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De La Soul interview with OkayPlayer at The Roots Picnic 2012 (Video)

De La Soul interview with OkayPlayer at The Roots Picnic 2012 (Video)

De La Soul. From the soul. Here's a cool interview of Plug 1 and Plug 2 courtesy of OkayPlayer. It features some high-quality footage of De La's performance at this year's Roots Picnic as well as Posdnous and Trugoy discussing working on a new album. Check out the video below.... Read more
June 25, 2012 Video
Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q interview with Karen Civil (Video)

Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q interview with Karen Civil (Video)

Here's a cool interview of Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q by Karen Civil. They discuss what it would take to drop a Black Hippy album, how they decide who gets on what track, why Schoolboy Q is now calling himself Puff Daddy and more. Check out the video below. Related: Ab-Soul... Read more
June 20, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Yuna – Video Playlist and Interview (Video)

Yuna – Video Playlist and Interview (Video)

Yuna is a special artist. I first heard her when she did a haunting cover of Nirvana's Come As You Are. A few weeks ago, I also had the opportunity to hear her sing live and was blown away. Here's a video playlist of some of her performances from Billboard,... Read more
June 19, 2012 Playlists, Video
Nas discusses Life is Good (Video)

Nas discusses Life is Good (Video)

Nas says he's cooked up some magic with Salaam Remi on Life is Good. Apparently, the producer is comparing Nas' album to the feeling he had about The Fugees' The Score and Amy Winehouse's Back to Black--both classics he produced. Check out what else Nas had to say and have... Read more
June 18, 2012 Video
Rakim interview with Montreality (Video)

Rakim interview with Montreality (Video)

We celebrated the career of Rakim last week with a playlist of some of his many classics. Here's a 20-minute interview of The R that touches on a number of subjects including MCs of today that he's feeling, his top 5 MCs of all time, his biggest fear, what he... Read more
June 18, 2012 Video
Ice-T discusses Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap (Video)

Ice-T discusses Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap (Video)

Ice-T dropped a bunch of incredible freestyles from the likes of Eminem, Redman, Lord Finesse, Nas and more leading up to the premiere of his documentary Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap. The film hit theaters today. Here's an interview of the OG Ice-T discussing the movie. Check out... Read more
June 15, 2012 Food for Thought, The Bridge, Throwback, Video
Here’s XV’s latest mixtape, Popular Culture, and an in-depth interview exploring his earliest musical influences. Check out both below.

Here’s XV’s latest mixtape, Popular Culture, and an in-depth interview exploring his earliest musical influences. Check out both below.

XV dropped his new mixtape Popular Culture today. With strong beats and substantive lyrics, it's a great weekend listen. You can listen to the whole thing and download it below, as well as watch our interview where he discusses his earliest musical influences. Related: XV - Zero Heroes (Mixtape) Download... Read more
June 15, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought, Mixes, Video
Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Milll, Stalley, Gunplay & Kendrick Lamar – Power Circle + Kendrick Lamar Legend in the Making Interview (Video)

Rick Ross, Wale, Meek Milll, Stalley, Gunplay & Kendrick Lamar – Power Circle + Kendrick Lamar Legend in the Making Interview (Video)

Kendrick Lamar joins Stalley, Meek Mill, Wale, Gunplay and Rick Ross on the MMG posse cut, Gun Play. Kendrick takes the clean up slot and, as usual, he bodies it. Also, here's a cool interview of K. Dot by Hypetrak. He discusses what it was like performing in front of... Read more
June 15, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought, Video
Eve – Reebok Classics Mini-Documentary (Video)

Eve – Reebok Classics Mini-Documentary (Video)

Here's a dope mini-documentary about Eve, the first lady of Ruff Ryders, from Reebok Classics. Check it out below. Related: Playlist dedicated to women in hip-hop (Audio) and full version of My Mic Sounds Nice, BET's documentary on women in hip-hop (Video)... Read more
June 13, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Big K.R.I.T. – Thank You Kindly (Audio) and Interview (Video)

Big K.R.I.T. – Thank You Kindly (Audio) and Interview (Video)

It's a big day for Big K.R.I.T. His Live From the Underground album debuted at #4 on the charts. Here's a video of him discussing the album as well as a new song he released to thank his team and fans for the support. Check out Thank You Kindly and... Read more
June 13, 2012 Audio
Talib Kweli – The “It’s the Real” interview (Video)

Talib Kweli – The “It’s the Real” interview (Video)

Here's an interview of Talib Kweli by the It's the Real crew. Comedy ensues. Check out the video. Related: Talib Kweli performs a new song and a tribute to The Beastie Boys' MCA (Video)... Read more
June 12, 2012 Video
Here’s Joey Bada$$ new 1999 mixtape and an interview that gives some insight into this artist on the rise (Mixtape & Interview)

