Wale chats to Trevor Nelson about Rihanna, Lady Gaga, bed springs & creating good vibes in the studio. – BBC
According To Big Sean, Drake’s ‘All Me’ Single Was Originally His
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Big Sean reveals that he and KeY Wane already had ‘All Me‘ for Hall Of Fame before Drake picked it up for Nothing Was The Same.
DJ Khaled – TT Torrez Interview; Confirms Nicki Minaj Proposal Was A Prank
One of the hottest Moguls in the rap game right now, “Dj Khaled” called in yesterday to the T.T Torrez show to talk about his upcoming album, “Suffering from Success,” which drops Sept. 24th, his marriage proposal to Nicki Minaj, what it means to be suffering from success and having to separate the fake friends from the real ones. Dj Khaled also talked about what it means to have power in this rap game.
Machine Gun Kelly – DJ Green Lantern/Boss Lady Interview
During a promo run for his new mixtape Black Flag, Machine Gun Kelly opens up to DJ Green Lantern and Boss Lady on Invasion Radio about maturing as an artist and not being given the respect he feels he deserves as an emcee (“I feel like I’m denied access to even being in the ‘class’ of hip-hop”).
JAY Z – Big Boy’s Neighborhood Interview
JAY Z called into Big Boy’s radio show to speak on his Legends Of The Summer Tour with Justin Timberlake, his ‘Picasso Baby’ video (he also revealed the existence of a ‘Holy Grail’ clip, as well), his biggest artist to date Kanye West and much more.
T.I. On Shaheem Reid’s ‘The Round Up’ (Life+Times)
Shaheem Reid sits down with Grand Hustle CEO and “king of the South”, T.I., for the season finale of The Round Up. Speaking on the beginning of his career in the late 90s through his most recent tours, Tip reflects on his legacy of bridging worlds.
Debra Antney (Waka Flocka’s Mother) Visits The Breakfast Club
Deb Antney speaks on her history in the music industry, moving to Atlanta, Gucci Mane, her son and more with The Breakfast Club.
Twista – Sermons Domain Interview
Twista speaks to Sermon about The Dark Horse, long-term collaborator The Legendary Traxster and more.
Mac Miller – DJ Whoo Kid Interview
Mac Miller speaks on Kanye West’s paparazzi issues, working and touring with Action Bronson, connections to Eminem, Movies, Schoolboy Q and more with DJ Whoo Kid.
Meek Mill & AZ On Juan Epstein
Rosenberg and Cipha interview new legend Meek Mill about Dreams & Nightmares and endorsements before speaking to O.G. AZ on his career, Nas and more.
Public Enemy – Gigwise Interview; Says That ‘JAY Z, Snoop Dogg & Drake Are Not Real Hip-Hop’
In music, they don’t come much more legendary, influential or essential than Public Enemy. As they stepped off stage from an explosive set at Kendal Calling festival 2013, we caught up with Chuck D and Flavor Flav to talk about their long-lasting legacy, the impact of the internet, the future of ‘real hip hop’ and what they thought about Jay Z’s Magna Carta Holy Grail app.
Musing over Jay Z using an app to connect with his fans, Chuck D told Gigwise that he thought his thinking was slightly outdated and ‘corporate’.
“Public Enemy has always been doing innovative things because we have always been the kings of the indepedent movement, so we always try to find innovative ways to get it to the people,” said Chuck D.
“Not knocking Jay Z, but you have to have a reason why you did it. I think it was innovative, but 10 years ago. Jay Z is a big corporate guy. I think that what we do and the platforms that we stand on are heading towards inevitable conflict – the masses versus the king. If you study your history, the masses of people share everything, then there’s somebody sitting in a castle with a moat around them making all of the decisions and eating all of the food – then that brings on what you call a revolt. When big business rears its ugly head, then you have to answer to that.”
He added: “Culture is a universal language that we’re all supposed to share, so its good that Jay Z is giving a record away for free, but you gotta do it through a Samsung device and an Android.”
