HipHopDx Interviews
Anthony Grant Speaks On Playing Dame Dash In Lifetime's "Aaliyah: The Princess Of R&B"
The man who brought Roc-A-Fella CEO Dame Dash to the small screen talks showing the softer side of the brash Harlem music mogul.
Brother Ali Talks Teaching Rap's Business Side, New Music & What Hip Hop Means
Exclusive: Speaking about his ambitions to record another album with Ant, the Rhymesayers emcee discusses his faith, family, and gratitude for life.
Cozz Considers J. Cole A Mentor & Competition; Says He Began Rapping Seriously Last Year
Exclusive: Cozz has skyrocketed from relative unknown to Dreamville signee in only a year, but with increased exposure come increased expectations. Can he deliver?
Machine Gun Kelly Co-Stars In "Beyond The Lights;" Says Albums Would Sell If Artists Made Better Music
Exclusive: MGK has been busy kissing beauties, and making films like "Beyond The Lights." Here, we talk Hollywood, fans' expectations, Lebron James, and declining music sales.
Yo Gotti Compares "The Art Of The Hustle" To "The 48 Laws Of Power;" Says Ferguson Could Happen Anywhere
Yo Gotti Previews Tracks From "The Art Of The Hustle," Talks Recording Errybody Remix With Lil Wayne And Ludacris, And Whether Hed Ever Do Reality TV.
Troy Ave Addresses iPhone Freestyle On Sway & Says He's The Most Lyrical New Rapper
We caught up with Troy Ave to clear the air about his Sway freestyle and stayed to talk about, branding, BSB, independence and New York City.
Logic Tells The Stories Behind "Under Pressure" & Explains Finding His Sound
Exclusive: Logic's debut album "Under Pressure" has been flying off the shelves, but he stopped by DXHQ to talk the stories behind the records, No I.D., getting better and making a classic.
Stalley Says "Ohio" Is For The Everyday Man & Explains Why Music Will Soon Be Like Netflix
Exclusive: Stalley's "Ohio" officially drops today and we caught up with BCG leader to talk being himself, the midwest, and the future of music.
MC Jin Reveals Transformations, Tribulations And Triumphs Through Faith & Hip Hop
After triumphs and failures in equal number, Jin got back to his faith and his music, and is ready for another round with "XIV:LIX"
Trip Lee Discusses "Rise", His Faith & T.I.'s Role In Promoting Fatherhood in Hip Hop
Exclusive: The Dallas rapper talks his Texan roots, an admiration for Kanye West's artistry and the need for family imagery like T.I.s in Hip Hop.
Young Jeezy Says Jay Z Wanted "Seen It All" For MCHG & Explains Atlanta's Dominance
With Young Jeezy Now On His "Seen It All" Tour, the snowman breaks down Atlanta's influence, revering OutKast, and why his brand is one of the best.
G-Unit Reflects On Being "The Rap Bad Guys" & Credits Fans With Their Longevity
G-Unit Speaks With HipHopDX About Their Storied Past, Promising Future And Who They Are Currently Listening To.
Dessa Explains Finding Joy Despite Sadness Through Music & Communion
Doomtree's Dessa talks about her growth as an artist and how she's striving to be better with each project.
LL Cool J Reveals He Reads Internet Comments & His Secret To Longevity
Exclusive: LL Cool J says, "There isn't one style that people cant say that I haven't succeeded at."
8Ball & MJG Describe A Friendly Competition With Dr. Dre & Raising The South
The legendary Memphis duo are working on a new project while having an eye on the past as we discuss the 20th anniversary of "Outside Looking In" and their friendly rivalry with Dr. Dre.
Vince Staples Thinks You Should Go To College & Why You Can't Trust Barack Obama
Exclusive: We caught Vince Staples in the studio just before "Hell Can Wait" where he reflects on inauthentic emcees, Childish Gambino, Long Beach, and Rap's reality.
Migos Says No One Will Be Able to Copy New Flow; Likens "Bando" To "Krush Groove"
Exclusive: Migos describes the creation of a brand new flow they say emcees won't be able to copy, working with Jermaine Dupri, and "New Atlanta".
Madchild Says Signed Artists Underestimating Battle Rappers Are Risking Their Careers
Exclusive: Madchild details balancing his desire to grow with fan demands on his "Switched On" EP and revisits his 2011 King Of The Dot battle with Dirtbag Dan.
King Mez Recalls Meeting J. Cole On Myspace At 17; Shuns Conscious Rap Label
Exclusive: King Mez explains how his faith impacts his music, and he also breaks down why he thinks North Carolina brings something special to the Hip Hop scene.
Crooked I Revisits Eminem's "Encore" Album & Doing Business With Suge Knight
Exclusive: Crooked I provides an update on Slaugherhouse's "Glass House" album, his C.O.B. Radio show and the lasting impact of his "Hip Hop Weekly" series.
