The Brooklyn sensation Bobby Shmurda created the Shmoney Dance and everyone’s doing it. Flatbush bred this charismatic performer and his appearances hint he’s ready for more acclaim and soon. Watch the full interview after the jump.
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The Underachievers dropped off this trailer in anticipation of a new video. Preview after the jump.
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This party anthem questions the darker side of the high life. It seems like Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q will forever be the id to Kendrick’s ego. Mac Miller joins in with weekend amnesia and severe dissociation. More importantly, who getting that money? And how quickly can they spend it? Video after the jump.
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In this tribute to a fading star, Spike Lee, Jay Z, Action Bronson, Skylar Diggins and more tip their hats to New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter. It’s a slow spot without being somber. And New York figures past and present make appearances. Video after the jump.
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eLZhi blazes the booth on 106th and Park. This is a rare appearance above ground for the Detroit lyricist who plans to release an independent album in the near future. Video after the jump.
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Wiz Khalifa got his release date a few weeks ago. Click the jump for all the songs on Blacc Hollywood.
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New joint from Mr. Veggies and King Chip on a drippy saxophone track that sounds like eighties homage meets sitcom camp. Chip and Casey create real chemistry on their paired verses. From the The Sparks Foundation’ Forever Madness The Randy Savage EP. Hat tip to NahRight. Stream after the jump.
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On Saturday night July 12th in the summer of the two thousand and fourteenth year Joe Budden signed himself up for a roast. Then he got heckled, and quit. An event named Total Slaughter showcased a battle rap legend, Hollow Da Don, throwing bars at the reality television artist in a bid for internet notoriety. Video after the jump.
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Jay Electronica has been hinting at a big announcement during his performance at the Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival. He’s added all of his music to a long-abandoned SoundCloud page. He’s been on Twitter again, ranting, after a lengthy absence. AND HE BROUGHT OUT JAY Z FOR HIS PERFORMANCE! Might this be the release that defines his elusive career? Watch after the jump.
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Tens of thousands of UK fans got this gift last night. Eminem paused in the middle of an electric set to bring out his mentor Doctor Dre. Watch hip hop’s billionaire make the crowd explode. Video after the jump.
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Just days after a heated exchange with label-mate Wale, South Philly rapper Meek Mill has been sentenced to jail time. Story after the jump.
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This is a gem from the homey Cavalier, the Brooklyn chief whose collaborations with producers Quelle Chris and Iman Omari have gained him solid backing after years in the trenches. “Ink” paints a picture of the young emcee’s journey with a focus on hard lessons and gloomy glimpses. Iman Omari’s production really sings here though, giving voice and texture to this grainy photo album of classic nostalgia.
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From the Noisey/Vice mixtape, here’s a heater from Gangsta Gibbs and company. Listen after the jump.
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Smooth rap & b track from Totem featuring guest verses from Kinetic and One Love. Something to put on for your boo on a weekend night. We’ll take it. Listen after the break.
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Gucci Mane protégé, Young Thug, carries on the scorching mixtape run by his label founder Guwop. He gets a few assists from Quavo of Migos and production from Metro Boomin. Listen after the jump.
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