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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony – Everything 100 ft Ty Dolla $ign

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony release the video for their single Everything 100 featuring Ty Dolla $ign. Check it out below. Related: Game – Celebration (Remix) ft Bone Thugs-N-Harmony (Video)... Read more

September 5, 2013 Video

DJ Premier Explains the Meaning of the Gang Starr Logo (Video)

After more than 20 years, the Gang Starr logo remains one of the most iconic brands in Hip-Hop. DJ Premier spoke with Mass Appeal about the symbolism and evolution of the logo. Check out the video below. Related: Shop Talk With DJ Premier (Video)... Read more

September 5, 2013 Video

Rick Ross – No Games ft Future

Rick Ross releases a club banger featuring Future and produced by the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League as the first single off his forthcoming album, Mastermind. There's no new ground covered here, but it goes. Here's No Games. Related: Rick Ross – Oil Money Gang ft Jadakiss (Video)... Read more

September 5, 2013 Audio

Pete Rock & Camp Lo Perform “Luchini” & More

Certain songs are just time machines. Camp Lo and Pete Rock recently sat down with Heather B of the Sway In the Morning radio show to discuss their recently-released 80 Blocks From Tiffany’s Pt. II. As if that weren’t enough, Camp Lo also decide bless the mic with a live... Read more

September 5, 2013 Fresh, Throwback

Realm Reality – Set It Off

Regardless of the success Realm Reality found in the acting world, his grind to become a successful MC has never stopped. On his latest track “Set It Off," the Brooklyn native depicts his hunger and work ethic, “this is hunger Rap, Somali competition / I was starving cause they eating... Read more

September 5, 2013 Audio, Fresh

Pharoahe Monch Answers “The Questions” (Video)

Pharoahe Monch sat down (actually stood up) with OkayPlayer to answer their rapid-fire series of lighthearted questions. Pharoahe spoke on his favorite Cosby character, the jazz musician that influenced his cadence, which woman he would like to see act out part of the chorus of Simon Says...and more. Check out... Read more

September 4, 2013 Video

Vic Mensa – Yung Net (Sneak Preview) (Video)

Vic Mensa (formerly of Kids These Days) is about to be a MAJOR problem. After releasing Orange Soda and Hollywood LA, 2 laid-back grooves, he lays down a lyrical assault on the Bout It Bout It track Freddie Gibbs used last year. Check out this extended preview of Yung Net.... Read more

September 4, 2013 Video

The Internet – Partners in Crime Pt. 2

The group The Internet is affiliated with Odd Future and has recently gained more recognition due to their work on Mac Miller's Watching Movies with the Sound Off album. They are an incredibly soulful (some might say neo-soul) group of musicians that play live instruments to make some of the... Read more

September 4, 2013 Audio

Eddie Murphy – Red Light ft Snoop Lion

Former king of comedy Eddie Murphy has finally returned to the microphone with his new reggae infused track featuring Snoop Lion. Don’t strain your eyes too hard because yes, you did read that correctly. With one of the most random songs to hit the internet in recent memory, Mr. Delirious... Read more

September 4, 2013 Audio, Fresh

Kendrick Lamar Discusses His Approach to Feature Verses (Video)

After delivering the biggest guest verse of the year last month, Kendrick Lamar sat down with Life & Times to discuss his approach to feature verses and building the TDE movement, generally. Not surprisingly, it's all about striving for excellence and building the culture. Check out the video. Related: Nice... Read more

September 4, 2013 Video

Kanye West Clown’s Pharoahe Monch’s Clothes (Video)

Here's a funny true Hip-Hop story. Pharoahe Monch tells the tale of the time Kanye West straight clowned Pharoahe's clothes in front of Talib Kweli--all animated as a cartoon, of course...Check out the video. Related: Pharoahe Monch Breaks Down Simon Says and More with Peter Rosenberg (Video)... Read more

September 4, 2013 Video

Caskey – The Transient Classics (Mixtape)

When your musical path starts as being a huge Heavy Metal fan, then leads to falling in love with Rap courtesy of Nasty Nas, and finally culminates with a record deal from YMCMB, it’s safe to say you haven’t taken the traditional route to becoming a success in the Rap... Read more

September 4, 2013 Fresh, Mixes

Guilty Simpson & Small Professor – On The Run ft DJ Revolution

With the release date of their album quickly approaching, Detroit's Guilty Simpson and Philly's Small Professor finally give us a taste of what to expect when Highway Robbery actually drops on September 24. Featuring some ill turntable magic from DJ Revolution, the album’s lead single “On The Run” delivers nice... Read more

