melaniec
108 items
Mr. Porter Comments On D12 Manager Allegations
The platinum rapper/producer distances D12 from sexual misconduct of former manager, says new album in works.
Multi-talented producers for Mary and Missy break down the hit-making sound, and why a songwriter is essential to the team.
This DX Audio section familiar voice puts the "brotherly love" back in Philadelphia, with business to boot.
Producer's Corner: Puffy's Hitmen
The men behind "Roc Boys," "Can't Knock The Hustle" and Ghost's new album keep it funky and funny on how to survive.
After help giving T.I. a sound, Jeezy a helping hand and Kanye West at least three hits, DJ Toomp has 25 years of open-book wisdom.
An emcee from the Steel City who's passed mics to Black Rob and Sean Price alike, says he's out to broaden horizons.
Producer's Corner: Tha Bizness
DJ Toomp proteges from Seattle talk about moving to L.A. to break in, working with 50 Cent, and the new 'bizness' model.
Jazze talks about Ciara being his "baby", Cash Money and how artists don't want Jazze Pha to be part of a Jazze Pha beat.
The director of ATL looks back at his music video accolades from The Beatnuts to Nas, and speaks about shrinking budgets, new technology ventures, and the value of persistence.
You don't have to rap to be Next, Geavonnie Frazier is an author who lets you choose the ending of his books. Definitely next level.
9th Wonder: What A Wonderful World
9th Wonder talks working with Jay-Z, Mary J and others while giving you a glimpse into his life and calling it quits.
Nice guys finish last eh? Choir Boy chose not to curse in his raps way before Don Imus and people are paying attention.
Just when you thought N.O.R.E. was done, he's back with a new album, views on the South and a CNN reunion album(?)
Twista talks about his new album, why Styles P ain't good for the ladies & knows why Lupe Fiasco's album didn't sell.
Producer's Corner: Sha Money XL
From being instrumental to G-Unit's success to walking away from it all in favor of managing the likes of Hi-Tek, Sha Money knows beats.
The most anticipated west coast group since Westside Connection? With a co-sign by Snoop we wouldn't doubt it.
Cool & Dre discuss being caught up in the Ja Rule/Fat Joe/50 Cent beefs, their favorite beats and stress in the studio.
Repping Chicago means there's lots of competition but for Add 2, competition (and a co-sign) drives him to the next level.
Yung Joc's old producer talks about who is a threat and smashes on "sampling producers" even saying that it should be banned!
There are rappers and then there are artists we at HipHopDX consider "next level", Torae is everything the industry doesn't want you to hear.
DJ Khaled: Are you Listennning?
While DJ Khaled takes the time to look for the next best MC, he speaks about his upcoming album and why unity is important.