Here’s Joey Bada$$ new 1999 mixtape and an interview that gives some insight into this artist on the rise (Mixtape & Interview)

Joey Bada$$ just dropped his new mixtape 1999. As you listen to the music, get to know the man behind it. We recently had the opportunity to Chop It Up with Joey. He spoke about the origin of his Pro Era crew, how long he's been rapping, how he balances... Read more
June 12, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought, Mixes, Video
Kendrick Lamar and Ab-Soul Rap on DJ Green Lantern’s Invasion Radio Show (Video)

Kendrick Lamar and Ab-Soul Rap on DJ Green Lantern’s Invasion Radio Show (Video)

Kendrick Lamar and Ab-Soul crush the mic on DJ Green Lantern's radio show. They go in on the beat for Nas' Daughters no less. Check out the video of their verses and an interview of them where they discuss Slaughterhouse, West Coast MCs and more below. Related: Ab-Soul - Black... Read more
June 11, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Nas – The Life Files Interview Pt 2 (Video)

Nas – The Life Files Interview Pt 2 (Video)

Here's part 2 of Nas' interview with The Life Files. He talks about the current state of hip-hop on the radio, the prodigious talent of Lauryn Hill and even discusses President Obama. Check it out below. Related: Nas - The Life Files Interview Pt 1 (Video)... Read more
June 11, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Nas speaks on his album, the Daughters video and more (Video)

Nas speaks on his album, the Daughters video and more (Video)

As the release of Nas' Life Is Good album approaches, he's doing more interviews. Here's a good one from The Life Files. He discusses the album, his daughters video, recent criticism of Nicki Minaj and more. Check it out below. Related: Nas - Life is Good Album Promo (Video)... Read more
June 7, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Pete Rock discusses Mecca and the Soul Brother 20 years after its release (Video)

Pete Rock discusses Mecca and the Soul Brother 20 years after its release (Video)

Wow. It's been 20 years since Pete Rock & CL Smooth's landmark album Mecca and the Soul Brother dropped. Here's an interview of Pete Rock reminiscing over one of the best rap albums of all time. Related: Pete Rock talks about his vinyl collection (Video)... Read more
June 7, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Curren$y – Jet Life ft Wiz Khalifa & Big K.R.I.T. + Curren$y vs Nardwaur (Pt. 3) (Video)

Curren$y – Jet Life ft Wiz Khalifa & Big K.R.I.T. + Curren$y vs Nardwaur (Pt. 3) (Video)

Here's a Curren$y double play. Check out his new song Jet Life featuring Wiz Khalifa and Big K.R.I.T., as well as his latest interview with Nardwaur. Related: Curren$y - Capitol featuring 2 Chainz Jet Life ft Wiz Khalifa & Big K.R.I.T. Curren$y vs Nardwaur (Pt. 3)... Read more
May 29, 2012 Audio, Video
After more than a decade away, D’Angelo is poised to make a major comeback. GQ got the first in-depth interview with one of this generation’s greatest soul singers. Check out the article below.

After more than a decade away, D’Angelo is poised to make a major comeback. GQ got the first in-depth interview with one of this generation’s greatest soul singers. Check out the article below.

click here to read the whole thing.  Related:  D'Angelo - Live (Mixtape) Here's the intro: "He was once hailed as the next Marvin Gaye. Then, after his ripped body threatened to overshadow his music, he vanished into addiction. So what the hell was he doing recently singing his heart out... Read more
May 29, 2012 Food for Thought
Rapper Big Pooh Interview (Video)

Rapper Big Pooh Interview (Video)

The folks over at 2DBZ sat down with Rapper Big Pooh. He talked extensively about working with Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul and Jay Rock as well as about what's it's like to now be an "OG" in hip-hop. Check out the video below. Related: Rapper Big Pooh performs Nobody Like Me... Read more
May 26, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Slaughterhouse interview on the Tim Westwood Show (Video)

Slaughterhouse interview on the Tim Westwood Show (Video)

Slaughterhouse recently smashed the Tim Westwood Show with some blazing hot verses over the tracks for Stay Schemin' and I'm a Boss. Here's a video of the extended interview of Slaughterhouse by Tim Westwood that also took place that day. Check it out below. Related: Slaughterhouse Freestyle on the Tim... Read more
May 26, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
J. Cole interview with DJ Drama (Video)