September 4, 2013 Audio, Fresh

Tanya Morgan – Pick It Up (Video)

Combining an uptempo live band with multiple MCs isn't always the easiest task to accomplish, but when done right? It sets the table for a unique sound that just can't be denied. Featuring intense percussion, a DJ/producer (6th Sense), and two MCs, Hip-Hop group Tanya Morgan release their new video... Read more

September 4, 2013 Fresh, Video

World’s Fair – Bastards Of The Party (Album Stream)

Now although Hip-Hop collective World's Fair released their debut album for absolutely nothing, it definitely has all signs pointing towards success for the group. The album, titled Bastards Of The Party (named after the stellar social documentary on the history of the Bloods), consists of 13 tracks which don't hesitate... Read more

September 4, 2013 Fresh, Mixes

7 G.E.M.S. – Presume the Unpredictable ft Roc Marciano

With almost 20 plus years in Hip-Hop, it seems Tragedy Khadafi (The Intelligent Hoodlum) should be showing some signs of slowing down. Instead, the Queensbridge MC/Juice Crew affiliate still has his foot on the pedal in a high-speed chase that has Tragic Allies riding shotgun. Together the two combine to... Read more

September 4, 2013 Audio, Fresh

DJ Jazzy Jeff – Vinyl Destination Ep. 18 (Video)

DJ Jazzy Jeff tackles Canada in the latest episode of his travel series Vinyl Destination. Check out the video below. Related: DJ Jazzy Jeff – Vinyl Destination, Ep. 17 (Video)... Read more

September 3, 2013 Video

Janelle Monae – The Electric Lady (Full Album Stream)

Janelle Monae gives a full preview of her album which promises to provide the soundtrack for a funky Fall. The Electric Lady includes features from Prince, Erykah Badu, Solange, Big Boi, Cee-Lo, Miguel and more. Check out the full stream below. Related: Janelle Monae – Q.U.E.E.N. ft Erykah Badu (Video)... Read more

September 3, 2013 Audio

Loaded Lux – You Gon’ Get This Work (Mixtape)

Wow. Loaded Lux brought out some heavyweights on his new mixtape, including Redman, Method Man, Raekwon, Jadakiss, Bun B and more. You can listen to and download all of You Gon' Get This Work below. Download Mixtape Related: Loaded Lux – Rite ft Redman & Method Man (Video)... Read more

September 3, 2013 Mixes

AFH: Best Hip-Hop of August 2013 (Audio Playlist)

August may well go down as the hottest month of the year (literally and musically) when all is said and done. It will no doubt be remembered as the month Kendrick Lamar set the Hip-Hop world aflame with 1 verse and woke up the Hip-Hop Nation. In addition to Big... Read more

September 2, 2013 Audio, Featured-homepage, Playlists

Dizzy Wright – World Peace (Video)

Dizzy Wright's video for World Peace conjures the same good vibes as the song does. It depicts Dizzy trying to change the world for the better one person at a time. This is feel good music. Check it out below. Related: Dizzy Wright – The Golden Age (Mixtape)... Read more

September 2, 2013 Video

Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, Wiz Khalifa, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and Miguel Perform at Made in America (Video)

The Made in America festival had a strong line up this year. You can catch full performances from Kendrick Lamar, A$AP Rocky, Wiz Khalifa, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and Miguel below. Kendrick Lamar A$AP Rocky Wiz Khalifa Macklemore & Ryan Lewis Miguel Related: Public Enemy Performs at the Made in... Read more

September 2, 2013 Video

Scolla – Roots

Whoo...Scolla just blazed this MF DOOM track--laid-back rhymes of substances completely in the pocket of this jazzy groove. This is Sunday music (and Monday and Tuesday...). Check out Roots. On repeat already. Related: Scolla – The Jones ft Phil Ade & Gerald Walker (Audio)... Read more

September 1, 2013 Throwback

M.O.P. Discuss Their Experience at AfroPunk 2013 (Video)

M.O.P. rocked the stage last weekend at AfroPunk. Here's a video of the duo discussing their experience and reflecting a bit on their place in Hip-Hop. Related: Jason Dean – Bring It Hardcore ft M.O.P. (Video)... Read more

September 1, 2013 Video

Public Enemy Performs at the Made in America Festival (Video)

Public Enemy took the stage at the Made in America festival and straight RIPPED IT. After 25 years, this is still riot music. You can watch the performance here. Related: Public Enemy – Rebels Without A Pause Trailer (Video)... Read more

