As the first signing to industry luminary Sylvia Rhone’s Vested In Culture label, Los Angeles rapper Casey Veggies has made a name for himself since the last time JAY Z’s Life+Times rolled with him. In this episode of “DECODED,” Casey breaks down the meaning behind his song “Whip It,” from his recently released mixtape “Life Changes.”
Action Bronson On Juan Epstein
One of the most fun interviews we’ve done in recent memory. Bronson is HILARIOUS!!!!
Talib Kweli Speaks On P. Diddy Confronting Mos Def
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If you’re a huge Black Star fan like I am, you’ll remember Yasiin Bey’s ‘Children Story‘ remake (click here and listen if you don’t), where he tells a story about a character that — at the time — sounded very similar to Diddy. Talib Kweli speaks on the confrontation that occurred as a result of the song.
The Breakfast Club Interview Rev. Run & Tyrese
These two hooked up to write a book, and they speak on it (as well as related subjects, such as religion) with Charlemagne, Yee & Envy.
Dave Grohl Interviews Nas On Chelsea Lately
Hip-Hop legend Nas talks about the Grammys (fun fact: he’s has 18 nominations in his career!) and Hip-Hop beef with Rock legend Dave Grohl.
Big J (@bigjwest) & Lefty (@LeftyLGN) – Nu-Killa Interview
Big J and Lefty Talk Rappers who get too personal, Joint Mixtape, doubles battles and a whole lot less…
Joe Budden On Hot 97′s In-Studio Series With Angie Martinez
You can download the audio clips as well (below).
The Slaughterhouse member spoke about various topics with Angie, as he updated his fans on his relationship with Tahiry, and his current girlfriend Kaylin Garcia.
During the interview Budden, also discussed having threesomes with Kaylin and other women, his drug relapses, as well as his music.
Angie Joe Budden In Studio PT1
Raekwon Breaks Down Joe Budden ‘Beef’ (Vlad TV)
Legendary New York rapper Raekwon explains the story behind his beef with Joe Budden, revealing what started it and where they stand today. Raekwon also explains what happened at Rock the Bells in 2009, when the two reportedly got into an altercation. In the end, Raekwon says that he wants to see Joe win.
50 Breaks Down Get Rich Or Die Tryin’
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50 Cent’s debut Get Rich Or Die Tryin’ will turn 10 tomorrow. 50 Cent sat with MTV and dissected a few tracks off the LP.
“Many Men (Death Wish)”
50 Cent had been rapping for years before he was shot in May 2000, and he was a pretty good rapper, too, but those nine shots changed everything. On the Digga-produced “Many Men,” the superstar MC laid it all on the line, talking about the price that was put on his head and name-dropping the alleged gunman who was killed three weeks later. ” ‘Many Men’ is the war chant,” 50 said.
“Back Down”
50 is always quick to remind fans that he has less compassion than the average human being, and on “Back Down” he gave us an early glimpse of his cold ways. Fif’s beef with Ja Rule and Irv Gotti’s Muder Inc. camp was well-documented and, on a few occasions, spilled over into the street. There are a number of allegations on each side, but one thing is for certain: After Fif dropped this dis track, Rule’s career suffered permanent setbacks. “That was the nail in the coffin,” 50 snickered.
Fat Trel Speaks On DC Reign, Being A Ladies Man, Master P & More
This past Saturday, Dj Heat got up with Fat Trel at Howard University before his show with Dom Kennedy. They talked about his come up, linking with Master P,Project With SB his true label situation, and the ladies.
Maejor Ali – The Breakfast Club Interview
Maejor Ali is hilarious with the whole setup (you have to watch it). Anyways, the kid formerly known as Bei Maejor (I think) talks about his new single and his name change.
Justin Timberlake – Ryan Seacrest Interview
Does Ryan Seacrest interview with non-White Hip-Hop artists? Just wondering….JT called into Ryan Seacrest’s radio show to speak on working with Hov, his upcoming album, today’s R&B and more.
Young Guru – AES Interview
Short interview w/ legendary Hip-Hop Producer/Engineer Young Guru where he takes us through his weekend in San Francisco (Bay Area). From his lectures @ Pandora HQ & various AES Producer Panels to his conversations w/ the creator of BitTorrent, we get an inside look into the life of a legend and his overall purpose.
T-Boz – Rap-Up Interview; Says Collaboration With Drake Is In The Works
TLC’s Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins shows love to Drake, a self-proclaimed TLC fan, and reveals her plans for a collaboration.
French Montana – FUSE Interview
French Montana talks about working with Drake, Diddy, and Rick Ross on his debut solo album “Excuse My French”, out April 16th.
Eve – The Breakfast Club Interview
Eve stops by Power 105.1’s morning show to speak on where the hell she’s been at (London, apparently).
Fangol (@FANGOLNOTTZ) – Spitfire Freestyle & Interview (@JDZmedia)
Fangol spits some serious bars for JDZ Media before speaking on clashing and new music.
Ms. D (@officialmsd4) – Mitch & Suave Interview
Mitch and Suave sat down in the black taxi with the immensely talented singer/song writer Ms. D. They spoke to her about working with Wiley, her forthcoming EP, singer/producer Parker, how she became an artist and her plans for 2013.
A$AP Rocky – OFIVE TV Interview (Paris)
With his mixtape LiveLoveAsap and his multiple collaborations, Asap Rocky is undoubtedly one of the outstanding artists of the year 2012. A few days after the official release of his debut album Long Live Asap, the Harlem rapper met OFIVE to discuss the pressure and hype around his debut album, the meaning and the direction that it wishes to make in his music, his taste for art and its relationship with religion, and gives us the best performer of the song ‘1Train’.
Will Pusha T Ever Cut His Braids?
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Find Out What The VA Rapper Has To Say About His 90’s Braids.
Mercston (@Mercston) – Black & White (Episode 5) (@GRMDaily)
Mercston speaks with GRM Daily about Wiley making him write his first lyrics.
Extra Catches Up With Beyonce At The Super Bowl
It was quite humorous to see these guys running after her, mics in hand:
Millions tuned in to watch the 2013 Super Bowl and Beyoncé’s halftime performance, with a surprise from “Destiny’s Child,” that stole the show.
Lil Wayne Speaks On Camera Man Altercation
After the Direct TV’s celebrity Beach Bowl in N.O. this weekend , Weezy got into an altercation with a camera man. Above, he explains what happened.
Deepest Song: A$AP Rocky’s ‘Phoenix’ (@AmaruDonTV)
A$AP Rocky takes part in Amaru Don TV’s ‘Deepest Song’ segment. A$AP reveals why ‘Phoenix’ is the deepest song on his album LONGLIVEA$AP.

