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.
Rain On J. Cole's Dreamville: I'm Disappointed Nobody From Fayetteville On Label
Exclusive: The Fayetteville, NC native says artists are supposed to put on people from their hometown. He also announces new album and Live Fast, Die Young Entertainment.
DJ Mustard: "DJ Drama Was Like God"
Exclusive: The Roc Nation producer talks DJ Drama's influence and the end of the Jerk movement.
Tech N9ne Shares Most "Instagramable" Moment
Exclusive: The Strange Music co-founder also details the status of the upcoming "Collabos: Strangeulation" album.
YG Explains Why He Hates "Toot It & Boot It"
Exclusive: The Compton, California native also describes DJ Mustard's production process.
Clyde Carson Discusses Master P's Bay Area Reputation
Exclusive: Clyde Carson also explains that Silkk The Shocker was instrumental in securing "Playboy's" Master P guest appearance.
Rick Ross To Perform On "Revolt Live"
Exclusive: Revolt Live host, DJ Damage discusses Rick Ross' upcoming performance on Revolt TV.
Letter From The Editor: How To Make It In Hip Hop Journalism
In his opening address, HipHopDX's Editor-in-Chief offers perspective on how to be a successful music journalist.
Stat Quo: Jimmy Iovine Named "Detox" Recording Team "Greatest Practice Team Of All Time"
Exclusive: Stat Quo details his experiences working with Dr. Dre on "Detox." He also says that TDE CEO, Top Dawg was instrumental in repairing his relationship with Dr. Dre.
TDE's Punch & Nipsey Hussle Attend Maurice Hennessy Tasting Dinner
Exclusive: Hennessy Global Brand Ambassador, Maurice Hennessy details the company's excitement once Hip Hop embraced the popular cognac.
Rockie Fresh Says Rick Ross Critics Only See Half Of The Story
The Chicago-native describes the mood within Maybach Music Group during 2013. He also shares why he relates to Kanye West.
Stat Quo Details "ATLA: All This Life Allows," Says Hip Hop Is "Pain & Perseverance"
Exclusive: Stat Quo explains the meaning behind the title of his EP, "ATLA: All This Life Allows Vol. 1."
Stat Quo: How Long Was 50 Cent Going To Stay Under Eminem & Dr. Dre?
Exclusive: Stat Quo explains why it was intelligent for 50 Cent to leave Shady/Aftermath/Interscope.
Young Jack Thriller Reacts To 50 Cent's Shady/Aftermath/Interscope Departure
Exclusive: The popular comedian also announces upcoming comedy show and cypher series.
6 Things We Learned From ScHoolboy Q's "Oxymoron" Listening Session
HipHopDX attended the listening session for ScHoolboy Q's "Oxymoron." Here are six things that we learned.
ScHoolboy Q Describes Percocet Addiction & Previews "Oxymoron"
The TDE artist details how his daughter could not wake him from sleep comas caused by prescription pills.
6 Songs We Wish Were On The RoboCop Soundtrack
In celebration of the return of one of the millennials' favorite crime fighters, HipHopDX listed six songs we wish were included in the upcoming "RoboCop."
Macklemore, Kendrick Lamar & Grammy Week In Pictures
Highlights from HipHopDX's 2014 Grammy Week experience.
Ty Dolla $ign - Beach House EP
On "Beach House EP," Ty Dolla $ign triumphantly strikes the same note.
Exclusive: The Brooklyn-born composer says he's "exhausted with the idea that Hip Hop is a death sport."
Mark Batson Details Contributions To "American Hustle"
Exclusive: The Brooklyn-born composer shares his experience working with David O. Russell and Sue Jacobs on the Golden Globe-winning film "American Hustle."
King Los Explains Why Loaded Lux Should Not Battle Hollow Da Don
Exclusive: The Bad Boy artist says a Loaded Lux versus Ayeverb battle would be a "classic beyond classic."