September 1, 2013 Video

Lungz – 20/20 ft Logic

Now although the recipe for a good hip-hop song has endless combinations, two hungry up and coming MCs are definitely excellent ingredients to start with. From his upcoming mixtape Inebriation, Lungz delivers the first single titled “20/20” produced by Cam of the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League and featuring 2013 XXL Freshman, Logic.... Read more

September 1, 2013 Audio, Fresh

AFH: The Week in Video (8/31/13) (Video Playlist)

This week in video brought an epic new video from Jay Z for Holy Grail, Kendrick Lamar talking Control with Chelsea Lately, Big Boi going in-depth about his likes and dislikes, a new video from The Lox and much more. Check out the video playlist below to catch anything you... Read more

August 31, 2013 Featured-homepage, Playlists, Video

Realm Reality – Grindmode Lifestyle ft Tristate (of Durag Dynasty)

Here's another hard track from Realm Reality. Check out Grindmode Lifestyle featuring Tristate of Durag Dynasty. Related: Realm Reality – Concrete Jazz ft Ea$y Money & Spit Gemz (Audio)... Read more

August 31, 2013 Audio

Ryan Leslie – Green ft Fabolous

Here's a smooth new song from Ryan Leslie featuring Fabolous. Check out Green. Related: Ryan Leslise does 5 Fingers of Death on the Sway in the Morning Show (Video)... Read more

August 31, 2013 Audio

Rhythm Roulette: El-P (Video)

El-P is the latest to participate in Mass Appeal's Rhythm Roulette series where a producer is blindfolded, picks 3 records then makes a beat from the 3. If you like El-P, beat-making, crate digging or just watching talented people at work, this one's for you. Related: Killer Mike & El-P... Read more

August 31, 2013 Video

Busta Rhymes – Chris Lighty ft Bob Marley

It was a year ago today that Hip-Hop lost Chris Lighty, manager to Nas, 50 Cent, Missy Elliott, LL Cool J, Q-Tip, Busta Rhymes and more. Busta Rhymes has released a heartfelt and candid tribute to honor is mentor and friend. Check out Chris Lighty featuring Bob Marley. Related: Chris... Read more

August 31, 2013 Audio

Jay Z and Ron Howard Present: Made in America (Trailer)

Oscar-winning director Ron Howard has done a documentary chronicling the first Made in America festival. The doc features artists like Run-D.M.C., Skrillex, Rita Ora and festival founder Jay Z. Check out the trailer for the film below. Related: Jay Z – Holy Grail ft Justin Timberlake (Video)... Read more

August 30, 2013 Video

Drake Speaks on Kendrick Lamar’s Control Verse (Food for Thought)

Drake broke his silence on Kendrick Lamar's Control verse and has provided the best response yet (IMHO), calm, to the point and brimming with confidence. The way it should be. Check out what he had to say to Billboard below. “I didn’t really have anything to say about it,” Drake... Read more

August 30, 2013 Food for Thought

Terrace Martin – Can’t Help It (Video)

Salute to the King of Pop who would have been 55 today. Here's a pretty awesome cover of Can't Help It by the multi-talented Terrace Martin. Related: DJ Jazzy Jeff - He's the King, I'm the DJ: Michael Jackson Tribute (Mixtape)... Read more

August 29, 2013 Video

Big Boi Interview With Montreality (Video)

With the majority of interviews covering album content, tour information, and current events, it’s always refreshing when the questions dig a little deeper into the artist’s brain. In a recent interview with Montreality, Big Boi of Outkast was asked a more eclectic collection of questions, ranging from the worst thing... Read more

August 29, 2013 Fresh, Video

The Underachievers – Lords of Flatbush (Mixtape)

The Underachievers release an 8-song mixtape, the majority of which pairs a Beast Coast flow with Lex Luger beats. You can listen to and download Lords of Flatbush below. Download Mixtape Related: Pro Era – PEEP: The Aprocalypse (Mixtape)... Read more

August 29, 2013 Mixes

Cam’ron – Welcome to My World

Cam'ron tries on a slow flow over a trap beat on his release from his upcoming album Ghetto Heaven. The sing songy flow masks some deceptively dark lyrics. Check out Welcome to My World. Related: Wiz Khalifa – The Bluff ft Cam’ron (Video)... Read more

August 29, 2013 Audio

Kendrick Lamar Speaks on His Control Verse and Working on a New Album (Audio)

Kendrick Lamar has now spoken at length about his Control verse. He clarifies that the King of New York line was misunderstood, talks of speaking with Diddy and Jay Z about it, discusses his favorite responses, reveals that he's been working on a new album and more. Check out interviews... Read more