T.I. On The View
T.I. talks about his music video for “Blurred Lines” and his reality show “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle”.
Robin Thicke Returns To The Breakfast Club
Robin Thicke visited the Breakfast Club to promote his new album (and it’s monster hit single of the same name) Blurred Lines, out now.
Waka Flocka Flame Talks Love, Homosexuality & More On Peter Bailey’s ‘NiteCap’
This is Waka Flocka Flame’s second appearance on the show.
Peter Bailey shares a NiteCap with the Brick Squad Monopoly frontman inside Miami’s Circle House studios where the two discuss Waka Flocka’s falling in love, homosexuality and drug use on TV as well as if Dr. King would accept his music.
Rick Ross Speaks On Zimmerman Verdict
While on the red carpet for Russell Simmons’ 14th Annual Art For Life Benefit, Rozay stopped to talk to GlobalGrind’s Makho Ndlovu, telling her he believes the injustice of the case is a big problem.
Laila Ali Calls North West A ‘Stupid’ Name
Well….from Hip Hollywood:
Everyone from Halle Berry to Fergie are expecting little ones and while that’s exciting, the real excitement comes when naming the newborn. Some folks like Tamar Braxton go the traditional route with a name like Logan, but Kanye and Kim made waves when they chose to name their little girl North West. A few people thought North was cute and unique, but a large number of people thought it was awful…and you can add Laila Ali to that list.
Live At Grand Street Bakery: Mac Miller & Vince Staples
Mac Miller and Vince Staples interview and freestyle live at Grand Street Bakery. – FADER TV
Flo Rida Visits The Breakfast Club
Flo Rida is all money when he appears on The Breakfast Club to speak on — you guessed it — money.
Crooked I Breaks Down ‘Apex Predator’ (Part 1)
Courtesy of Skee TV….Apex Predator is out now:
Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated Apex Predator LP, Crooked I grabs the mic along with co-host Somayeh and breaks down a few stand out tracks off the project. The Long Beach native gives insight behind the creative inspiration for “YODO” which serves a cautionary tale for the younger generation to always be aware of their surroundings. Next, Crooked talks “No Sleep Gang” which is the new banger and anthem for every go-getter and dream chaser.
The Slaughterhouse MC also takes the time to give his thoughts on the lack of authentic and talented artists currently plaguing Hip Hop but reassures listeners he holds the cure with Apex Predator. Before heading out, Crooked I gives details behind the unorthodox making of “Sumthin From Nuthin” which showcases the rapper creating a completely original song with nothing but a water bottle, some beat boxing skills, a pen, his finger and vocals. Be sure to tune into C.O.B. Radio every Wednesday broadcasted live from the Skee Lodge from 5 p.m to 7 p.m. only at Skee247.com internet radio.
Hit-Boy – STASHED Interview (Part 2)
On the second installment of the STASHED original series, “Lines & Notes,” Hit-Boy speaks candidly about working with A$AP Rocky, Drake, the America’s Most Wanted Tour and maintaining his own record label, HS87.
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Steph Lova & DJ G MONEY – DTF Radio With @DriickyGraham & More (Live Stream)
Check out the latest live stream from DTF Radio.
Talib Kweli On The Combat Jack Show (Episode 2)
Topics discussed: Rawkus Records (remember them?), Black Star with Mos Def (remember them?), ‘Pac & B.I.G. and more.
PREVIOUSLY: Part 1
Pete Rock & Camp Lo On ‘Juan Epstein’
Pete Rock and the duo Camp Lo visit Juan Epstein to promote their latest project. Above is the video snippet of the interview.
Bow Wow Makes Out With Tyra Banks (Video)
Talk about winning. According to Tyra, they previously kissed (albeit more innocently) on her old talk show a while back, and decided to step it up….at a teenage television show on BET. Whatevs.
BONUS: Bow Wow gives some post-kiss commentary below.