J. Cole interview with DJ Drama (Video)

Here's an extended interview of J. Cole by DJ Drama. He talks about the Diggy issue (there is none), his album with Kendrick Lamar, his new solo album, the pros and cons of putting out free music and more. Related: J. Cole - Grew Up Fast... Read more
May 25, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Nas interview with Complex (Video)

Nas interview with Complex (Video)

Here's a cool interview of Nas by Complex (they are winning today). He discusses life in NYC, how he got the name Nasty Nas, the meaning behind the title of his new album Life Is Good and more. Check it out below. Related: Cocaine 80s - Chain Glow featuring Nas... Read more
May 23, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Large Professor Breaks Down His Classic Records

Large Professor Breaks Down His Classic Records

Complex has a dope series where they interview legendary producers about the stories behind their classic tracks. The latest installment is with Large Professor. Check out what Extra P had to say about producing for Main Source, Nas and more here. Also, check out our playlist of tracks produced by... Read more
May 23, 2012 Food for Thought
9th Wonder Interview (Video)

9th Wonder Interview (Video)

Here's some food for your dome. The mighty 9th Wonder speaks on several topics including the importance of knowing hip-hop history, working with Murs on several projects, mainstream vs underground, working with Wale and Lil B and more. Check out the video below. Related: Phonte and 9th Wonder Interview (Audio)... Read more
May 22, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Here’s a cool look at a day in the life of Questlove that was produced by Hulu. Check it out below (Video)

Here’s a cool look at a day in the life of Questlove that was produced by Hulu. Check it out below (Video)

Props: 2DBZ Related: Best of The Legendary Roots Crew (Playlist)... Read more
May 20, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Kendrick Lamar interview with the Bay Area’s Wild 94.9 (Video)

Kendrick Lamar interview with the Bay Area’s Wild 94.9 (Video)

Here's an excellent interview of Kendrick Lamar by the Bay Area' Wild 94.9's. He talks about his name change, his thoughts on the 2Pac hologram, his pet peeves, his top 5 MCs (dead or alive), whether or not he smokes, whether or not he would do Oprah and more. Check... Read more
May 16, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Murs interviews DJ Quik (Video)

Murs interviews DJ Quik (Video)

Last week, Murs released a hilarious conversation between him and Kendrick Lamar. This week, he lets loose a conversation he had with DJ Quik. They chop it up about their favorite Eazy-E songs, Murs' dreds, the literal genius of DJ Quik and more. It's a classic convo from 2 West... Read more
May 14, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Pusha T interview (Video)

Pusha T interview (Video)

Here's another lengthy interview. This one is of Pusha T. He speaks about a new Clipse album, taking up acting and his dream role, the role of religion in Malice's life, making the G.O.O.D. Music album and more. Check out the video below. Related: Kanye West - Mercy featuring Big... Read more
May 13, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
J. Cole interview with Bootleg Kev

J. Cole interview with Bootleg Kev

Here's an extended interview of J. Cole. He discusses being left off the MTV Hottest MCs in the Game list, lamenting not selling his past mixtapes, why he's no longer on Twitter and...the joint album he's working on with Kendrick Lamar. Check it out below. Related: What if Reasonable Doubt... Read more
May 13, 2012 Food for Thought
Ab-Soul’s Control System album is in stores now. Here’s an exclusive interview where he speaks on his earliest musical influences and his journey to the world of hip-hop (Video)

Ab-Soul’s Control System album is in stores now. Here’s an exclusive interview where he speaks on his earliest musical influences and his journey to the world of hip-hop (Video)

Ab-Soul's new album Control System dropped today (click here to buy it and show your love for good hip-hop). As you get to know the knew music, here's a look at the man behind it. Like his name suggests, Ab-Soul is not easily defined. His diversity shows in his music... Read more
May 11, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
A candid conversation with Schoolboy Q (Video)

A candid conversation with Schoolboy Q (Video)

Here's a really good interview of Schoolboy Q. He talks about the Lakers, signing with Interscope, the circumstances under which a Black Hippy album would happen and the reasons why he quit sipping Lean. Real talk. Check out the video below. Props to Good Fella Media. Related: Schoolboy Q -... Read more
May 11, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Phife Dawg Speaks to The Come Up Show (Video)

Phife Dawg Speaks to The Come Up Show (Video)

Here's a cool interview of Phife Dawg from A Tribe Called Quest. He speaks on the Beats, Rhymes & Life documentary, Nas role in spearheading the documentary, Q-Tip's personality and more. Check out the video below. Related: Beats, Rhymes & Mixes - A playlist inspired by the ATCQ documentary... Read more
May 6, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
An evening in Paris with Talib Kweli (Video)

An evening in Paris with Talib Kweli (Video)

Here's a very cool interview of Talib Kweli. It has some gems about how he prepares for and executes his shows and contains scenic footage of Paris, where the interview was conducted. Check it out below. Related: Talib Kweli presents Black Star Live (Video)... Read more
May 3, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Here’s an incredibly entertaining conversation between Murs and Kendrick Lamar, two of the best MCs in the game from Cali or any other locale. Check out the video below.

