As we close in on the release of Kanye West’s next album, Tim Westwood unearths a freestyle from back in 2004 where the Chicago emcee/producer rhymed over “Slow Jamz” & “Change Clothes.” You may be familiar with the verses that he spits from spots he did with Slum Village, Dilated Peoples, Talib Kweli and Jadakiss but it’s dope to see nonetheless.
After dropping the video for “42 (Forty Deuce)”, Your Old Droog drops by the “Real Late With Peter Rosenberg” show and discusses the single before slaying the mic.
Styles P drops a mini movie on our heads that features the songs “Money Change You” and “My Party” (featuring Jadakiss) that fit into his narrative of partying, the setup and ultimately, the come up.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of DJ Big Kap (real name: Keith Carter) at the age of 45. Known for being a very influential in the New York Hip Hop scene, Big Kap may best be known by mainstream audiences for his collaborative album with Funkmaster Flex The Tunnel back in 1999.
Kap was scheduled to perform today (February 3). Details surrounding his death are unclear at the moment.
His death is being mourned throughout the hip hop community.
Rest In Power Big Kap!
You can check out this interview with Big Kap on This Is 50 where he discusses deejaying for The Notorious B.I.G.
Usher continues to tackle social injustice with his latest video for “Chains” that features Nas and Bibi Bourelly.
“‘Chains’ is my way of spreading light on the issues we face in our social injustice system. As artists we have to use our platform to spread awareness and inspire action. Please visit chainshub.org and @sankofadotorg to learn how you can get involved and build a more effective social movement.” – Usher
Your Old Droog drops the visuals for the joint paying homage to Times Square and the many staples of the New York City centerpiece.
Action Bronson’s YouTube show that found him traversing the country in search of the finest food is now hitting television on the Viceland channel.
F*ck, That’s Delicious chronicles the life and eating habits of rap/s greatest bon vivant, Action Bronson. With the help of his friends and collaborators Meyhem Lauren and Big Body Bes, Action shows us that life is to be enjoyed as much as possible.
Soundtrack: The Story of the DJ is a documentary about the history of DJing. While certain films have chronicled niche aspects of DJing, “Soundtrack” will take viewers through the evolution of radio DJs, turntablists, DJ producers, DJs as part of hip-hop groups, DJs controlling the main stages at some of the world’s biggest festivals and more. Featuring the likes of DJ A-Trak, DJ Premier, DJ Q-Bert, DJ Z-Trip and more, take a look at the first official trailer now.
Learn more about the film, support and follow the progress at The DJ Documentary.
With the release of the live version of J. Cole’s Forest Hills Drive album, the North Carolina emcee drops a new set of visuals to accompany the song “Love Yourz.”
KXNG Crooked heads to Tony Touch’s Toca Tuesdays and proceeds to absolutely annihilated the microphone with a freestyle. Goodness.