HipHopDx Interviews
Shawn Pen Speaks About The Quad Studios Attack On Tupac, His History With Bad Boy And Roc-A-Fella Records
Exclusive: The artist formerly known as Little Shawn shares for the first time his knowledge of the '94 attack on Tupac, and explains his ties to Jimmy Henchman and Haitian Jack.
Common Explores Collaboration Chemistry With Nas And No I.D., Breaks Down Lines From Classic Songs
Comm explains how potential collaborative albums with Nas and Q-Tip are inspired by Jazz music, and elaborates on bold bars from "Resurrection," "Sweet," "The 6th Sense" and Black Star's "Respiration."
ASAP Rocky Says Deluxe Version Of "LiveLoveA$AP" Is Coming, Reveals Identity Of "Purple Swag" Video Girl
Polo Grounds/RCA's newly signed talented says that Hip Hop should not discriminate against homosexuals, and that "Deep Purple" is not an authorized mixtape in his catalog.
Producer's Corner: T-Minus Explains Working With Drake From "Comeback Season" To "Take Care"
The Toronto producer who made Ludacris' "How Low," explains how he landed six songs on Drake's "Take Care" after reconnecting last year, as well as hits like Barb's "Moment 4 Life" and Wale's "Ambition."
Yelawolf Discusses Working With Kid Rock And Kool Herc, Songwriting, And Defends Group Home And Shawty Lo's Simplicity
HipHopDX chilled with Yela in Manhattan last week. The emcee explains the importance of sharing a day with Kid Rock and Kool Herc, Eminem's support, and why he loves Melachi the Nutcracker's verses.
Producer's Corner: E. Dan & Big Jerm (I.D. Labs)
The longtime production team for Wiz Khalifa and now Mac Miller speak about having a studio in the right place at the right time, and how hardworking artists who connect with fans make the difference.
Naughty By Nature Reveals New Group Garden State Greats, Recalls Making Heartfelt Tributes After 2Pac's Death
Vin Rock, Kay Gee and the iconic Treach explain to DX how they've formed a new group. The trio explains their 20th anniversary album, and recalls musically reacting to affiliate 2Pac's murder.
Mac Miller Declares That His Fans Will Decide If He Ever Goes To A Major Label, Confirms Work With Q-Tip
In giving HipHopDX his current five favorite all-time Hip Hop albums, Mac Miller gets into a discussion on how Big L is "most dope" and how A Tribe Called Quest's "Midnight Marauders" shaped him.
Affion Crockett Talks Life After Fox Show, What Drake Thinks Of His Impersonation, And Being Fan Of Little Brother, J Dilla
The self-proclaimed "Hip Hop comedian" talks receiving the Wayans family blessing, and how Drake and Lil Wayne likely differ on their opinion of his impersonations. He also bigs up Diamond D and Common.
Uncle Louie Explains How He's Brought Old School Hip Hop Greats Into The Twitter Era
Exclusive: The man calling himself "the CEO of the old school" explains how in resurrecting The Fat Boys' career, he created new opportunities for the likes of Special Ed, Kurtis Blow and Das EFX.
Meet The Manager Who's Proved Significant To The Careers Of Snoop Dogg, Murs, Far East Movement & DJ Quik
Stampede Management's Russ Redeaux tells HipHopDX how he went from being a high-schooler when "Doggystyle" dropped to helping Snoop's business management, and why 360 deals have some necessity.
TIMELESS: Dres Revisits Black Sheep's "A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing"
D-R-E-S engages in a historic conversation to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Black Sheep's timeless debut, including mentions of his criminal past, Big Daddy Kane, and the Native Tongues crew.
Torae Breaks Down His Passion For Rapping, Respect Received From DJ Premier And Pete Rock
The "Young Veteran" explains why people are making too big a deal out of Skyzoo's absence on "For The Record," and how he fits his dedication to Hip Hop amidst fatherhood and career.
Everlast Talks New Album, 20-Plus Years Of Evolution, Juggling House Of Pain And La Coka Nostra
He began as a protege of Ice-T. He made an uber-hit with House of Pain and Muggs. He worked with Guru and Pete Rock, and later Ill Bill and Slaine. Everlast talks about his musical and personal journey.
Mannie Fresh Reveals Mystikal Project Has Stalled, He And Lil Wayne Are Talking, And Hot Boys Reunion Was Staged
Exclusive: Cash Money's former sound provider tells all to DX, including on where the rift between Cash Money and No Limit Records started, over an allegedly stolen hit hook.
Murs Reveals Why He Left L.A., BluRoc Family Life, And Explains Kinship To Black Hippy
Murray shared a road trip with HipHopDX where he recounted the years of his life carrying a gun when he walked to the studio, and how that shaped his life and perception of so-called tough rappers.
Homeboy Sandman Looks To "Kool Herc" Album, Talks A3C & Stones Throw And Decries Violent Rap
BoySand looks at the recent Troy Davis execution and Smif-n-Wessun album release party incident as reasons to look closely at what's going on around us, as he gears up for new projects and A3C event.
Freeway Confirms An Upcoming Project With Brother Ali, Talks Young Jeezy Signing Rumors, And Previews A3C
Philly Freezer explains the jewels he learned working with Rhymesayers, and how Islam may view music of all kinds, as he gears up for Thursday night's HipHopDX showcase at Atlanta's Masquerade for A3C.
J-Live Speaks As Emcee, Deejay & Producer, Explains Bridging Gap Between Masta Ace And TiRon
The Brooklyn veteran speaks about his new Triple Threat album "Said Person Of That Ability," as the onetime DJ Premier and Prince Paul collaborator nods to Tanya Morgan, YC The Cynic and Masta Ace.
Meet The A&Rs Behind Projects From Large Professor, Malcolm & Martin, Tragedy Khadafi
Torae speaks from his post at Soulspazm Records, while deejay vet Gustavo Guerra reflects on his work with Queens, New York icons. Read who Tor calls the "most exciting since Jay Electronica."