August 29, 2013 Audio

Jay Z – Holy Grail ft Justin Timberlake (Video)

Now we know what the picture of Jay Z and Mark Zuckerberg from a few weeks ago was all about. Hov just premiered his visually arresting video for a remixed version of Holy Grail featuring Justin Timberlake. The visuals draw on the infamous climactic scene from Scarface. Check it out... Read more

August 29, 2013 Video

Tech N9ne Backroom Freestyle (Video)

After years of being one of the most underrated in the game, Strange Music’s Tech N9ne appears to be having the best year of his 20-plus-year career. With his latest album Something Else cracking the Top 5 and his shows selling out all around the country amidst his relentless touring... Read more

August 29, 2013 Fresh, Video

Ab-Soul – Dreamin’ ft K-Boy & Tone Trump

For all the negative things we can all say about Twitter, sometimes it's just great. For example, when a producer randomly drops a dope Hip-Hop track on a whim, which is exactly what The Chromatix did yesterday. The track is titled “Dreamin'," is headlined by Black Hippy's Ab-Soul, and also... Read more

August 29, 2013 Audio, Fresh

Fame – #PHUCKYOCOSIGN (Mixtape)

When the first minute of a mixtape features Huey Freeman from The Boondocks going on an obscenity filled tirade, it's likely going to be an interesting ride. After much anticipation, Fame finally drops his debut mixtape, #PHUCKYACOSIGN. The Brooklyn MC wasted no time getting busy on the mic, spitting “know... Read more

August 29, 2013 Fresh, Mixes

Mack Wilds – Own It (Video)

Singer Mack Wilds (aka The Wire's Tristan Wilds) releases the video for his lead single Own It. His upcoming project, New York: A Love Story, features production from Salaam Remi, Havoc, DJ Premier and Pete Rock. Check out the video. Related: Mack (aka Tristan Wilds) – Own It (Audio)... Read more

August 28, 2013 Video

Pusha T – Sweet Serenade ft Chris Brown (Prod. Swizz Beatz)

Pusha T is back with a hypnotic new joint that features Chris Brown on the hook and Swizz Beatz on the track. But make no mistake, Pusha's trademark steely flow and icy lyrics make this song all his. Check out Sweet Serenade. Related: No Malice – Shame The Devil ft... Read more

August 28, 2013 Throwback, Trending Stories

J-Zone On Using Deliberately Using Archaic Production Equipment (Video)

J-Zone's been around for over 15 years, but he's not exactly an old-school artist. Still, deeply influenced by Ultramagnetic MC's, Threat, Tim Dog, C-Bo and others, Jay's knowledge of Hip-Hop (see this 2011 post he's responsible for) and his love of the antiquated ways is deep. In making his return... Read more

August 28, 2013 Fresh, Throwback

Big K.R.I.T. – Just Last Week ft Future

When Big K.R.I.T. dropped his (massively underrated) mixtape King Remembered in Time in the Spring, it featured a snippet of a song with Future. Now, K.R.I.T. releases the full version. Check out Just Last Week. Related: Big KRIT breaks down King Remembered in Time, Track by Track (Video)... Read more

August 28, 2013 Audio

Agallah – Coat Of Arms ft Planet Asia, Tristate & Rasco

After almost 20 years in Hip-Hop, Brooklyn native Agallah is still serving the streets with music that hits straight from the chest. Formerly known as 8-Off the Assassin, the Brownsville MC/producer has come a long way since his EPMD affiliate days, or his Dipset/Purple City days. Agallah recently signed a... Read more

August 28, 2013 Fresh, Video

The Lox – Too Hot (Video)

Less than 24 hours after dropping their new single, The Lox release the video for Too Hot...and it's a spoof of The Hangover. Check out the video. Related: Jadakiss, Styles P & Sheek Louch perform in NYC (Video)... Read more

August 27, 2013 Video

Goodie MOB: The Process (Video)

Goodie MOB discuss recording their first song ever together, the process of making Cell Therapy, lyrical activism and more with Peter Rosenberg. Check out the video. Related: Goodie M.O.B. – Special Education ft Janelle Monae (Video)... Read more

August 27, 2013 Video

Rah Digga – New Hoes

Whoa...Rah Digga JUST WENT IN on the whole twerkin' phenomenon for objectifying and degrading women, particularly young girls (think she was watching the VMAs??). She issues a blistering commentary over the track for Kanye West's New Slaves. Check out New Hoes. Related: Rah Digga – I Heard You Say (Audio)... Read more

August 27, 2013 Audio