Justin Hunte
987 itemsJustin Hunte is Brand Ambassador of HipHopDX and hosts The Breakdown and #DXLive. A former Editor-in-Chief of DX, Hunte’s been featured on Revolt TV’s “Revolt Live” and the AllOutShow on SiriusXM, as well as in Billboard magazine, digital campaigns for Lexus, Honda, Brisk, and Simple Mobile. Prior to joining HipHopDX, Hunte spent 5 years working in investment banking at Banc Of America/Merrill Lynch and has covered music, politics, and culture for numerous publications. He is currently based in Los Angeles, California. @TheCompanyMan on all socials.
Immortal Technique Reacts To Jay Z's Civil Rights Comments, Preps Nationwide Tour
In an exclusive conversation with HipHopDX, Immortal Technique explains why "saying that if you talk about racism then you’re gonna cause racism is absurd.”
Dave New York Recalls Potential J. Dilla & Dr. Dre Collaboration
J Dilla's longtime friend says that Bishop Lamont attempted to bring the two legendary producers together.
Marion "Suge" Knight Suspect In Hit-And-Run That Killed Friend
Lawyers confirm to HipHopDX that Suge Knight was involved in a hit-and-run that killed his friend, Terry Carter following an altercation on a film set in Compton, California.
Tech N9ne Tackles Social Injustice On "Aw Yeah?" (interVENTion)
In this exclusive conversation with HipHopDX, Tech N9ne details the specific meanings behind references to Mike Brown, Boko Haram, Bill Cosby, and O.T. Genasis’ “Coco”.
The Cash Money Records Breakdown
Did Birdman make the right decision by shelving Lil Wayne's "Tha Carter V"? HipHopDX investigates.
1st Annual Dilla Day L.A. Announced
The 1st Annual Dilla Day LA celebrates the life of J. Dilla and will feature performances by Elzhi, Bishop Lamont, J Rocc, Guilty Simpson, Frank Nitt, and more.
Whether Lupe Fiasco's latest is better than "The Cool" or worse than "Food & Liquor" is a distraction. "Tetsuo & Youth" deserves its own exalted podium.
Take a listen to this epic collaboration off of Lupe Fiasco's "Tetsuo & Youth."
"A Bronx Tale" Actor Lillo Brancato Recalls Meeting Tupac & Biggie
Brancato also elaborates on the origins of his drug addiction in this HipHopWired interview.
Eazy-E & Bone thugs-n-harmony 1994 Studio Session Uneartherd
Shout out to SKeyeland Enterprises for releasing this vintage footage of Eazy-E and Bone thugs-n-harmony.
Hodgy Beats Details MellowHype Status, Bishop Lamont Recalls Meeting Dr. Dre
Those are the day’s most interesting Hip Hop headlines.
Homeboy Sandman - "America The Beautiful"
"We are the 99% locally / We are the 1% globally," Boy Sand delivers. There's a lot to criticize about America, but there's a lot to be thankful for as well. "Hallways" available now.
J. Period Says Nas Inspired Idea To Merge Interviews & Music, Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary
10 years ago, J. Period revolutionized the modern mixtape by merging interviews and music. Here, he details Nas' inspiration, working on "Take It Easy" with Fugees, and his most controversial mixtape.
2 Chainz & Nancy Grace Debate Marijuana Legislation
2 Chainz and Nancy Grace spar over the case of Michael Blevins, a 19-year old Ohio man who was caught videotaping himself forcing his 18-month old niece to smoke weed.
Funk Volume CEO Damien Ritter Announces Funk Volume Fitness
"I think it’s going to be dope once we’re able to create the community, create some energy around it and people and actually see what it is," FV CEO, Damien Ritter, says. "I think we’ll be able to change some lives.”
Malia Obama’s Pro Era T-Shirt, Mistah F.A.B. Details Upcoming Arsonal Battle
Also discussed, can Kendrick Lamar's upcoming solo album surpass "Good Kid, m.A.A.d. City."
Snoop Dogg Surprises Tyrese With Strippers For His Birthday During "Dumb Shit" Video Shoot
Take a peak behind the scenes of Tyrese and Snoop Dogg's latest video shoot. "Black Rose" coming May 5.
Chill Moody - BET Backroom Freestyle
"Hard work beats talent," Chill Moody raps. "Especially when talent is hardly working."
Rawcus: Everything You Need To Know About The Masked-Rapper Who Made "White People Crazy"
Rawcus details the origins of his alter ego, the controversy behind "White People Crazy" and being influenced by Jeezy.
Hip Hop Album Sales Plummet, Joey Bada$$' Arrest Update
Also, in a DX Daily Exclusive, Pro Era emcee-producer, Chuck Strangers details Joey Bada$$’ upcoming, "B4.Da.$$."
Rawcus - "Snapchat Me Dem Titties"
HipHopDX Premiere! Masked-rapper Rawcus delivers this ode to the most ubiquitous Snapchat request.
