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Bun B Talks About Carrying Rap-A-Lot's Torch, Working With DJ Premier
Exclusive: Bun says that he feels he has J. Prince's label on his back right now, and hints that he and Premo may continue breaking barriers in the future.
Foreign Exchange Prepares Third Album, "Authenticity" For October
The Grammy-nominated duo of Phonte and Nicolay ready their third album, featuring Median, YahZarah and Jesse Boykins III.
Fabolous, Ryan Leslie, D-Nice Assist Free Heineken Inspire Event
Heineken offers exclusive tickets to L.A. residents who want to see Fab, D-Nice, The Holdsteady, Ryan Leslie, and Pete Wentz.
Black C (of RBL Posse) - 70's Baby
As you listen to his stories, and hear the energy in his voice, it's quite apparent that this Rap survivor is not far removed from the world that delivered him.
The Jacka & Laroo Speak On "Blood Shot Eyez" Video, New Album
Exclusive: The Bay Area duo explained their video to DX, that featured a violent depiction of the fast-life gone terribly wrong.
DX News Bits: B.o.B., Yelawolf, Voter Registation, Mafia II
A contest offers two Florida residents B.o.B. & Yelawolf tickets plus a jacket, while gamers can see the first hour of "Mafia II" today.
Daz Dillinger Talks Tha Dogg Pound's "100 Wayz," Rock The Bells With Snoop Dogg
Exclusive: Daz said that the new Death Row Records handing him a six-figure check prompted him, Kurupt and Soopafly to make this new album, "100 Wayz."
Ghostface Killah's "Ironman" To Be Re-released On 2LP With Replica Poster
Exclusive: The same Get On Down imprint that's releasing Common's "Resurrection" box-set has a 2LP package coming with Tony Starks', Rae & Cappa's '96 gem.
Norah Jones To Release Album Featuring Q-Tip, Talib Kweli, Outkast
Songs originally on "Eardrum," "The Love Below" and "The Renaissance" will appear on the Grammy winner's upcoming collaboration collection.
Bun B Describes Relationship With 2Pac, Why Pharrell Tracks Did Not Make "Trill O.G."
Exclusive: The Trill O.G. says that Scarface helped make 'Pac a fan of UGK, and how his two "incredible" records with Pharrell might make more sense next time.
Tanya Morgan's Von Pea Recalls Childhood On Solo Debut
"Pea's Gotta Have It" plays off the title from the 1986 Spike Lee film, and the rapper recalls his teen experience for his latest solo.
C-Bo & Yukmouth Reform Thug Lordz, To Release "Thug Money"
Two northwest veterans are back at it with "Thug Money" featuring Tha Jacka, Eastwood, Regime's Tha Realest and Ampichino.
Fat Beats To Close New York & Los Angeles Retail Locations
The legendary one-stop for Rap vinyl and CD consumers is closing its doors, and moving to online.
Ludacris, Erykah Badu Appear On David Banner & 9th Wonder's "Death of A Pop Star"
The tracklisting and guests are revealed for the November 9, Mississippi and North Carolina link.
Snoop Dogg, Redman, Raekwon Work On Faith Evans' First Album In Five Years
Faith moves to E1 for her fifth album, "Something About Faith," and links with a funk doctor, a chef and Tha Doggfather.
Nottz Explains "You Need This Music" Album, Work With Jean Grae
Exclusive: Nottz talks about the trademark basslines he's bringing to his October LP, producing Rah Digga's return, and says he and Jean Grae have a surprise.
D-Loc Offers "Made For Kings" For Free Stream, Announces Tour
The Kottonmouth Kings member works with Tha Dogg Pound's Kurupt on new album, and reveals tour dates.
Tech N9ne Reveals That Jay Rock Near Signing With Strange Music
Exclusive: The Strange Music co-founder says that he was impressed with Jay Rock's dedication and his live show, and nearly has the artist inked out of Warner.
K'Naan Announces Headlining October Tour
The acclaimed emcee has struck a #1 hit in 15 countries with "Wavin' Flag," now he kicks off a tour that starts in Philadelphia and ends in Seattle.
G-Unit Records Teams With EMI, Lloyd Banks & Tony Yayo Secure Deals
UPDATE: Lloyd Banks' "Hunger For More 2" is expected November 23, teams with former Murder Inc. singer Lloyd for second single "Any Girl."
Tech N9ne: Someone To Believe In
Tech explains what Lil Wayne's desire to collab means to him and fans. He talks a past Eminem-intended track, and reveals that Jay Rock and Strange may pair.
