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Stream and Download More Than 35 of the Best Mixtapes of 2014 (Mixtapes)

2014 was a year of incredibly diverse mixtape offerings. There were amazing blend projects like Yasiin Gaye which combined Mos and Marvin, beat-jacking tapes like Jon Connor's amazing takeover of Kanye West tracks, albums in disguise like Travi$ Scott's Days Before Rodeo, remix wonders like Soul Cookin's complete re-imagination of... Read more

December 29, 2014 Mixes

Wu-Tang Clan Hope for A Better Tomorrow Against a Backdrop of Visual Chaos (Video)

Wu-Tang Clan's "A Better Tomorrow" could not have come at a more relevant time. The group's song about social injustice is the perfect soundtrack to one of the most tumultuous times in American history in the last decade. Set against a backdrop of visual footage from protests for Michael Brown,... Read more

December 6, 2014 Video

Does Inspectah Deck Know His Wu-Tang History Better Than RZA? (Video)

After MTV News asked RZA, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and Cappadonna about some of the re-purposed Wu-Tang Clan logos over the years, Rob Markman and his team gave the squadron a little bit of a quiz. The questions range between the order of the solo discography, to how many... Read more

December 3, 2014 Fresh, Video

Wu-Tang Clan Members React To Logo Copycats & Tributes (Video)

The "W" has taken on a life of its own over the last 21 years. Wu-Tang Clan's logo design has become not only a legal trademark, but a brand unto itself. From traditional goods like shirts, posters, skullies to mouse-pads, custom-painted Volkswagen Beetles, and a bevy of tattoos, this logo... Read more

December 2, 2014 Fresh, Video

Wu-Tang Clan Give Thanks to Fans with a Free Stream of A Better Tomorrow (Audio)

After many fits and starts, squabbles and squashes, Wu-Tang Clan put their differences aside and have come together to release their first album in 7 years. A Better Tomorrow hits stores on Tuesday, but the Wu are giving thanks to fans on Thanksgiving by releasing a full stream of the... Read more

November 27, 2014 Audio

Following Raekwon, Inspectah Deck Makes A Heartfelt Soul-Inspired Tape (Mixtape)

After Raekwon eloquently concluded his "TBT" R&B/Soul/Pop tribute series with a mixtape, We Wanna Thank You, another Wu-Tang Clan member is paying homage to the soulful songs of yesteryear. Inspectah Deck made Cynthia's Son, a mixtape reworking, sampling, and tapping into songs favored by the Bronx, New York MC's late... Read more

November 7, 2014 Audio, Fresh, Mixes

Wu-Tang Clan Is Still Out To Bring Da Ruckus, Taking A Page From KRS-One (Audio)

Hours after one of the New York City listening sessions for Wu-Tang Clan's A Better Tomorrow empties out, Heads are treated with new music. Put simply, "Ruckus In B Minor" is busy, and a lot to process. For starters, the beat changes sporadically throughout the song, arranged as a complex... Read more

November 4, 2014 Audio, Fresh

Wu-Tang Clan Has A History Of Iconic Artwork. How’s A Better Tomorrow Stack Up?

Wu-Tang Clan's album artwork, collectively and as individually artists, has been that of pop culture. Re-popularized on t-shirts, posters, and the like, the images of the New York Rap collective are as timeless as the verses from RZA and the family. It's been revealed that W.T.C's sixth album, A Better... Read more

October 28, 2014 Fresh

Finding The GOAT: Busta Rhymes vs. Inspectah Deck…Who You Got?