Here’s an incredibly entertaining conversation between Murs and Kendrick Lamar, two of the best MCs in the game from Cali or any other locale. Check out the video below.

Salute to Murs TV. Also, check out our interviews of Murs and Kendrick Lamar below. Related: 9th Wonder - Enjoy ft Warren G, Murs & Kendrick Lamar Where It All Began: Kendrick Lamar http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=VUmjTCR7K98 Where It All Began: Murs http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=wWz_NcYGSS4... Read more
May 2, 2012 Video
Erick Sermon Tells Classic Stories to Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg

Erick Sermon Tells Classic Stories to Cipha Sounds and Rosenberg

Erick Sermon recently sat down and talked with Peter Rosenberg and Cipha Sounds about Redman, Keith Murray, Dr. Dre, dollars, missing out on the opportunity to sign Biggie and Wu-Tang and a bunch of other topics. Check out the full video interview below. Related: Erick Sermon tells the stories behind... Read more
April 23, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Phonte and 9th Wonder interview on The Come Up Show (Audio)

Phonte and 9th Wonder interview on The Come Up Show (Audio)

Here's an interview of 9th Wonder and Phonte by The Come Up Show. 9th talks about being a professor, his legacy and more. Phonte talks about not selling out, his moral compass and more. Real talk from some real legends. Listen to the whole interview below. Related: Playlist of music... Read more
April 23, 2012 Audio, Food for Thought
Previously unreleased interview of The Notorious BIG on the set of the video for The Warning (Video)

Previously unreleased interview of The Notorious BIG on the set of the video for The Warning (Video)

It's been a big week for hip-hop and it just got bigger. The week kicked off with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg including a mind-blowing hologram of 2Pac in their set and now here's a previously unreleased interview of The Notorious BIG (and he discusses the change from Biggie Smalls)... Read more
April 18, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Kendrick Lamar speaks with Hima of Das Racist about an assortment of random (but funny) ish (Video)

Kendrick Lamar speaks with Hima of Das Racist about an assortment of random (but funny) ish (Video)

Here's a hilarious interview between Kendrick Lamar and Hima from Das Racist. They talk about everything from characters on Home Improvement to trying to honorary members of Black Hippy and a number of other bugged out topics. It definitely shows a different side to K. Dot. Check it out below.... Read more
April 13, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
RZA speaks on his career and the history of hip-hop (Video)

RZA speaks on his career and the history of hip-hop (Video)

Here's a super dope interview of RZA. It's incredibly well shot, includes a ton of classic photos of hip-hop legends and features the RZA speaking philosophically about his life, his music history, Wu-Tang Clan, the impact of hip-hop culture and much more. This a must for Wu fans and any... Read more
April 12, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Q-Tip speaks on his signing to GOOD Music (Audio)

Q-Tip speaks on his signing to GOOD Music (Audio)

Word broke yesterday that Q-Tip signed to Kanye West's GOOD Music. Q-Tip spoke to Peter Rosenberg at length about the move, what to expect from his upcoming album and more. Hear what the man himself had to say about it below. Related: Q-Tip - Black Fist Friday Mixtape http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsT5uZTuYSM... Read more
April 12, 2012 Audio
Slaughterhouse Tour Episode. 4 (Joe Budden Arrested) (Video)

Slaughterhouse Tour Episode. 4 (Joe Budden Arrested) (Video)

Slaughterhouse has been releasing a cool series of videos chronicling their latest tour. Here's installment #4 which addresses their recent show in NYC where Joe Budden was arrested. Joell Ortiz provides some comic relief about the arrest as well as some behind the scenes commentary on the show. Check it... Read more
April 10, 2012 Video
We caught up with Stalley and chopped it up about his new mixtape Savage Journey to the American Dream, the meaning behind the title, his patriotism, what it was like working with Chad Hugo from the Neptunes and more (Video)

We caught up with Stalley and chopped it up about his new mixtape Savage Journey to the American Dream, the meaning behind the title, his patriotism, what it was like working with Chad Hugo from the Neptunes and more (Video)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKFzSX2YlFM Also, check out Stalley's 5 Fingers of Death on the Sway in the Morning show, where he flowed over 5 different beats. Previously: Stalley - Savage Journey to the American Dream (Mixtape)... Read more
April 10, 2012 Video
We caught up with Kendrick Lamar and chopped it up about his tour with Drake, being signed to Interscope Records, staying true to himself musically and what to expect from his new album (Video)

