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.
DJ Mustard Details Mistah F.A.B. Fight, Upcoming Lil Boosie Collaboration
Exclusive: DJ Mustard on Mistah F.A.B. fight: "What I look like fighting? I've a million-plus dollars. I'm a millionaire now so I ain't really worried about fighting."
Ice Cube On Working With The Bomb Squad: "I Was Lucky"
Ice Cube recalls collaborating with Public Enemy-producers, The Bomb Squad on his 1990 debut album "AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted."
Lil Debbie On White Girl Mob: "We Were Pioneers"
Lil Debbie also explains how RiFF RAFF was instrumental in her decision to become a rapper.
Lil Boosie On Incarceration: "Jeezy Held Me Down The Most"
During an interview on SKEE Live, the Louisianan also says prison will make him a better person because he learned that "niggas and women ain't loyal."
9th Wonder Hosting LRG "BriLLiant Youth" Listening Event In Los Angeles
Exclusive: LRG's "BriLLiant Youth" EP features Bishop Nehru, Dizzy Wright, Khrysis, Big Remo and ADD-2.
Skeme Reveals Kendrick Lamar, Young Thug Slated For "Play Dirty, Stay Dirty"
Exclusive: Skeme says T.I., Game, and Eric Bellinger submitted verses for his next release. He also reflects on "Pistols & Palm Trees."
Dr. Dre's "Billionaire" Comments Could Complicate Apple's Purchase of Beats Electronics
Exclusive: HipHopDX spoke with Mergers & Acquisitions expert, Corey Davis about whether Dr. Dre broke confidentiality agreements between Beats Electronics and Apple by alluding to being "the first billionaire in Hip Hop."
XXL Editor-in-Chief Vanessa Satten Explains Rapsody's Exclusion From 2014 Freshman Class
Exclusive: Vanessa Satten says that XXL is not "trying to fill any quotas" when compiling it's signature cover and that those not selected should hopefully feel inspired to prove its staff wrong.
Stat Quo Says Production On 50 Cent's "Get Rich Or Die Tryin'" Originally For Rakim
The former Shady/Aftermath emcee also explains why Slaughterhouse hasn't sold millions of records, reflects on recording Eminem's "Spend Some Time," reconciling with Dr. Dre, and firing his mother.
Ty Dolla $ign Says He Expects Taylor Gang Project In 2014
Exclusive: The Atlantic Records-artist also discusses the botched roll out of his single, "All Star," as well as his collaboration with Jennifer Lopez.
Fresh Daily To Headline Inaugural Blueprint Showcase
Update: The Blueprint showcase has been rescheduled for May 8, 2014.
AZ Recalls Nearly Signing To Dipset, Details "Doe Or Die II"
Exclusive: AZ details nearly signing to The Diplomats. He also says he is halfway finished with "Doe Or Die II."
Dizaster Says Math Hoffa Scared To Battle In Los Angeles
Exclusive: Dizaster also questions Math Hoffa's reasons for sucker punching Serius Jones but not Daylyt.
AZ On "Illmatic": "I Helped Build That House"
AZ reflects on his 20-year career following his guest appearance on Nas' "Illmatic." He also explains why The Firm failed, and chooses between "Takeover" & "Ether."
DJ Mustard: "I Need Producer Of The Year For Every Award Show"
DJ Mustard also discusses his work on Kendrick Lamar's next album and questions why Hip Hop deejays switch to EDM.
Update: A video clip of Nas discussing his role in leaking "Illmatic" surfaced.
RZA Defends Multimillion-Dollar Wu-Tang Clan Album
Exclusive: The "Brick Mansions" star also details the direction of the Wu-Tang Clan's controversial sixth studio album, "A Better Tomorrow."
Ebro Darden & Peter Rosenberg Say HOT 97 Is Only Station That Matters
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Exclusive: Nick Cannon says he was "rushing" into reviving the classic franchise. He also explains why "White People Party Music" isn't risky.
Tech N9ne Provides Advice To Independent Artists
During an appearance on Revolt TV's "Revolt Live," Tech N9ne reflected on his early years working with Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Quincy Jones.
Lil Debbie Recalls Being Shunned By Iggy Azalea, Embraces Ghostwriting
Exclusive: The Bay Area rapper says she's been "ignored" by White female rappers and details feeling blacklisted within the music industry.