As we continue the ultimate battle for the title of the GOAT (Greatest of All-Time), we are asking you to help us rank who is the greatest MC to pick up a mic. We will take over 35 years of Hip-Hop into consideration, pairing special match-ups in a sequence not... Read more

October 27, 2014 Fresh

RZA Freestyles Out Of The Blue During An Interview, Talks Battling Inspectah Deck (Video)

So MTV News opted to ask RZA about reported battles during the Wu-Tang Clan studio sessions for next month's A Better Tomorrow. The Abbott revealed that in a particular moment with Inspectah Deck, both RZA and Rebel INS turned to their phone files to pull out some rhymes and verses... Read more

October 13, 2014 Fresh, Video

Inspectah Deck & Big K.R.I.T On The Same Track? True & Groovin’ (Audio)

Some collaborations work better on paper. Others, however, might sound cacophonous in theory, but work incredibly well. In creating his "Colosseum," A-Villa amassed Wu-Tang Clan swordsman Inspectah Deck, Big K.R.I.T., and Termanology—three MCs that arguably represent different corners of the "dope Hip-Hop" carryall. Krizzle kicks things off with a sharp... Read more

October 8, 2014 Audio, Fresh

Termanology, Chris Rivers & Inspectah Deck Load Up the Lyrical Chambers as The War Begins (Audio)

Termanology gets an Alchemist-flavored track from producer Billy Loman as Chris Rivers, Inspectah Deck, H Blanco and Term' proceed to go to work. This is a record for the headphones, not the radio, as these 4 lyricists do verbal combat on "The War Begins." Check it out. Related: Termanology &... Read more

October 7, 2014 Audio

Cormega Makes Yet Another Industry Remix, With Inspectah Deck, Roc Marciano & Brand Nubian (Audio)

After a show-stopping original version, Cormega remixed his Mega Philosophy single "Industry" with Juice Crew alumni Kool G Rap, Craig G, and Masta Ace in late July. For early October, Cory does it again. The third mix of "Industry" includes two-thirds of Brand Nubian in Sadat X and Lord Jamar,... Read more

October 4, 2014 Audio, Fresh

RZA Says Wu-Tang Clan’s A Better Tomorrow Album Due In November

According to a new interview with Billboard, RZA says that Wu-Tang Clan's first studio album in more than seven years will be for sale next month. The Abbott of the Wu told Billboard's Eric K. Arnold that A Better Tomorrow will release on November 28, which is the retail holiday... Read more

October 1, 2014 Fresh

Wu-Tang Clan Heads & Film Buffs Know This Lyric Compilation Ain’t Nothing Ta F’ Wit (Video)

Wu-Tang Clan is currently gearing up for A Better Tomorrow. Well, this compilation of film dialogue certainly makes for a better today. Released a while back, this amazing cut-and-paste video recreates the exact lyrics to 1993's "Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nothing Ta F' Wit." What's as impressive is that the editor... Read more

September 11, 2014 Fresh, Throwback

Wu-Tang Clan Opens Up For The Daily Show, Then Premiers Ron O’Neal (Videos)

UPDATED with the recorded version of "Ron O'Neal" below. Jon Stewart presses all eight living members about the Wu-Tang Clan reunion (which isn't a reunion at all, technically speaking) for A Better Tomorrow. Interestingly enough, "The Daily Show" host directs some of the most pressing questions to Raekwon, regarding the... Read more

August 7, 2014 Fresh, Video

Wu-Tang Clan Breaks Down Their Film Connections, Early RZA & GZA Singles (Videos)

Nardwuar's infinite pursuit of interviews continues. The Human Serviette catches the Wu-Tang Clan backstage in Vancouver, British Columbia for a Q&A that RZA admits he greatly evaded. Perhaps Heads can see why in the final third of the interview. However, for the first 10 minutes, Nardwuar goes in on Kung-Fu... Read more

July 7, 2014 Fresh, Video

Ayatollah Releases A New LP Featuring George Duke Tributes & Wu-Tang Clan Members (Album Stream)

From Mos Def to Ghostface Killah to R.A. The Rugged Man, producer Ayatollah has been cooking up beats for well over 15 years. A descendant of the Rawkus Records era, 'Tollah found a home in Nature Sounds Records (J Dilla, Blu, Havoc), where he released several instrumental LPs. This week,... Read more

April 16, 2014 Audio, Fresh

RZA Claims He’s Already Had A $5 Million Offer For The Wu-Tang Clan One Of One Album

Last week, AFH was among the first to report on a Wu-Tang Clan album, recorded in and currently stored in the nation of Morocco. Produced largely by longtime WTC affiliate Cilvaringz, the 31-track LP known as Wu: Once Upon A Time In Shaolin is reported to be only released on... Read more

April 2, 2014 Fresh

Will There Ever Be Another Wu-Tang Clan Album? Each Remaining Member of the Wu Speaks…Candidly.