We caught up with Kendrick Lamar and chopped it up about his tour with Drake, being signed to Interscope Records, staying true to himself musically and what to expect from his new album (Video)

Also, check out Kendrick's performance of The Recipe, his new single with Dr. Dre, and an interview with Whoo Kid where Kendrick discusses the 30 tracks he's recorded with Dre, Detox, the TDE family, recording with Nas and more below. Related: Schoolboy Q interview (Video) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxbIG9oos0s Here's the Whoo Kid... Read more
April 9, 2012 Video
We chopped it up with Schoolboy Q about the meaning behind the name Black Hippy, how he Kendrcik Lamar, Jay Rock and Ab-Soul compete to make each other better, the tragedy that inspired Blessed, making records about real life ish, weak rappers, his respect for Nas, 2Pac and Eminem and much much more.

We chopped it up with Schoolboy Q about the meaning behind the name Black Hippy, how he Kendrcik Lamar, Jay Rock and Ab-Soul compete to make each other better, the tragedy that inspired Blessed, making records about real life ish, weak rappers, his respect for Nas, 2Pac and Eminem and much much more.

Check out the interview and the blazing hot verses he spit on the Brainstorm beat Cardo did for Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Allerdice mixtape below. Previously: A Day in the Life of Schoolboy Q http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-px5HCRJQEw... Read more
March 29, 2012 Audio, Video
Here’s an in-depth interview of Nas that was done by Peter Rosenberg at SXSW. Nas talks about his favorite MCs, speaking with Michael Jackson, working with Damien Marley and more (Video)

Here’s an in-depth interview of Nas that was done by Peter Rosenberg at SXSW. Nas talks about his favorite MCs, speaking with Michael Jackson, working with Damien Marley and more (Video)

Peter Rosenberg has a dope series called Noisemakers where he sits down with hip-hop legends and has an in-depth conversation with them about their entire career. He's done this with Diddy, ?uestlove, Bun B and more. His latest convo was with Nas and they spoke about everything from working with... Read more
March 29, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
RapFix Live ft Nas, Bun B, Killer Mike and Prodigy (Live Stream)

RapFix Live ft Nas, Bun B, Killer Mike and Prodigy (Live Stream)

Nas will be on RapFix Live today to chop it up with Sway about his upcoming album, Life Is Good. Bun B is currently on and Killer Mike and Prodigy will join later. All 4 MCs will also discuss the Trayvon Martin tragedy. Click below to watch the live stream... Read more
March 28, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Joey Bada$$ & The Pro-Era speak with VICE (Video)

Joey Bada$$ & The Pro-Era speak with VICE (Video)

Here's a tight piece that VICE did on Joey Bada$$ and his Pro-Era crew. If you're not familiar with Joey Bada$$ yet this is a great look at an MC who has the chops to be in the game for several years. Once you've seen the video, check out Joey's... Read more
March 28, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Kendrick Lamar Speaks With Carson Daly + A Day in the Life of Schoolboy Q (Video)

Kendrick Lamar Speaks With Carson Daly + A Day in the Life of Schoolboy Q (Video)

Here are a couple of dope videos featuring 2 of the Black Hippy crew. First is an engaging conversation between Kendrick Lamar and Carson Daly and the other piece is a short film chronicling a day in the life of Schoolboy Q when he recently performed in NYC. Check out... Read more
March 27, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
We sat down with Big K.R.I.T. and talked about what it takes to succeed not only in music but in life. Ultimately, it’s about GRIT. See what K.R.I.T. had to say, in his words (Video).

We sat down with Big K.R.I.T. and talked about what it takes to succeed not only in music but in life. Ultimately, it’s about GRIT. See what K.R.I.T. had to say, in his words (Video).

Think Big K.R.I.T. has been rapping for just a few years? Think again. He's been putting in work since 1999...and it ain't been easy. Previously: Big K.R.I.T. talks about his earliest musical influences (Video) Props: Cinematic Music Group... Read more
March 26, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
Nardwaur vs. Kendrick Lamar (Video)

Nardwaur vs. Kendrick Lamar (Video)

Here's another Nardwaur interview from SXSW and this one features Kendrick Lamar. Kendrick speaks on how he met Dr. Dre, Compton's Most Wanted, King Tee, WC and the Maad Circle and several other West Coast legends. Check it out below. Previously: Nardwaur vs. Action Bronson + Nardwaur vs. A$AP Rocky... Read more
March 23, 2012 Food for Thought, Video
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