brother was rapping with Timbaland in middle school and how they ran into Pharrell Williams. With him being in the environment of these people writing and recording songs. He decided to join in and he wrote his first rap song titled “Thief Of The Night”. He says this became the start of the hip hop duo “Clipse”.
Pusha also says the biggest part of being an artist for him, is seeing the crowd and the fans react to what he puts out in the market place.
Quote: “When I hear the term “Be Heard”, its just about having a voice. It’s about letting your thoughts and your opinions and your feelings be on display. You really open yourself up to scrutiny and everything else, but you know. You get to give the people what you want them to hear.” – Pusha T
Watch him end the session with an “off the dome” freestyle.
Lethal Bizzle (@LethalBizzle) – GRM Daily Interview; Speaks On ‘Dench’ Movement
We caught up with Lethal B and chatted to him about how he built the word “Dench” from a phrase to a brand.
A$AP Rocky Says He Should Be #1 On MTV Hottest MC List
Kanye isn’t the only one that aint feeling the MTV’s Hottest MC list. A$AP sits down with LA Leakers and tells them he should be higher than #8 and goes on to say he should be #1.
“Tig Ol’ Bitties”: Terrence Howard Enjoyed His Sex Scene With Oprah
WTF? Must be the money:
Terrence Howard discusses making love with Oprah and her Tig Ol’ Bitties for the upcoming movie, Butler.
UPDATE: Kanye West Cries About His Spot On ‘Hottest MCs’ List; Lil’ Wayne Responds
UPDATE: Lil’ Wayne tweeted his joy over Kanye’s salute to him during his rant:
That's the ultimate compliment coming from a humble,great,extremely creative,& superior genius...I appreciate that Yeezy!
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) March 6, 2013
Kanye West lets the world know (through a call to DJ Enuff) how he really feels about Sway and his list:
[audio:https://jukeboxdc.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/DJ-Enuff-Kanye-West-Interview.mp3]“I gave Sway his first TV, and he need to remember that.”
Update:Sway and Lil Wayne react to Yeezy’s call below:
That’s the ultimate compliment coming from a humble,great,extremely creative,& superior genius…I appreciate that Yeezy!
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) March 6, 2013
#Swaysfirsttv OK the jig is up! @KanyeWest thanks 4 my 1st Tv BUT you still owe me the REMOTE! lol #Hottestmc finale on @MTVJAMS Thurs 10pm!
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Sway Calloway (@RealSway) March 06, 2013
#Swaysfirsttv OK the jig is up! @KanyeWest thanks 4 my 1st Tv BUT you still owe me the REMOTE! lol #Hottestmc finale on @MTVJAMS Thurs 10pm!
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Sway Calloway (@RealSway) March 06, 2013
French Montana & Trina Visit Hot 97
Angie Martinez talks with French Montana & Trina about the relationship rumors….French also speaks on the upcoming visual to his Nicki Minaj-assisted ‘Freaks’.
Mindless Behavior Sings Rihanna’s ‘Pour It Up’
Mindless Behavior shows that Rihanna (and Trinidad James) has corrupted their very young minds.
French Montana On ‘The Breakfast Club’
French Montana visits The Breakfast Club to speak on his upcoming album, his family, his previous marriage and more.
Diddy On ‘Jimmy Kimmel’
AQUAhydrate was the main topic during Diddy’s visit on Jimmy Kimmel (his business partner Mark Wahlberg made a quick appearance as well). He also spoke on his new tattoo, his daughters and more.