Grantland has written a definitive piece tackling the question weighing on the minds of Wu-Tang Clan fans for 6 years and counting: Will there ever be another Wu album? In order to answer the question, they conducted extensive interviews with each and every member of the Clan (as well as... Read more

March 21, 2014 Fresh

Wu-Tang Clan Unload Their First Single From A Better Tomorrow (Audio)

During the two-year march towards A Better Tomorrow, Wu-Tang Clan has unveiled some music along the way. However, as suddenly as ever, this morning brought the first official single "Keep Watch," featuring Nathaniel and Cappadonna. Produced by DJ Allah Mathematics ("Mighty Healthy" and "Publicity"), the song uses a loop, drums,... Read more

March 19, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage, Fresh

Here’s a Playlist of the Best Hip-Hop to Drop in February 2014 (Audio Playlist)

February was a short month but it was not short on good music. Here's a playlist of some of the best Hip-Hop to drop in the month. You'll hear music from Schoolboy Q, Big Boi, Slum Village, Inspectah Deck, Black Milk, Rick Ross, Onyx, Snoop & Madlib, Prodigy & Alchemist,... Read more

March 5, 2014 Audio, Featured-homepage, Playlists

Inspectah Deck Makes An Inspirational Song That’s Street At The Same Time (Audio)

Inspectah Deck had an impressive comeback season in 2013. The Wu-Tang Clan's Bronx delegate found nice breath of freshness teaming with 7L & Esoteric for CZARFACE. However, in his solo pursuits, Rebel INS gained some own focus and momentum. Lending his talents to United Kingdom producer Dr. G, Deck made... Read more

February 21, 2014 Audio, Fresh

Drake Shoots “Wu-Tang Forever Remix” Video In New York City, But Who Was There? (Photos)

Much has been said, opined, and speculated about Drake's Nothing Was The Same single's unheard companion, "Wu-Tang Forever Remix." While members of the Clan, whose 1997 cut "It's Yourz" (along with T. La Rock's original cut of the same name) inspired Drizzy's ballad have differing opinions of whether the song... Read more

January 13, 2014 Fresh

Don’t Get It Twisted. Inspectah Deck is Still Here. Get On Deck (Audio)

Inspectah Deck has been in the game 20-years strong and he's not slowing down. Check out his latest, Get On Deck. Related: Mathematics Releases Double Video for “Shorty” & “Four Horsemen” With Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, Method Man & Cappadonna (Video)... Read more

December 30, 2013 Audio

Wu-Tang Clan Reflects On Place In Hip-Hop After 20 Years (Video)

Five members of the Clan, as well as Shyheim and Cappadonna reflect on the group's 20 years of greatness for Revolt. It's short quotes, but a nice montage that makes you catch the vibe of one of the active jewels of Rap. Masta Killa says it's "20 years at the... Read more

November 12, 2013 Fresh, Throwback

Remembering Wu-Tang Clan’s Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) 20 Years Later (Food For Thought)

There are certain albums in Hip-Hop that were complete game-changers. Run-DMC’s 1983 self-titled album ripped the Disco out of Rap and, with a new look of Kangol hats, leather jackets and shell-toed Adidas along with crossed arms and boasts of college pursuits, took ownership of the culture. Five years later,... Read more

November 11, 2013 Featured-homepage, Food for Thought, Fresh, Throwback

Stream Marco Polo’s PA 2: The Director’s Cut Which Features an All-Star Roster of 90’s Legends (Album Stream)

Marco Polo's new album PA 2: The Director's Cut plays like an all-star compilation of ridiculously dope tracks from 90's legends, including Talib Kweli, Masta Ace, Inspectah Deck, Organized Konfusion, Jean Grae, Posdnuos, Styles P, Alchemist, MC Eiht, King Tee, Large Professor and many more. The album hits stores on... Read more

November 8, 2013 Audio

Large Professor, O.C., Inspectah Deck & Tragedy Khadafi Team Up On Marco Polo’s Astonishing (Audio)

Could you imagine this between 1993 and 1998? Large Professor (Main Source), Inspectah Deck (Wu-Tang Clan), Tragedy Khadafi (Capone-N-Noreaga fam), and O.C. (Diggin' In The Crates) on one song? Well, in 2013, Canadian producer Marco Polo hooks it up. From his PA 2: The Director's Cut album coming next month,... Read more

October 24, 2013 Audio, Fresh

True Master – Strong Arm ft Ghostface Killah & Inspectah Deck

While he came up under Guru and Ill Kid Records, I always wanted True Master to get additional looks outside of the Wu-Tang Clan family. In a crew led by RZA, it's not always easy for True, Allah Mathematics, 4th Disciple, Bronze Nazareth, and the other many talented music-makers under... Read more

October 6, 2013 Audio, Fresh

Drake Confirms Wu-Tang Clan Collaboration

Fresh off of releasing "Wu-Tang Forever," Drake confirmed to Rap Radar's Elliott Wilson that a remix is coming—during their sit-down interview (complete with audience). A person close to Drake also confirmed this on Twitter. For those playing at home, the Wu don't do a lot of guest appearances as a... Read more

September 23, 2013 Fresh

CZARFACE – Hazmat Rap (Video)

This is a guilty admission: back in 2001, the first time I made a cell-phone ringtone, it was to 7L & Esoteric's "Speaking Real Words" single, which featured Inspectah Deck. To me, in addition to being a great song, the Landspeed Records single was a monumental gap-bridger between underground and... Read more

August 2, 2013 Fresh, Video

Wu Wisdom – Back and Forth with Wu-Tang Clan – Part 1 (Video)

Inspectah Deck and Mathematics talk about the early days of Wu (imagine Inspectah Deck battling Ghostface in a breakdance competition...). You can hear about that story and more in the video. Related: Mathematics – Four Horsemen ft Inspectah Deck, Rakewon, Method Man & Ghostface Killah (Audio)... Read more

June 24, 2013 Video

Mathematics – Four Horsemen ft Inspectah Deck, Rakewon, Method Man & Ghostface Killah

Mathematics gets Inspectah Deck, Raekwon, Method Man and Ghostface Killah on his latest track. In other words, Wu is in the building...Check out Four Horsemen. Related: Wu-Tang Clan – Family Reunion (Audio)... Read more

June 19, 2013 Audio

9th Prince – Never Never ft Inspectah Deck (Video)

Inspectah Deck and 9th Prince go in on a beat that is straight CRACK. Check out the video for Never Never. Related: Ghostface Killah – Murder Spree ft Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa & Sin Sin (Apollo Brown Remix) (Audio)... Read more

April 30, 2013 Video

Ghostface Killah – Murder Spree ft Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa & Sin Sin (Apollo Brown Remix)

Apollo Brown put his touch on Ghostface Killah's Murder Spree featuring Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa and Sin Sin. This version is extra soulful. You literally might break your neck head nodding. Real talk. Check it out below. Related: Adrian Younge & Ghostface Killah – Rise of the Ghostface Killah... Read more

April 18, 2013 Audio

Ghostface Killah Montreality Interview (Video) + CZARFACE (Inspectah Deck, 7L & Esoteric) – Savage Attack ft Ghostface Killah (Audio)

Here's a double dose of Ghostface Killah. First up, is an extended interview by Montreality where he goes deep about everything from the likelihood of one last Wu album this year to how he settled his beef with Biggie literally the day before he died. Next, is a grimy new... Read more

February 19, 2013 Audio, Video

CZARFACE (Inspectah Deck,7L & Esoteric) – Air ‘Em Out (Video)

Here's the first video from Inspectah Deck, 7L and Esoteric's joint project, CZARFACE. It's a glossy short film that has more than a subtle reference to an infamous scene in Scarface. Check out Air 'Em Out. Related: AFH: Best Hip-Hop Videos of 2012 (Video)... Read more

January 31, 2013 Video

CZARFACE (Inspectah Deck and 7L & Esoteric) – It’s Raw ft Action Bronson